Official 2012 Sony S Series Owners Thread

Thank you! Had to install a registry file from intel that removes the graphic options. All lag gone!

 

Unfortunately the Y480 isn't available in the UK.

We are left out when it comes to small fast laptops!

 

I don't own either, but I've seen the screen on the lenovo. It's a great resolution, but the screen is VERY glossy. it was tough to see details due to the bright lighting in the store.

Screen aside, here's what my research has shown about the two:

Lenovo:
Better GFX
Similar Battery (Some say worse, some claim better)
Heavier
Better Keyboard
more sturdy build quality
Average speakers
issues with heat

Sony:
Lighter
Better screen (if Orange gate doesn't bother you)
Optional slice battery for about double battery of the lenovo at a comparable weight
Ability to GFX to ~650 with bios flash
Crappy speakers
Issues with headphone port


For me, the lightness/better screen (the red/orange isn't a dealbreaker for me) makes the Sony the better choice. I balk at buying a new laptop that is over 5lbs.

 

Y580 has a 72Wh battery as opposed to 44Wh in S15. So expect much better battery life.

Sent from my GT-I9100

 

So is the headphone port issue common with ALL S15s ?? Because since the speakers are crappy, i would be using some sort of external speakers and the ones i have use the headphone port for sound (not USB) and USB is only for providing power.

 

Be that as it may, I've heard people say that get between 3.5-5 hours of use with 'balanced settings'.

Here's a reference to one such review:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/ideapad-essential/672154-y580-owners-thread-3.html

I think the headphone issue is something related to the amount of force necessary to properly latch the 3.5mm into the jack. Worries are about both the longevity of the jack and the forces applied on the plug.

 

Quick question about the S15. Is the green light next to the power button supposed to stay on whenever the laptop is on. I thought it was meant to show the laptop is charging but I just noticed it is always on.

 

Seems you can still order through the education site for custom builds

 

Hey Darkimmortal, how did you get the speakers to get louder? I remember you posted something a while back but I couldn't find it.

 

Make sure you enable them as full-range speakers in the Windows sound setup wizard. Also, I have found that using Game mode in the Dolby CC makes the sound less tinny.