Sony Dash

Sony Dash

Sony Dash at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show.
Manufacturer	Sony Electronics
Introductory price	$199 [1]
Operating system	Modified Chumby software
Storage capacity	No user accessible memory
Display	WVGA resolution (800x480) 7.0" (measured diagonally)
Input	Microphone, accelerometer, digital ambient light sensor USB 2.0 (Mass Storage Class)
Camera	None
Connectivity	Wi-Fi : 802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz WPA, WPA2, WEP(Open only) encryption WiFi certified
Dimensions	Approx. 7-7/16 x 5-5/8 x 2-3/8" (WHD)
Weight	Approx. 1.2 lbs (.54 kg)
Predecessor	Sony Dream Machine
Related articles	Walkman X Series Sony Reader Chumby

The Dash is a device manufactured by Sony that connects using Wi-Fi to the Internet. It has a touch screen which the user can use to browse information or listen to music. It is not a portable device since it does not have an internal battery. It is positioned as a personal internet viewer which can act as an alarm clock, internet radio, digital photo frame and many other uses. It has applications which can be downloaded onto the device. These are the same as those supported by the Chumby device.

History

Sony announced the Dash at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show.^[2] It was made available for sale in late April 2010. ^[3] Originally the device was only usable in the United States, with international customers getting complete device lockout with the message "Error: Missing XAPI Service Mode". On June 25, Sony released a software upgrade allowing Dash to be used in other (if not all) countries. The device does not have international power settings, and can only be powered by mains electricity of 120v 60hz. ^[4]

References

1. ^ "Sony Dash features"
2. ^ http://www.h-online.com/open/news/item/Sony-announces-Dash-Internet-application-viewer-897742.html
3. ^ http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/04/29/the-sony-dash-is-now-available-for-real-this-time
4. ^ http://www.kb.sony.com/selfservice/microsites/search.do?cmd=displayKC&externalId=C1016604&fes=true&mdl=HIDC10

Notes

• Hands-Off With the Sony Dash Touchscreen Frame Wired (magazine)
• CES: Will Sony work well with others? EETimes
• Meet the Sony Dash: The Latest Tablet to Debut at CES Network World

External links

• Dash product home page
• Dash FAQ