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    Is There A New Sony Vaio F Series On The Way?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by smcgil9899, Jun 21, 2012.

  1. smcgil9899

    smcgil9899 Notebook Evangelist

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    With all the Ivy Bridge refreshes, is Sony planning on releasing a new Vaio F series?
     
    smcgil9899, Jun 21, 2012
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  2. rob650

    rob650 Notebook Guru

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    currently there is NO F series on sony style, I just checked.
     
    rob650, Jun 22, 2012
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    ascariss Notebook Deity

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    The S15 is supposed to take the place of the old F
     
    ascariss, Jun 22, 2012
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    xxGenericSNxx Z1 Fanboy

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    So no more 3D lappie from Sony eh?
     
    xxGenericSNxx, Jun 22, 2012
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    dev_dev Notebook Enthusiast

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    Apparently not. Sony does not like selling hardware at common prices. VPC-F 3D series lost half in price over a year as people weren't keen on paying 2000 Euros. Sony obviously decided to pull the plug.

    About 3-4 years ago there was an AW-Series with exceptional qualities and sadly premium price of 3000 Euros. Many wanted it few actually bought it.

    Quite possible Sony will introduce more expensive hardware in the future and they will all undoubtedly suffer the same short life. Apparently there is no more space for premium price tickers on the mainstream market. You have to show something premium just to distinguish yourself from the competitors, and don't expect to be paid extra bucks.
     
    dev_dev, Jul 3, 2012
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