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Epicurus.com - Sony VAIO VGC-LT29U 22-inch PC/TV All-in-one (2.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 Processor, 4 GB RAM, 1000 GB Hard Drive, Vista Ultimate)
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List Price: $3,299.99
Our Price: $2,779.00
Your Save: $ 520.99 ( 16% )
Availability: N/A
Manufacturer: Sony
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Average Customer Rating:  
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Binding: Personal Computers
Brand: Sony
Color: Silver
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 2.5
CPU Type: Intel Core Duo
Display Size: 22
EAN: 0027242733787
Feature: All-in-one desktop PC with 22-inch LCD and ATI TV Wonder with NTSC/ATSC TV tuners and Cable Card slot; wall-mountable
Hard Disk Size: 1000
Label: Sony
Manufacturer: Sony
Memory Slots Available: 1
Model: VGC-LT29U
Processor Count: 2
Publisher: Sony
Release Date: 2008-02-19
Studio: Sony
System Memory Size: 4000
System Memory Type: DDR2 SDRAM
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Features
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All-in-one desktop PC with 22-inch LCD and ATI TV Wonder with NTSC/ATSC TV tuners and Cable Card slot; wall-mountable
2.50 GHz "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 processor, 1 TB hard drive, 4 GB RAM (max), Blu-ray Disc read/write (as well as DVD and CD burning)
Quad-mode Wi-Fi LAN (802.11a/b/g/n); Gigabit Ethernet; Nvidia GeForce Go 8400 graphics (up to 1535 MB of available memory)
Connectivity: 5 USB, 1 FireWire, optical digital audio output, ExpressCard, PCMCIA
Pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Ultimate (with Premium and Business capabilities); includes remote control and wireless keyboard, mouse
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Editorial Reviews:
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The VAIO(R) LT Premium HD PC/TV is a TV, PC, DVR and Blu-ray Disc player/recorder, All in One. This gorgeous 22" widescreen cable-ready HDTV features a high-performance Blu-ray Disc cleverly tucked behind its slim side panel. Watch Blu-ray Disc movies in stunning HD clarity and record TV, movies and photos to 50GB Blu-ray Disc media (sold separately). A DVR with massive one terabyte hard drive stores up to 100 hours of HDTV while a super-powerful Intel Core 2 Duo T9300 processor combined with an incredible 4GB RAM delivers an astonishing high-definition showpiece for media enthusiasts who appreciate brilliant design, peak performance and cutting-edge technology. Framed with a transparent border that produces a stunning, floating effect on the 22" LCD XBRITE-HiColor display you can mount on your bedroom, kitchen or office wall for a chic, space-saving computing experience. 22 WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050) with XBRITE-HiColor Display Built-in Webcamera and Microphone NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GT with 256MB dedicated Video Memory with up to 1535MB shared ATI TV Wonder Digital Cable Tuner (NTSC,ATSC and CableCARD Support) Blu-Ray Disc Read/Write BD-R/-RE/-ROM/DVD+-R/RW Drive with Double Layer Sony's Sound Reality-Audio Enhancer 2 x 3 Watt Stereo Speakers + 5 Watt Subwoofer Intel PRO/Wireless 4965 802.11A/B/G/N 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet Built-in Memory Stick/Memory Stick Duo with MagicGate(TM) Card Reader Built-in Secure Digital (SD) media slot ExpressCard 34 Slot PCMCIA Slot Back ports - IEEE 1394, 5 USB, Audio In, Headphone, Microphone, Optical Audio Output, S/PDIF Output, RJ-11 (Modem), 1 RJ-45 Approximate Unit Dimensions - 25.3 (W) x 16.5 (H) x 7 (D) Approximate Unit Weight - 21.4lbs
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating: 
Summary: A Glitzy-Looking Bomb
Comment: To put it as simply as I can: I do not like this computer and I regret buying it.
It is a sluggish performer, mostly (I presume) from the bloated Windows Vista OS, which sucks up all the memory. This isn't a review of Vista...but RUN, don't walk, from it. It's as irritating as Windows ME. Got XP software and expect it to run with Vista? Last laugh is on you.
The audio system is terrible. Somebody here commented on how great it is...that's just not true. Think back to the mid 1960s and transitor radios. No bass, no audio controls, no nothing except tinny, weak sounds. It's the worst audio system on a computer that costs as much as this one costs. And you have to buy over-priced proprietary external speakers if you want to slightly upgrade the audio.
The wireless mouse: Turn it off when not in use, because it stays on all the time, sucking battery power 24/7. Stock up on AA batteries: you'll need them.
All controls and connections are inconveniently located in the back of the PC. Learn to get up and look behind the computer each time you make a headset connection, insert a disc, eject a disc...everything. You imagine this is a minor inconvenience? Just wait until you have to do it.
The monitor is so bright, so irritating, I had to put a tinted screen in front of it to tone it down. Human eyes were not meant to be subjected to such dazzling brightness.
And forget the insinuations that you can watch HDTV on this computer. It's not HDTV, does not receive over-the-air HD signals, yet Sony insists on giving the impression that you'll be watching HDTV once you connect your cable-TV cord. It's a lie, and I suspect Sony's fuzzy claims about HDTV and this computer were entirely intentional.
I am back to using my old computer, which this all-in-one was supposed to replace.
Two thumbs down for this computer.
ADDENDUM: If you've going to vote "not helpful" on this review, then have the brass to explain why in the comments section...and DO tell us if you work for Sony or Microsoft. This computer is a major rip-off to anyone who wants to use it for purposes other than surfing the web.
Customer Rating:
Summary: I can't ask for anything more!
Comment: I's compact, but it has lots of storage and memory. It hangs on the wall behind my desk with almost no cables. The screen is so big, I can see it even with my bad eyes. I have had a few small issues with Windows Vista, but otherwise it has worked so much better than the Dell I previously had.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Masters of Crapware
Comment: This is a decent PC as far as eliminating some cables but comes with no backup software, not even the operating system software. There is a record-breaking amount of crapware preloaded on the PC. Takes a long time to remove it. If I had it to do over again I would choose a PC that provides at least a copy of the operating system and minimal crapware.
Customer Rating:
Summary: It's Bringing Sexy Back...
Comment: I bought this computer to replace an old refurbished Dell that I purchased five years ago. This thing is freaking awesome. For starters, it just looks cool. It looks like it's floating on my desk. Its case is slim, and the 22 inch Bravia screen is brilliant, AND it comes with a Blu-ray Disc player. Set up was a breeze and took all of 20 mins.
I only have two minor gripes: I think someone mentioned it before, but the keypad does not have a numlock light. Small annoyance, but it's difficult to see whether the lock is on or not when I'm using the computer in the dark. Also, I've only had the computer running for about a month and I've had to replace the mouse's batteries for the first time the other day. Make sure to turn the mouse and keyboard off when not in use to cut down on the cost of batteries.
The computer came with Vista Premium pre-loaded, and I have not had any problems with the software. I actually really like the new Microsoft Office Window's Media Center.
Overall, this is a great (if not expensive) home computer.
Customer Rating:
Summary: VAOI tv/computer
Comment: This is a great product where you can watch TV, surf the web and read and answer Email all at the same time. Only drawback is trying to net the printer as VAOI has Vista and my desk top has XP. It is attractive and super easy to set up.
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