If there is a flaw, it could be the excess of links and information that the global electronic conglomerate throws at the face of the visitor. However, surfing the sites of Sony is quite an extraordinary experience that leaves an unmistakable feeling of wanting more, but later. Despite the general quality of its web production, it can indeed be overwhelming.

A click on one of their sleek products, a VAIO VX-series laptop for example, provides clear descriptions and data about the computer with plenty of pictures emphasizing the beauty and ergonomics of its design. With a nice touch of Japanese sensitivity, the main picture of this thin VAIO VX-series shows the product resting on a garden table in front of an out-of-focus green foliage background. These sort of images breathe life rather than techno-speak. On that note, Sony might actually want to seek some additional naming advice, as the full name of this model is stated as PCG-VX9/P-VX7/BD, which might talk to the mind but not at all to the heart.

The one-by-one inch pictures link to interesting features, such as a streamed video that is remarkably focused on the key attributes of this machine: designed, thin, light, battery life, large screen. Another feature is a large Flash animation describing the S, C, and S -- for Slim, Comfort, and Stamina -- attributes of this laptop. The next one is a 360-degree rotation of the product. And finally, the last feature is a page with even more data and pictures on the wireless, storage, and other capabilities of this machine.

Besides VAIO, a similarly fascinating experience can be enjoyed throughout the site, from the techno beats at Sony Audio to the latest Swiss Army knife gadgets of CLIÉ in the PDA department.