Sony VAIO UX490N/C Micro PC

Sony VAIO UX490N/C Micro PC
alaAverage 3.2

9 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 9 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the design. The build quality is also appreciated, whereas many are negative about the performance and keyboard. There are mixed comments on the portability and value for money.

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keyboard, performance

On average, users rate this product 64/100.

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Amazon review summary for the Sony VAIO UX490N/C Micro PC

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 user reviews of the Sony VAIO UX490N/C Micro PC from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

38% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Coolest computer ever

 

Coolest computer ever

I have this computer with all sorts of MODs, Core2Duo U7600, Apple Airport WiFi Card, unlocked EDGE modem etc. This computer will run Windows 7 or XP. The UX is very much alive today. Visit micropctalk.com for more info

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Sony VAIO VGN-UX490N

 

In my daily activities, sometimes i need to use a desktop PC anytime. But while on the go, of course it's impossible. For some purpose i can bring my laptop with me, but sometimes i can't bring my laptop with me because of limited space for gadget. Until

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Fun Gadget, Yes; Computer, No

 

Fun Gadget, Yes; Computer, No

I have one of these Sony UX UMPCs, an HP TX1000 and a Asus eee 701 with a 901 on order from Amazon. I love the UX as an incredibly clever, compact gadget. It gets oohs and aahs wherever I go and I think it can do just about anything my Win or Linux...

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Fun Gadget, Yes; Computer, No

 

Fun Gadget, Yes; Computer, No

I have one of these Sony UX UMPCs, an HP TX1000 and a Asus eee 701 with a 901 on order from Amazon. I love the UX as an incredibly clever, compact gadget. It gets oohs and aahs wherever I go and I think it can do just about anything my Win or Linux...

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Amazing

 

Amazing

This is one of the most satisfying and exciting piece of electronics I have bought for a long time. I was highly skeptical of the UX when I was planning to buy an ultra portable laptop; I had narrowed it down to either this or the TZ series. I went for...

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Amazing

 

Amazing

This is one of the most satisfying and exciting piece of electronics I have bought for a long time. I was highly skeptical of the UX when I was planning to buy an ultra portable laptop; I had narrowed it down to either this or the TZ series. I went...

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I OWN ONE

 

I OWN ONE

I bought this computer in a vaio store. This is a very impressive electronic device. A full functioning computer. The only thing I don't like is the keyboard. If you plan to type documents this would be a problem. The keys are too hard, really it is...

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I OWN ONE

 

I OWN ONE

I bought this computer in a vaio store. This is a very impressive electronic device. A full functioning computer. The only thing I don't like is the keyboard. If you plan to type documents this would be a problem. The keys are too hard, really it is...

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Get the UX390N and Save Your Money

 

Get the UX390N and Save Your Money

I have researched this Sony VAIO VGN-UX490N to see what improvements it has over the VGN-UX390N (which I own). For roughly $900 more, you don't get a lot. The new Intel U2200 processor has a slower clock speed and only half the cache of the U1500(in...

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Product Specifications

The VAIO UX490 takes PC modernization to a new level by utilizing a Solid State Drive (SSD). Faster and more durable, the SSD provides quicker access to select applications and enhanced durability while conserving power. About the width and height of a postcard, this remarkably compact hand-held computer is designed for true PC performance on-the-go. A 4.5" widescreen display with XBRITE LCD technology delivers clean, crisp picture quality while an Intel Core 2 Solo Ultra Low Voltage processor and Microsoft Vista Business operating system provide full-sized PC performance.

Audio Input

Type:Microphone

Audio Output

Type:Sound card

Battery

Run Time (Up To):3.5hour(s)
Technology:Lithium ion

Cache Memory

Installed Size:2MB

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:3.7in
Height:1.5in
Weight:1.2lbs
Width:5.9in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:4.5in
Diagonal Size (metric):11.4cm
Max Resolution:1024 x 600
Technology:TFT active matrix
Widescreen Display: Yes

Header

Compatibility:PC
Manufacturer:Sony
Model:VGN-UX490N/C Micro PC
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony VAIO

Input Device

Type:Keyboard / Touch-screen

Mainboard

Data Bus Speed:533MHz

Miscellaneous

Color:Black

Modem

Cellular Enhancement Protocol:EDGE
Cellular Network Supported: Yes
Type:Wireless cellular modem

Networking

Data Link Protocol:Bluetooth / Ethernet / Fast Ethernet / IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g
Type:Network adapter
Wireless LAN Supported: Yes
Wireless Protocol:802.11a/b/g / Bluetooth

Notebook Camera

Camera Type:Integrated

Notebook Camera

Camera Type:Integrated

Optical Storage

Type: None

OS Provided

Edition:Windows Vista Business
Type:Microsoft Windows Vista Business

Processor

Clock Speed:1.2GHz
Manufacturer:Intel
Processor Number:U2200
Type:Core 2 Solo

RAM

Installed Size:1GB
Max Supported Size:1GB
Technology:DDR2 SDRAM

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Storage Controller

Type:IDE

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Storage Hard Drive

Hard Drive Features:Solid State Drive
Type:Portable

System

Hard Drive(-s) Total Capacity:48GB
Notebook Type:Ultra portable PC
Platform Technology:Intel Centrino
Security Devices:Fingerprint reader

Video Output

Graphics Processor / Vendor:Intel GMA 950
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