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    Vaio Z model with LTE/4G modem coming?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by TechViking, Aug 23, 2010.

  1. TechViking

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    Hi all

    My C2D Vaio Z is soon turning 2 years old and I am starting to look at upgrading to a newer Z model.

    Ultimatelly I would want the Z to have a LTE/4G modem builtin. To use with the Telia LTE network here in Stockholm.

    Has anyone heard anything about Sony adding LTE/4G modem to the Z in the (near) future?

    A good guesstimation as to when this would be included would work too. Do they have LTE networks in Japan yet?

    Thanks.
     
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    I won't be surprised when Verizon gets it's LTE network at least "semi-rolled out" that Sony will release a new SKU of the current models with an LTE option. WiMax from an OEM won't happen anytime soon though.
     
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    Any idea when Verizon might do that? :)
     
    TechViking, Sep 2, 2010
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    I think they already have test markets lit, though they begin rollout of consumer devices late Q2/Q3 '11. They plan to have their entire 3G footprint covered in LTE by 2013.
     
    H.A.L. 9000, Sep 2, 2010
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