Sony 2003 SmartPhone Articles

Sony Developing Clie with OLED Screen 12/31/2003

Sony is going to release in a few months the first handheld to use a new type of display, one that has several advantages over current LCDs.

Review -- Sony Clie Digital Video Recorder 12/15/2003

Sony has been great for PDA owners for one primary reason; they push the limits of the operating system and hardware to create great devices

Sony Recalling Clie TJ35 for Backlight Problems 12/14/2003

Sony has issued a recall for one of its most recent handhelds, the Clie TJ35, because the backlight on some of the units of this model have

Recall Issued for Sony Clie TJ35 PDAs 12/12/2003

Since its release, users have been complaining of issues with the backlight in the TJ35. Today Sony issued a recall to fix the problem.

Excellent Deal on the Sony Clie SJ22 12/12/2003

If you've been looking for the perfect gift for someone without a PDA, or perhaps a monochrome unit who needs an upgrade, here's a fantastic

Sony Urges Customers to Not Remove Batteries 12/12/2003

Though most Sony models have a small removable panel which can allow access to the battery, the company urges customers to not open this the

Review - Sony Clie UX50 12/3/2003

Sony has made a good habit of pushing the limits with their high-end PDAs. The Sony Clie UX50 is no different, marking the first time a Sony

REVIEW – Proporta Sony Clie T-Series Case 12/2/2003

In a quest to finally get rid of my wallet and only carry a PDA case, Proporta has done it. The only problem I had was that sometimes when

Sony CLIE TJ35 Full Review 11/26/2003

The Sony CLIE TJ35 is the latest compact PDA offering from Sony. It has a new, thinner shape comprised of convincingly metalized plastic and

Sony Clie TJ25 is #1 in Japan 11/20/2003

Of all the PDAs being sold in Japan, the Sony Clie TJ25 is the most popular in terms of unit sales. In fact, Sony has 5 of the top 10 slots

Sony Hands Out $50 Rebates on High-End Clies 11/11/2003

Sony has decided to give a $50 rebate on the following Clie models - UX40, UX50, NX73 and the NX80. The rebate covers purchases from now unt

Sony Offering $50 Rebate on High-End Clies 11/11/2003

Sony is now offering a $50 mail-in rebate on the Clie UX50, UX40, NX80V, and NX73V, on top of recent price cuts for two of these models.

In Depth - Sony Playstation Portable 11/7/2003

First came Tapwave's Zodiac, a handheld trying to be a portable gaming unit. Now Sony intends to market a portable gaming unit that tries to

Sony Denies Existence of Rumored UX Series Model 11/4/2003

Rumors have been circulating lately that Sony is planning a new model for its UX series. According to a Sony spokesperson, there is no basis

Sony Cuts Prices of UX Series; New Model Coming? 11/3/2003

Sony has dropped the prices for its Clie UX50 and UX40 by $50 and is now bundling a free leather case. At the same time, rumors are starting

Sony Commits to Palm OS 6 10/30/2003

Despite some speculation that Sony might drop its Clie line, a Sony executive has said his company is committed to releasing handhelds runni

Sony CLIE TJ35 Short Review (Pics, Specs) 10/28/2003

The Sony CLIE TJ35 Handheld is the latest evolution in Sony’s compact PDA line and is a solid offering for its $219 list price with Sony’s r

Video - HP iPAQ h4150 and h4350 and the Sony Ericsson P900 10/27/2003

CNET has posted two videos featuring these new units from HP and SE.

Sony Ericsson, Handango Partner to Provide Wireless Software Downloads 10/21/2003

The new Sony Ericsson Application Shop Client allows users of some smart phones to search for, download, and purchase Symbian software wire

Sony Ericsson Announces the P900 - PDA Phone Combo 10/20/2003

It seems there was a ton of excitement surrounding the Sony Ericsson P800 many months ago, but it never was picked up in the by a carrier, e

Sony Ericsson Unveils the P900 Smart Phone 10/20/2003

The P900 will be smaller, faster, and offer other improvements over its predecessor, Sony Ericsson's P800, which came out early last year.

Intel and Sony Music Bringing Multimedia to Mobile Devices 10/17/2003

These two companies will work together to allow users to enjoy music, images, videos, and other Sony Music Entertainment content on Intel-ba

Sony Ericsson Denies It's Considering Palm OS 10/17/2003

Though PalmSource's CEO mentioned earlier this week that his company is in talks with Sony Ericsson, the European mobile phone maker says it

PalmSource in Talks with Sony Ericsson 10/15/2003

PalmSource and Sony Ericsson are discussing the possibility of the mobile phone company releasing devices running the Palm OS.

Brighthand Reviews the Sony Clie TJ35 10/8/2003

Brighthand's Editor-in-Chief took Sony's latest Clie for a test drive and found that it has been designed for the budget-conscious executive

Sony Cuts NX Series’ Prices 10/6/2003

Sony has dropped the price of two of its recent NX series models and discontinued another, fueling speculation that the company will soon an

In Depth - Sony Clie TJ25 and TJ35 (update) 10/2/2003

Sony recently announced two new low-end Clies at a show in Japan. Now, the TJ25 and TJ35 are coming to the U.S. update: TJ25 and TJ35 are n

Sony Releases the Low-Cost TJ Series 10/1/2003

Sony has launched PEG-TJ35 and PEG-TJ25, a pair of low-cost handhelds. These will face intense competition from several other handhelds in

Sony Clie UX40 Available 9/29/2003

The latest member of Sony's UX series can now be purchased on the Web. This is a high-end Palm OS handheld that offers a high-resolution scr

Sony Preparing for Release of Entry-Level Handhelds 9/29/2003

Sony has dropped the price of one of its entry-level handhelds and may have discontinued another. This comes as rumors are circulating the

Brighthand Reviews the Sony PEG-UX50 9/28/2003

Brighthand's Editor-in-Chief finds a lot to like in Sony's latest high-end handheld... but a lot to dislike as well.

Sony Aims To Put TV Tuners in Handhelds 9/25/2003

Companies will soon have the option of including in their handhelds and mobile phones a small module that acts as a TV tuner.

Sony’s Video Recorder for Handhelds Released in U.S. 9/23/2003

The VR100K is now available in the United States. This can record TV programs onto a Memory Stick in a format suitable for playing on a Son

BrightBytes™: Sony Cases, Pocket PC Book, and More 9/21/2003

Proporta is now offering leather cases for Sony's UX50, NX73V, and NX80V; the third edition of How To Do Everything With Your Pocket PC is n

RumorMill™: Additional Info on Upcoming Sony Models 9/19/2003

Updated Reportedly, Sony plans to launch the TJ series this fall, consisting of two low-cost handhelds running Palm OS 5.2.

Sony Shows Off New Clie (picture) 9/17/2003

Sony has taken the wraps off a new line of Clie's at the WPC 2003 show in Japan. It's said to come in a variety of colors, looks very slim a

Sony Gives Sneak Peek of New Clie 9/17/2003

Sony giving the world an advance look at an upcoming handheld. However, this isn't an official announcement and details on this device are v

Brighthand's First Impressions of Sony’s PEG-UX50 9/15/2003

The UX50 offers two types of wireless networking, a high-resolution screen, and a large keyboard. But is it worth the high price?

First Thoughts - Sony Clie UX50 9/12/2003

After less than 24 hours with the UX50 I have to report that this device is simply stunning. The UX50 is the closest thing to the "perfect P

Sony’s UX50 Now Available... Sort Of 9/9/2003

Some lucky people in the U.S. have already been able to get their hands on a UX50, either from SonyStyle or at a CompUSA. It’s expect

Sony to Release TV Recorder/Tuner for Clies - PEGA-VR100K Video Recorder 9/8/2003

Sony is going to release a very interesting product. The PEGA-VR100K video recorder essentially will record television straight to your memo

Sony Announces Video Recorder for Handhelds 9/8/2003

Sony plans to release a device that can record TV shows onto a Memory Stick in a format suitable for playing on a Clie handheld.

Sony Launches In-Depth Site Dedicated to the New Clie UX50 8/17/2003

Sony out of Hong Kong has launched an amazingly detailed site, in English, dedicated to the Clie UX50. It's got just about anything you woul

New Details on Sony’s UX50 and UX40 8/15/2003

Though not expected in the U.S. until next month, Sony’s UX series is now available in Japan. Users there have been willing to share

Sony Releases New Video of the PEG-UX50 8/13/2003

I'm more excited for the UX50 than any other PDA in recent memory. Intgrated WiFi and Bluetooth is fantastic, the compact size is appealing,

Review - Sony Clie NX80 8/13/2003

Sony's new NX80 handheld sports a number of improvements over it's predecessor, the NX70. However, is it worth the money for a generational

PDA News - SD WiFi cards, Socket patents, Sony price cut 8/12/2003

SD WiFi cards reviewed, released Socket patents memory & connectivity in one card? Sony cuts price on NX70V Bluetooth digital camera

Sony’s NX70V Drops to $400 8/11/2003

The price for what was once Sony’s flagship handheld has dropped to $400 as the company prepares to discontinue it.

Review - Krusell Handit Case for Sony Clie PEG-TG50 8/7/2003

My search on the web for a case was initially frustrating. Offerings from Brando, Xigma and Bellagio (looks like the TG50 wearing kinky leat

PDA News - Top ebooks, Sony cuts prices, RIM acquisition rumor 8/5/2003

List of top Palm Digital Media books for July Sony cuts prices on low-end Rumor: HP to acquire RIM Screenshots of Tapwave Zodiac Intel p

Sony Cuts Prices; Drops NX60 8/4/2003

Sony has cut the prices for the mid-range PEG-SJ33 and the entry-level PEG-SJ22. In addition, it is offering a $30 rebate off the cost of t

Additional Details on Sony’s Upcoming UX50 and UX40 7/27/2003

Though Sony took the wraps off the PEG-UX50 and PEG-UX40 over a week ago, there were still several nagging questions about these devices. H

Sony Confirms the US Release of Two UX Clies. The UX40 and UX50. 7/18/2003

Sony continues their dominance of our news section with the official release of the UX40 and UX50. The primary differences are the UX40 feat

In depth - Sony Clie UX50 7/18/2003

While it won't be announced here in the North America until later today, the new Sony Clie UX50 is already making waves from it's debut in J

Sony Unveils Two New Wireless Handhelds 7/18/2003

Sony has taken the wraps off the PEG-UX50 and PEG-UX40, which have an impressive feature set, including wireless networking, a keyboard, and

First Thoughts - Sony Clie NX80V 7/17/2003

The NX80 is an impressive little unit--the casing is nice, the camera is sharp, and the style is a blend of the NX70 and NZ90 Clies with som

New Clie Announced - Welcome the Sony Clie PEG-UX50 (pictures) 7/17/2003

Sony is waiting until tomorrow to announce this device in the US, but the Clie UX-50 is showing up on their Japanese site already. The spec

Sony to Announce New Wireless-Enabled PDA on Friday 7/14/2003

According to a report on page A6 of Investors Business Daily, Sony will announce a new PDA likely featuring WiFi, and potentially GPRS on Fr

Brighthand's First Impressions of the Sony Clie PEG-NX80V 7/9/2003

Sony’s latest high-end handheld is just starting to hit store shelves and Brighthand’s Editor-in-Chief has a preliminary review.

Brighthand Reviews the Sony Clie NX80V 7/9/2003

The PEG-NX80V follows the same general form as previous members of the NX series but it boasts a 1.3 megapixel camera, a unique, retractable

Sony Clie PEG-NX80V Available at Circuit City 7/7/2003

Sony’s new high-end Clie model, the PEG-NX80V, is in-stock at many Circuit City locations. Its kid brother, the PEG-NX73V, is also be

Sony Ericsson Prepping the P810 - New PDA/Phone Combo Unit (pictures) 6/26/2003

When Sony Ericsson announced the P800 last year, there was a ton of excitement and promise. The P800 never gained sponsorship by a wireless

Sony Taking Pre-Orders for NX80V and NX73V 6/16/2003

The two newest members of the NX series can now be ordered from Sony, though they aren't expected to be released for several weeks.

PDA News - Sony 'tactile panel' technology, Vaja for TC, 50% off Monsta 6/15/2003

Sony to produce tactile response system for touchscreens Vaja releases leather case for Tungsten CiNDUSTRY Entertainment offers limited tim

Tactile Touch Panels Coming to Sony Handhelds 6/13/2003

Sony engineers have developed a touch panel that can feel like the user is pressing a button or writing on paper.

PDA News - New Sony prototype Clie, PocketPC 2003 screenshots, Combo Sync/Charge/Card reader 6/9/2003

Sony has a new prototype Clie New PocketPC 2003 screenshots have been released Innopocket SyncGear offers sync, charge, and card reading f

Sony Offers Sneak Peek of Future Clie Handheld 5/28/2003

At a press conference in Japan, a Sony executive offers a glimpse at a future clamshell-style Clie.

Sony Cuts Prices on Clie Handhelds 5/28/2003

Sony is offering several incentives to buy its Clie handhelds, including lower prices, free shipping and a free leather case with some model

Sony Releases Two New Clies - PEG-NX73V and PEG-NX80V 5/27/2003

UPDATED - Sony Japan has released two new Clies which is a refresh of the NX70 series. Both models feature a 200 MHz processor, Palm OS 5, c

Sony: We'll Do A Handheld Gaming Device Too 5/13/2003

Just a week after startup Tapwave offered a sneak peek at its Palm Powered handheld for adult gamers, Sony announces that it will bring a ha

Sony Drops Prices for NX Series 5/6/2003

Sony has cut $100 from the prices of some of its high-end models. Is this a sign that replacements will be announced soon?

PDA News - Sony Clie NX60 Discontinued, Free $50 From Handango, Socket Newsletter, Passwords Plus for Mac 5/5/2003

The Sony Clie NX60 is gone, prices cut on NX70V Get a free $50 credit with Handango, all you have to do is test drive a sportly little Lexu

BrightBytes™: HanDBase, h1910 Case, Sony, and More 4/10/2003

DDH Software is giving $1,000 to the person who can make the best HanDBase applet, there is a new hardcase for the h1910, find out the lates

BrightBytes™: Axim ROM Update, Sony Drivers, FX100, and More 4/8/2003

There is a ROM update for the Dell Axim X5; Sony has a new driver for its Wi-Fi card; the FX100 flexible keyboard is now available for the Z

RumorMill™: Details on Upcoming High-End Sony Clies 4/3/2003

Rumors are circulating on the Web about Sony’s next models. Some of these seem quite probable, others less so.

BrightBytes™: April 1, Sony CF Driver, iPAQ Repairs, and More 4/1/2003

It’s April Fools Day, a developer claims to have created the first driver to allow some Sony models to use CF memory cards, Mobile Con

Review Sony Clie PEG-TG50 3/30/2003

The TG50 is Sony's attempt to appeal more to the corporate users who want to interact with wireless services like email with a keyboard inst

Brighthand Reviews the Sony CLIE SJ22 3/30/2003

This new Sony model doesn’t break new ground in features but it is the lowest cost Palm OS model with a high-resolution screen.

PDA News - Sony Ericsson to Try PDA Advertising, Cell Numbers to be Portable Soon, New AvantGo Beta 3/27/2003

Sony Ericsson is planning on trying out adverts on wireless PDAs The FCC is getting closer to allowing "number portability" for cell phone

Sony Launches Mobile Connection Wizard Software 3/27/2003

Palm is rarely ahead of Sony in anything, and now you can scratch another item off the list. Sony has released a new desktop software that a

PDA News - Bluetooth Modem Coming, New Sony WiFi Card, PDAs in the War With Iraq, Toshiba e750 Review 3/26/2003

Connect to a land line via Bluetooth model with this new product Sony is releasing another CompactFlash WiFi card Coalition troops are usi

FCC Approves New Sony Wi-Fi Card 3/26/2003

Sony has permission to release a new wireless networking card that is almost indistinguishable from its current one.

Review Sony Clie PEG SJ22 3/22/2003

The Sony Clie SJ22 is a refresh of the monochrome SJ20. It's also more or less the same thing as the Clie SJ30. Either way, is it the right

CeBIT 2003 - Sony Memory Stick TV Tuner on Display (picture) 3/18/2003

Sony has been toying with television technology in tiny form factors for a while now. There was even some speculation that the Clie NZ90 wou

Review -- Sony Clie SJ33 3/13/2003

The Sony Clie SJ33 builds on the massive success of Sony's entry level color PDAs by adding features and reducing the price, always a popula

CeBIT 2003 - Sony to Release WiFi Memory Stick (picture) 3/13/2003

I wish I was at CeBit. Sony is showing off their WiFi memory stick - the from factor looks very cool. The report says units will be availabl

PDA News - Sony CLie SJ22 Review, RIM Releases New BlackBerry Models - 6210 and 6220, New Short Range Wireless Standard, Flash Game for Pocket PC 3/12/2003

Palminfocenter has posted a brief review of the SJ22 RIM has added to its European line with two new models, the 6210 and 6220 Sneaky Wave

PDA News - Danger Software Update, Technologies That Could Improve PDAs, Sony Ericsson P800 on Sale 3/10/2003

Danger has begun releasing their first software update for the Sidekick Ed Hardy from Brighthand takes a look at potential influences on ne

Sony Announces TG50 and SJ22 in the U.S. 3/10/2003

Sony has introduced a new high-end Palm OS 5 model, a new entry-level color model, and some new colors for a current mid-range model.

Brighthand Reviews the Sony Clie TG50 3/10/2003

The new Sony Clie PEG-TG50 is the company's latest Palm OS 5 model. It includes a high-resolution screen, an integrated keyboard, and Bluet

PDA News - Digital Media Player With Cell Phone, 6GB CompactFlash Card?, Nagel Dismisses Sony's Interest in Buying PalmSource 3/8/2003

BenQ is prepping 10GB and 20GB audio/video devices with integrated cell phone Pretec is rumored to be planning an announcement at CeBit to

Preview - Sony Clie SJ22 - Same Specs as the SJ30? 3/6/2003

Unless I'm missing something, the new Clie SJ22 seems like an exact copy of the Clie SJ30. Sony's Hong Kong site has posted the details rega

Sony Debuts PEG-SJ22 in Hong Kong 3/6/2003

Sony is now taking pre-orders for a new color Clie handheld. Still no word on when it will be available in the U.S., though.

CEO of Sony Wants to Buy PalmSource 3/5/2003

Sony’s CEO likes the Palm OS so much, he wants to own the company. However, he is less happy with using Symbian for smartphones.

PDA News - Sony to Buy PalmSource?, Game Beta Testers Needed, Treo 270 on T-Mobile 3/4/2003

Sony's CEO makes a number of great statements including expressing a desire to buy PalmSource. Seems like a lot of new games need testing.

UPDATE - Preview - Sony Clie TG50 3/4/2003

Here are a bunch of new Clie TG50 pictures. I especially like the one showing the relative size of the SJ33, TG50 and NX70V. One even shows

Sony Announces TG50 in Japan 3/4/2003

After being leaked a few weeks ago by the FCC, Sony has announced the TG50 in its home country. The TG50 uses Palm OS 5 and has a keyboard

Review - Sony Clie NZ90 3/3/2003

This is my first review of a personal entertainment device, or PED. That's right, Sony doesn't want us to think of the NZ90 as a PDA and gue

Sony Releases New Breed of Memory Cheaper and Earlier Than Expected 3/3/2003

Sony's memory stick format has been engaged in a love/hate relationship with Clie owners. Now Sony is hoping for more love with the release

PDA News - Mobile Printer From Brother, Stowaway Driver, Sony Drops SL10 3/3/2003

Amazingly thin, this might turn out to be a great little peripheral. Think Outside has updated their Palm keyboard driver. Sony has discon

Sony Clie's to Get Compact Flash Support - In Spite of Sony 2/28/2003

The Sony Clie NX and NZ devices all come with a CF slot designed for one use only, the Sony WiFi card. This is a major frustration and one t

Get Ready for CompactFlash Memory on Sony Clies 2/28/2003

One company has announced that it’s developing a driver to allow Sony's Clie models with CompactFlash slots to use CF memory cards.

First Thoughts: Sony Clie SJ33 Review 2/25/2003

"I read with anticipation the specs for the new Clie SJ33 and decided it was time to upgrade. I heard that Circuit City had it in stock in a

PDA News - WiFi Providers Ally, Windows Media on Symbian, Opera Browser for Sony Ericsson P800 2/22/2003

WiFi providers are talking about an alliance that would make life easier for users A new media player will support Windows Media Series 9 o

Sony Clie NZ90 Warning - Severe Battery Problems 2/21/2003

I've never done this before, but I am aware of a serious issue regarding the NZ90 that is not yet recognized by Sony. The battery in many un

PDA News - Vaja Axim Case, FatFinger Supports OS 5, SCOTTeVEST Goes Leather, Sony Ericsson P800 Review 2/20/2003

Vaja is now shipping Dell Axim cases Avaion has upgraded FatFinger with Palm OS 5 support The ultimate mobility outerwear adds leather and

UPDATE - Preview - Sony Clie TG50 (New Pictures/Manual) 2/18/2003

We've obtained the PDF user manual for the TG50. It's a rough draft as you will see, but it provides additional insight on the TG50.

Preview - Sony Clie SJ33 (pictures) 2/17/2003

It's of little surprise that Sony has made official the SJ33 in the US. The release issued today states the unit will begin shipping later t

FCC Releases Additional Info on Sony TG50 2/17/2003

Updated There is a bit more information available about Sony's forthcoming handheld with an integrated keyboard and Bluetooth. This includ

Brighthand Reviews the Sony Clie SJ33 2/17/2003

Sony's newest handheld, the Clie PEG-SJ33, is a mid-range Palm Powered model that includes an integrated MP3 player and a design and price t

PDA News - Sony Ercisson P800 Review, ZIOsoft Releases Spawn, bargainPDA.com Slashdotted 2/16/2003

The P800 is supposed to be in the US in March. Until then, enjoy another European review ZIOsoft brings another big-name game to the Pocket

Sony Clie NZ90 Review 2/13/2003

The Sony Clie NZ90 is quite a departure from the standard definition of a PDA. That's just how Sony wants it too. They want us to to view th

We Have a Winner! Win a Sony Clie Leather Padfolio From Sony and bargainPDA.com 2/10/2003

We've extended our contests a while, thanks to a bunch of new prizes. Here is our next offering - Sony hooked us up with this wonderful padf

BrightBytes™: Memory Cards, Sony Petition, Passwords, and More 2/10/2003

PC Mall and Amazon are offering good deals on memory cards, ClieSource is trying to convince Sony to add support for CompactFlash memory car

Sony Drops Prices for Midrange, Low-End Models 2/7/2003

Sony has dropped the prices for its SJ30, SJ20, and SL10 models by as much as $50.

PDA News Bits - Palm Zire Dominates, Sony Clie Game Controller Review, Pocket PC VR Controll 2/6/2003

The Palm Zire sold more units during 4Q last year than any other PDA In every Clie owner beats the heart of a gamer - Game Pad Reviewed So

UPDATE - Sony Clie SJ33 Slips Onto Amazon Store Shelves - Now at Tech Depot Too 2/6/2003

Tech Depot has pricing now on the SJ33 and it's coming in at $287. The bad news is that something is wrong with the shipping cost, ground is

Brighthand Reviews the Sony Clie NZ90 2/3/2003

Sony's new Clie NZ90 is the first handheld to offer a genuinely useful digital camera, and its built-in Bluetooth networking lets you create

Sony Clie PEG-TG50 Gains FCC Approval - Here Comes Bluetooth! (picture) 1/30/2003

Is it time to put my Tungsten T on eBay? Sony's follow-up to the popular T665 will integrate Bluetooth as we expected. Notice the graffiti a

PDA News Bits - Sony and Ericsson Add Cash, New Intel PDA Processors, Pocket PC Alien Game, Free PDA Cases 1/30/2003

Sony and Ericsson have agreed to add cash to their Sony Ericsson joint venture Intel to release a new XScale PDA processor Pick up free PD

Sony Ericsson Partnership Survives... For Now 1/30/2003

Ericsson has decided to not pull out of its joint venture with Sony to make smartphones. In fact, both companies will give the partnership

Sony T-Series Model to Include Bluetooth, Keyboard 1/30/2003

Updated The FCC has given Sony its permission to release the TG50, a handheld that offers built-in Bluetooth and a keyboard.

We Have A Winner #6 of 9 - Sony Clie Leather Padfolio 1/29/2003

Sony hooked us up with this wonderful padfolio designed for Clie's, but it will fit almost any PDA. Win this contest and it's yours!

Sony to release biometric memory stick 1/29/2003

In another move to keep up with options available in the Pocket PC market, Sony will release a biometric scanner "Puppy" in a memory stick f

Sony Clie SJ33 Released in Japan 1/27/2003

Thanks to a news tip via email, we now have confirmation that the Sony Clie SJ33 is not only for real, it has been released in Japan. Hopefu

Sony Announces Mid-Range Handheld in Japan 1/27/2003

Updated As rumored, Sony has announced a mid-range model to replace the SJ30. The look of the SJ33 has been changed and it includes an MP3

Sony to add USB input to the Clie product line 1/22/2003

Philips has announced that Sony is using the Philips USB On-The-Go (OTG) chip in their Clie line. What's unclear is whether this refers to t

UPDATE - Rumor - Sony to announce Clie SJ33 and SJ22 (pictures) 1/22/2003

Not a huge surprise, but my contact at Sony would not confirm or deny this report. Combined with his statement at CES and the fact he did no

RumorMill: Sony Updating Mid-Range Models 1/21/2003

Updated According to rumor, Sony is about to introduce replacements for the SJ20 and SJ30.

CES - Sony Clie NZ90 Hands On 1/12/2003

Sony made it very clear to us...the Clie NZ90 is not a PDA. What?!? Right, it's an entertainment machine. Sony is trying very hard to break

Live From CES - Sony Ericsson P800 Hands On 1/12/2003

The Sony Ericsson is one of the most anticipated and delayed integrated device out there. We now have hard facts that point to a March relea

Brighthand's First Look at the Sony CLIE PEG-NZ90 1/11/2003

Brighthand's Ed Hardy brings us pictures and info on the Sony CLIE PEG-NZ90 from the CES showroom floor

dot-commentary™: Another show, another Sony 1/11/2003

Brighthand founder Steve Bush offers his take on the announcements -- and lack of surprises -- from this year's Consumer Electronics Show

Preview - New Sony Clie NZ90 1/9/2003

Sony has finally made their splash and they made a freaking cannonball. How they kept this release quiet is a mystery, but the main specs ar

Sony Launches High-Capacity Memory Stick PRO 1/9/2003

New Memory Stick format has 32GB maximum capacity, but will not work in most previous CLIEs

Kyocera 7135 beats out Sony Ericsson P800, Treo, Blackberry and others 1/8/2003

In a blind taste test...er...recent consumer survey, the Kyocera kicked some serious PDA/phone butt. Zanthus, a leading market research-base

Sony Unveils $800 Wireless, Multimedia CLIE NZ90 Handheld 1/8/2003

Latest Twist to the CLIE Handheld's Flip-and-Swivel Design Includes an Integrated Two Megapixel Camera with Flash and Automatic Focus, as we