Sony VAIO VGN-CR190 (Indigo)

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Excellent laptop...
Overall, an excellent computer with a few minor negatives. The screen is as good as any laptop in this range, ...
Overall, an excellent computer with a few minor negatives. The screen is as good as any laptop in this range, with beautiful contrast and colors, which is expected from Sony. All the features are top notch, and it performs very well.(Make sure you get at least 2 GB RAM if running Vista.) It is also one of the most stylish laptops around.(I wanted the red, but had to settle for the blue as it was out of stock.) I would recommend getting a matching sony carrying case. The few cons are the hard drive seemed a bit noisy, which may irritate some users.(not a big issue for me). Also, even though the volume is adequate and sound quality is great, if you want to play music loud, you might find that even the highest volume setting won't be high enough. Overall, an excellent and stylish laptop I would recommend. Read more
by dockattar1 (see profile) - August 13, 2007

4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.

1 out of 10 - Abysmal
Power Issue and Runs SOOO Hot it ruins beautiful laptop, Service NOT as advertise either!
This is a beautiful laptop (I upgraded to the hilt on all options), they keyboard is amazing! However, there is ...
This is a beautiful laptop (I upgraded to the hilt on all options), they keyboard is amazing! However, there is a major issue with battery connectivity. It's so bad that the computer shuts down/turns due to losing battery connection when just slightly moved (literally has done it multiple times when just opening the screen 1 inch). Also, the laptop runs so hot that it will burn your legs and you can't keep your left hand on the keyboard area due to how hot it gets.
Lastly the service is terrible - I even purchased the 3 year ON-SITE repair: which means you wait on hold for 30 minutes, trouble shoot yourself over the phone, they diagnose the issue (OVER THE PHONE), then have to order the parts to fix it (takes 1-3 weeks depending on parts availability!), and then set an appointment for someone to come out and fix it. With IBM - I had them ONSITE themselves doing the trouble shooting and fixing it on the spot with in 4 hours! Read more
by bbiegert (see profile) - August 11, 2007

4 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.

9 out of 10 - Spectacular
Is this the same computer?
First of all let me say that officially the computer I have states that it is a VGN-CR120(Indigo). It ...
First of all let me say that officially the computer I have states that it is a VGN-CR120(Indigo). It has the exact same specs as the CR190(Indigo) but Cnet doesnt list the CR120, so Im assuming its the same one with a possible few minor tweaks (purchased at Circuit City for the price Cnet has listed). I really dont have any complaints except the much needed and absent bluetooth as well as the short battery life. I cant even find an extra or extended battery for sale anywhere. Sonys website does list a VGN-CR190, so maybe an extra bttery is available. If anyone has any info on the model numbers drop me a line. Read more
by snowenloe (see profile) - September 3, 2007

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

8 out of 10 - Excellent
Looks good , performs decent, lite and compact
I bought this about a month ago, the features of the Sony are top notch. Windows Vista (Home Premium) is ...
I bought this about a month ago, the features of the Sony are top notch. Windows Vista (Home Premium) is pretty buggy as it's slow and shuts down for no reason. The Sony build quality is there and is easy to use and transport. The keyboard is easy to see as the keys are well defined. Sony had some good bundles when I bought it so, I believe the value for the dollar was decent. Wish I had a copy of XP though! Read more
by MtnBat (see profile) - August 4, 2007

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

2 out of 10 - Terrible
Cute till the moment you have to fight with service
Hi,

I bought this nice looking laptop despite of the advice of my IT colleague (he said they have serious

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Hi,

I bought this nice looking laptop despite of the advice of my IT colleague (he said they have serious problem with display matrix quality) and it happened to me ?¼ The display had a hedge crack during the night when my laptop was laying on the desk. What a surprised in the morning ¡V laptop used less than 2 months ¡V out of order. I called the service and they picked my laptop and they offer me to pay over 700$ for repair!!!! How nice almost new piece ?º They said it¡¦s my fault even if there is no single mark of the scratch on the cover or screen¡K
I highly recommend you DELL ¡V I will definitely come back to this brand¡K Read more
by dudzik1 (see profile) - June 11, 2008

4 out of 10 - Mediocre
DO NOT use Sony's Trade-In Program
First, Don't use their trade in program - I traded in a 1 year old tablet PC and wound ...
First, Don't use their trade in program - I traded in a 1 year old tablet PC and wound up with an offer of $83 for it. (fully functional Toshiba which I used every day prior to this).

If that isn't enough reason not to buy - the camera integrated in the screen doesn't work well. The driver is only supported by Windows Vista as a "Non supported driver" and when you try to make a recording the video and voice are not synced ever. Doesn't matter what application you try to use.

My Recommendation is to find a better manufacturer.

Cheers,
Tom Read more
by tommy1974 (see profile) - October 26, 2007

0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.