Dell today unveiled its ultraportable XPS 13 laptop,
the most compact 13.3-inch Ultrabook featuring an
edge-to-edge glass, near "frameless" display and
all-day battery life.
Starting at 2.99 lbs., and less than a quarter-inch at
its thinnest point, the XPS 13 combines
performance-oriented design with the latest Intel
technology, such as Rapid Start and Smart Connecti.
The XPS 13 delivers second-generation Intel Core i5 or
i7 processors, Intel HD 3000 graphics and a high
definition WLED 300-nit display. The XPS 13 has 128GB
and 256GB solid state hard drive options, plus an
additional 100GB of cloud storage through Dell
DataSafe for content backup and sharing at no
additional cost. Additionally, all XPS 13 units
include a 12-month Skype Premium subscription to
always stay in touch.
The ultrabook's edge-to-edge display with hardened
Gorilla Glass. The device also features a full-size
backlit keyboard with a large glass touchpad with
integrated buttons and multi-gestural support and
offers and up to eight hours, fifty-three minutes of
battery life.
The 13.3-inch high definition display with slim bezel
fits in a body size similar to the form factor of an
11-inch product.
The XPS 13 is one of the first Ultrabooks to feature
Intel Smart Connect technology, which wakes
periodically to detect known networks and update
calendar and email. With solid state drives and Intel
Rapid Start technology, the XPS 13 boots in seconds.
Dell will also integrate location awareness via
Skyhook and Google Places shortly after launch.
Enterprise-friendly features include standard Trusted
Platform Module for BitLocker Data Encryption and
optional ProSupport after-sales service and
Configuration Services such as custom imaging and
asset tagging.
In addition to the Limited Hardware Warranty, Dell is
including one year of Accidental Damage Service and
one year of theft protection with Computrace LoJack
for Laptops Theft Recovery Service as standard.
Detailed Information:
- Ultrathin laptop (0.24-0.71"/6-18mm) with Microsoft
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium; precision machined
aluminum with a carbon fiber composite base
- Intel Core i5 2467M and i7 2637M processor
choices
- 13.3" HD WLED, 300-nit (1366x768) 720p; edge-to-edge
hardened Gorilla Glass
- Intel HD 3000 video graphics
- 4GB DDR3 SDRAM 1333Mhz memory
- 128 GB SSD or 256GB SSD drive options
- Full size, backlit chiclet keyboard; glass
integrated button touchpad with multi-gesture
support
- Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6230 802.11 A/G/N and
Bluetooth 3.0 wireless connectivity
- High definition audio with Waves MaxxAudio 4
- Built-in 47WHr 6-cell battery offering up to eight
hours, fifty-three minutes of battery life; 45W AC
adaptor
- USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 with PowerShare , mini
Display-Port, and headset jack
- Built-in 1.3MP webcam (H.264 enabled via Skype) with
dual array digital microphones
- Dimensions: Height: 0.24-0.71" (6-18mm) / Width:
12.4" (316mm) / Depth 8.1" (205mm); Weight: starting
at 2.99lbs (1.36 kg)
The XPS 13 will be available at the end of February in
the United States through www.Dell.com, and in select
retail stores nationwide at a starting price of $999
with an Intel Core i5 processor, 128GB SSD hard drive
and 4GB memory.