Sony Dash
 Sony Dash at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show. |
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| Manufacturer | Sony Electronics |
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| Introductory price | $199 [1] |
| Operating system | Modified Chumby software |
| Power | AC 120 V, 0.6 A,60 Hz, battery only functions as clock backup |
| 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 |
| Touchpad | Projected capacitive single-touch touchscreen[2] |
| 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.
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History [edit]
Sony announced the Dash at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show.[3] It was made available for sale in late April 2010.[4] 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, however subsequently restricted international service again in November 2011. The device does not have international power settings, and can only be powered by mains electricity of 120v 60 Hz.[5]
Sony introduced two updated versions of the Dash hardware in September 2011. The HID-B7[6] and HID-B70[7] refreshed the hardware, with the HID-B70 adding a battery backup.[8] This revision of the Dash device removed Netflix and YouTube streaming support.
Currently, the Sony Dash is not functional, as Sony has abandoned support of the Dash management website in a broken state.[citation needed] There is speculation that the shut-down of the official Chumby site led to this disruption, and that the product will never work again, although there has been no official response.[citation needed]
References [edit]
- ^ "Sony Dash features"
- ^ HID-C10 | Dash™ | Sony | Sony Store USA
- ^ Sony announces Dash Internet application viewer - The H Open: News and Features
- ^ The Sony Dash is now available (for real this time) | TechCrunch
- ^ Application Error
- ^ Wi-Fi Alarm Clock with Apps | Dash Information Alarm Clock | HID-B7 | Sony USA
- ^ Wi-Fi Alarm Clock with Apps | Dash Information Alarm Clock | HID-B70 | Sony USA
- ^ Sony's Dash gets a new lease on life, we stop to wonder why | Engadget
Notes [edit]
- 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
