Sony has announced that the Sony VAIO Y and Z series laptops will soon get the ability to act as a wireless hotspot for up to 5 devices to connect to.
The Wireless hotspot functions work out of the box and use a new embedded wireless technology that Sony call “Share My Connection”.
The idea is aimed at those who travel in groups for either business or family needs. Having one of the Sony VAIO computers in the group would allow the other 5 in the group to connect and share a connection.
The Z model weighs 3 lbs and comes in a carbon fiber and aluminium casing. Up to seven hours of battery life on a single charge is possible with the VAIO Z. The screen on the VAIO Z measures 13.1 inches and is backlit by LED and in a widescreen format. An optional blu-ray drive is available for this laptop.
The VAIO Y series comes in five colours and has a 1.2 inch profile with a 13.3 inch LED backlit screen that is also in a widescreen aspect. Sony say it uses less power but doesn’t provide details on the battery life.
