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    Although there's room for improvement in the colour department, the Sony VPL-VW40 is yet another impressive advert for SXRD.

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    High-end videoconferencing units can cost an arm and a leg and may be bulky, so Sony sought to save on space with their simple Ipela PCS-TL33 video conferencing unit. While the PCS-TL33 may be lacking in some areas, but it will satisfy the needs of many businesses.

  • Sony VAIO VGC-LM18G

    No doubt the VGC-LM18G will find its way onto some people's walls and benches, and is thoroughly enjoyable to use. But it's got a few more revisions to go before it's perfect.

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