JEDDAH, 24 June — Modern Electronics has introduced Sony’s advanced laptop models, which are claimed to be a revolution in AV/IT integration. The VAIO — video audio integrated operation — notebook computer models PCG R505CT and PCGR505DT have some exciting features.

Marketing Manager Ken Hirabayashi explained: “Models in the VAIO R505 series embody Sony’s strategy for the future by pioneering the integration of audio, visual and information technology with a range of digital products that easily link with each other to create new ways to use and enjoy PCs.”

The docking station eliminates bulky cables and external drives. With the docking station, the VAIO R505 caters for every possible connectivity at home or office, including CD-RW, DVD, FD, i.Link and parallel serial ports. While the docking station and notebook are designed to be portable when docked together, the docking station can be taken off and the slick notebook is ready for mobile use. The small-sized VAIO R505 is light in weight (1.7 kg) and its exceptionally powerful features make it the ideal notebook in today’s mobile and demanding society.

The concept of VAIO is the integration of AV entertainment with IT. “This marriage opens a whole new world of entertainment possibilities no matter where you are. Sony’s revolutionary connectivity features and software transform the VAIO R505 into something more than just a notebook. You can check out the features at www.mee.com.sa/sony-vaio,” he added

One of VAIO’s main features is the incorporation of the digital interface, also known as i.Link, which can directly facilitate downloading digital video clips from digital video cameras. The Memory Stick slot on the VAIO R505 facilitates the transfer quickly and easily of digital data, text, music, graphics and images from other AV products. Further, VAIO’s original software lets you edit and organize the video, picture and music data.

With this advanced laptop — VAIO R505 has hit No. 1 sales when launched in Japan. Thus Sony again establishes itself as the leader in the digital and networked era, offering audiovisual and IT integrated solutions that easily connect audio and video features with computing and communication functions.