Hot off the Sony Press release – new VAIO Z and Y series are offering a new option, and that is they can become a Wi-Fi hot spot and let you connect up to 5 devices. Sort of similar experience to MiFi device that lets you get online wherever there is a cellular network and share that sweet 3 or 4G connection with other devices.
Sony calls this new way of getting online as Share My Connection and states the following “select models of these [VAIO] series feature the exclusive new Sony embedded wireless technology called Share My Connection™ (SMC). With SMC you can turn your laptop into a mobile wireless access point that can connect up to five other PCs or networked devices, such as smartphones, mp3 players, and cameras”. Verizon has been chosen this time as your mobile access provider.
Share My Connection™ features at a glance
Applicable models
Z or Y Series laptops with Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband (activation required). Note: the full assortment of Z and Y Series laptops with Share My Connection will be available June 20.
Wireless range
The range is similar to standard Wi-Fi access points commonly used in homes. Note that the actual range may vary based on environmental conditions or objects, such as walls, that may obstruct the wireless signal.
Security
You are in control of your Share My Connection™ network. It is password protected and users require a unique ID that only you can send so they can connect to your network. You also have the ability to change passwords at any time so you can regulate who can connect through your PC on a continual basis.
Easy to use
To transmit your Share My Connection™ Wi-Fi signal to other users, you simply need to connect to the Verizon Wireless network and then turn on your Share My Connection™ functionality through the Sony SmartWi™ utility. Once you do that, your business colleagues, friends and family will be able locate and connect to your network just as they would connect to any other password protected Wi-Fi network.
