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Manufacturer: Sony Part number: CNET-Sony-S1
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- Bottom Line:
- Sony took its time with the Tablet S, and it shows. The industrial design is smart, and the software refinements are both practical and restrained.
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CNET editors' review
Sony Tablet S (16GB) price range: $250.00
- Reviewed by: Donald Bell
- Reviewed on: 09/15/2011
- Released on: 09/16/2011
The good: The Sony Tablet S goes above and beyond the typical Android tablet experience by offering exclusive apps, ergonomic design, PlayStation certification for mobile gaming, DLNA video and music streaming, and an integrated IR universal remote control.
The bad: It's on the pricey side, the charging adapter is proprietary, and screen brightness isn't what it could be.
The bottom line: Sony took its time with the Tablet S, and it shows. The industrial design is smart, and the software refinements are both practical and restrained.
User reviews
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Potentially great tablet, but not yet
by johntlofty on September 19, 2011
Pros: The hardware design is wonderful. The wedge shape is easier to hold, the screen is everything you'd expect from a top flight tablet. Sony's teaks to the Android UI seem useful & don't bog down the system. The TV remote app is nice, DLNA support is nic
Cons: Several app crashes in only one day of use. Obviously Sony released this with some software glitches. Sadly, that seems standard for any new system. The Music & Video Unlimited services are not actually up and running for the Tablet. I'll probably be
Summary: This may be the top Android tablet when Sony gets a software fix out & rounds out the app support, but it seems like they fumbled a bit trying to ...
Summary: This may be the top Android tablet when Sony gets a software fix out & rounds out the app support, but it seems like they fumbled a bit trying to get the Tablet S to market before it was too late.
Also, the remote does NOT work with the PS3, which is a pretty big oversight. The Tablet has Bluetooth, so it should be possible. Another thing for Sony to fix...
Updated on Sep 19, 20115 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome and Amazing!
by cornbro on September 18, 2011
Pros: I love how light it is, how easy it is to hold, the extra docking station for it ($30), the screen, exclusive apps, and on and on. I already have the Xoom and feel this was a good upgrade. It also looks nice!
Cons: I don't think there is an HDMI port!
Summary: Besides the HDMI port, I hope to learn more about this. I hope the PS3 controllers will be compatible in the future, if not already
Summary: Besides the HDMI port, I hope to learn more about this. I hope the PS3 controllers will be compatible in the future, if not already
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Product, but wish it had Gorilla Glass
by Nitefreak on September 16, 2011
Pros: Beautiful design and quick & responsive screen. The Playstation compatability is also an excellent perk.
Cons: The proprietary cable should be done without and hopefully they'll put in plug n play for SD cards.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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A very pleasant surprise
by cornerofthem on September 16, 2011
Pros: Beautiful and responsive screen. Nice size, Excellent sound quality, Love the wedge shape.
Cons: Proprietary cable
Summary: The Sony S tablet is fast and responsive. I love the original design and Sony's tweaks to the Honeycomb OS. Who knows, if HP designed the Touchpad with this ...
Summary: The Sony S tablet is fast and responsive. I love the original design and Sony's tweaks to the Honeycomb OS. Who knows, if HP designed the Touchpad with this form factor and specs, it could have been a contender.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Gorgeous, ergnomic, functional enjoy sony's apps.
by drjlk9200 on January 6, 2012
Pros: Screen quality, processor speed, video playback, expandable sd card slot, shape, universal remote capabilities (works extremely well). Shape provides great balance when holding with one hand. Price drop makes it frontrunner tab Imo.
Cons: Proprietary charging cord, mini usb with no cable in box, no hdmi (not that essential, simply available on other tablets).
Summary: Love the tablet, losing sleep staying up perusing android market, watching videos, and shopping online. Haven't picked up laptop in a week.
Summary: Love the tablet, losing sleep staying up perusing android market, watching videos, and shopping online. Haven't picked up laptop in a week.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Blows other tablets out of the water!
by unclespoon on October 18, 2011
Pros: Built in IR universal remote
Sony Playstation Certified device can play PS titles
Beautiful screen resolution
Fast browsing
Wonderful gaming experienceCons: Folded-magazing shape takes some getting used to while holding
$499 for 16GB model is pricey
Apps force close and seem to have a mind of their own sometimesSummary: With all the built-in features and software to complement the wonderful hardware (tegra 2 is great!) this tablet offers so much on top of the basics of honeycomb that really ...
Summary: With all the built-in features and software to complement the wonderful hardware (tegra 2 is great!) this tablet offers so much on top of the basics of honeycomb that really make it stand out. The Playstation compatibility is perfect for people like myself who own PS3s and do a lot of streaming. The IR universal remote is great for changing channels on the fly while using your tablet. The price point is a little high but you'll be able to find discounts. This is really the end all to tablet shopping, and like myself, purchase one and I promise you won't be disappointed. I can't offer a money back guarantee, but the more of us who buy this, the more Sony will invest into enhancing the user experience and compatibility for all Tablet S users!
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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excellent device that really challenges the ipad.
by adid727 on September 17, 2011
Pros: I like this device, very smooth and the web browser is really fast. Plays flash and i don't regret choosing this over ipad.
Cons: No apple app store :(
4 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Love the design and sw, hardware improvements needed
by xshingox on September 19, 2011
Pros: Unique design, not your cookie-cutter Android tablet. Once you see it, you know it's a Sony.
Light to carry around.
Nice tablet body to hold in hand.
Optimized Honeycomb 3.2 with Sony apps.
PlayStation certified, you can play PS games (although PS store iCons: USB port does not charge the tablet?
SD card support when others are moving to micro or mini SD.
No HDMI.
Battery is slightly on the short-side but I guess it's a trade-off for weight.
Buttons are a bit hard to press/use and it's easy to press the wrong b2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Better design, higher performance and multi-task tablet
by jockey213 on September 16, 2011
Pros: Creative design like folded magazine, PC web browser, Tru Black LED screen, Play Station Certified Tablet, browse and throw function to share the media contents to the TV.
Cons: Plastic Body.
Summary: Overall, I find out that the SONY tablet is a really useful gadget for everyone. It includes a lot of built-in software such as remote control function that can control ...
Summary: Overall, I find out that the SONY tablet is a really useful gadget for everyone. It includes a lot of built-in software such as remote control function that can control all the devices such as TV, home theatre system, blu ray player and so on. With browse and throw function, you can share your media contents to your TV using wireless technology. Sony tablet is using the PC web browser. Unlike mobile web browser, you can open a lot of new tabs just only on the one web page. And finally, that's the only tablet that is play station certified so can enjoy the play station games. Overall, it will be a really useful tablet for me.
Of coz it's Android OS. So, no worries that they are using Apps Store
Updated on Sep 18, 20112 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Traded in after tablet S had auto rotate issues....
by SkylineX73 on February 18, 2012
Pros: Design, remote control functions, decent battery life...
Cons: touchscreen WAY too sensitive, opening apps even when trying to scroll. Sony does not offer 1yr manufacturer warranty on the tablet, tablet had the "auto rotate" issues that I had to reset several times.
Summary: Bought the tablet S for my wife this past Xmas and only 2 months later, it started having auto-rotate issues. After playing for several minutes the screen would auto rotate ...
Summary: Bought the tablet S for my wife this past Xmas and only 2 months later, it started having auto-rotate issues. After playing for several minutes the screen would auto rotate over and over and there was no way to stop unless by pressing the "reset". Took this in to BestBuy and it appears Sony doesn't offer a 1yr manufacturer warranty. I wasn't aware of this, but luckily got Bestbuy's 1yr cover warranty. This helped greatly as I would've otherwise had the tablet shipped in for repairs or exchange. So in the end I ended up with store credit because it was pass their 14 day return/exchange policy. I now have the Samsung Galaxy Tab and hope this is a much better tablet.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: CNET-Sony-S1
- Description: All the great things you know from Sony, now in a tablet. With a comfortable design that fits easily in your hand and a vibrant TruBlack display, enjoy a truly optimized tablet that's responsive and intuitive. Access PlayStation games, Reader eBooks, music and new movies from Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited.
Display
- Type 9.4 in,
TFT active matrix - Display Resolution 1280 x 800
- Touchscreen Yes
- Features TruBlack
General
- Operating System Android 3.0 Honeycomb
Processor
- Processor NVIDIA Tegra 2
- Processor Clock Speed 1 GHz
- Number of Cores Dual-Core
Memory
- Flash Memory 16 GB
- RAM 1 GB
- Supported Flash Memory Cards SD Memory Card,
SDHC Memory Card Communications
- Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth 2.1 EDR,
802.11b/g/n Camera
- Rear-facing Camera 5 megapixels
- Still Image Resolutions 2000 x 2000,
6048 x 4032 - Capture Formats H.263,
WMV,
H.264,
JPEG,
WBMP,
GIF,
PNG,
MPEG-4,
BMP - Front-facing Camera 0.3 Megapixel
Location
- GPS Navigation GPS receiver
Multimedia
- Supported Digital Video Formats WMV,
H.263,
MPEG-4,
H.264 - Audio Microphone , Stereo speakers
- Supported Digital Audio Formats AAC,
WAV,
OGG,
FLAC,
Vorbis,
MP3,
WMA,
WMA Pro,
MIDI
Input Device
- Type Touch-screen
Software
- Preloaded Software Video Player,
Music Player,
Sony Entertainment Pack,
Clock,
Calculator,
Google Play,
Calendar,
Contacts Expansion and Connectivity
- Interfaces 1,
1 x Headphones,
1 x Infrared - USB Host Yes
Battery
- Technology / Form Factor Lithium ion
- Capacity 5000 mAh
- Run Time 31 hour(s)
- Recharge Time 5 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
- Sensors Ambient light sensor
- Features Rear camera ,
Front camera - Included Accessories Power adapter , Wrist strap
Dimensions & Weight
- Width 9.5 in
- Depth 0.3 in
- Height 6.8 in
- Weight 1.3 lbs
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Product series
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Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 9.4 in,
TFT active matrix - Yes,
Android 3.0 Honeycomb,
1 GB,
1 GHz,
NVIDIA Tegra 2,
Wi-Fi,
Bluetooth 2.1 EDR,
9.5 in x 0.3 in x 6.8 in,
1.3 lbs -
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: 9.4 in,
TFT active matrix - Yes,
Android 3.1 (Honeycomb),
1 GB,
NVidia Tegra 2 1 GHz,
Bluetooth 2.1 EDR,
9.5 in x 0.3 in x 6.8 in,
1.3 lbs
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Sony
- Address:
16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 - Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
- Email: contact@sel.sony.com
- Fax: 941-768-7790
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