Dell has partnered the cosmetics company OPI to come up with vibrant, colorful, and funky design for various models of Dell laptops and netbooks. According to the press release, Dell will soon add 26 exciting, high-style OPI fashion shades to the color and artwork offerings available as options in the Dell Design Studio. If you are wondering how would those laptops look like, here are a few examples:
Pretty, aren't they? I am sure that they would really appeal to female buyers, especially those who love pink laptops.
The OPI color options for Dell Mini, Inspiron and Studio laptops will be available in the Dell Design Studio at Dell.com first in the U.S. and later in other countries.
Dell Inspiron Mini 11z is here to replaced the obsolete Inspiron Mini 12. Like most of other laptop models from Dell, the Inspiron Mini 11z is available in multiple vibrant color selections, including the Promise pink. Dell will donate $5.00 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure for every Promise pink laptop sold.
In terms of specification, Dell Inspiron Mini 11z comes with an 11.6-inch screen, ultra-low voltage Celeron 723 processor, 2GB RAM, and 250GB hard drive. Here's the full list of specs for Dell Inspiron Mini 11z:
Windows Vista Home Premium (SP1, 32-bit)
Intel Celeron 723 (1.2GHz, 800MHz FSB, 1MB Cache)
Intel GS45 + ISH9M chipset
11.6" WXGA LED-backlit display at 1366x768
Intel X4500 Integrated Graphics
Dell 1397 ABG Wireless
2GB DDR2-800 SDRAM (1 Slot)
250GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
65W (19.5V x 3.34A) 100-240V AC Adapter
3-cell 28Wh 11.1v 2420mAh Lithium Ion battery
Dimensions (WxDxH): 11.5" x 8.43" x 0.92-1.02"
Weight: 3.05lbs
Starting price: $399
Unboxing of Dell Inspiron Mini 11z:
According to reviews, the Dell Inspiron Mini 11z is slightly better than average netbook, offered at a reasonable price, with an excellent 11.6" WXGA screen, but with some flaws. It has been pointed out that the processing power of the Celeron CPU performed below expectations, being slower than the Atom processor. Also, the touchpad is said to be really bad.
The Studio 14z is the thinnest and lightest 14-inch notebook Dell has ever produced.
It has a 8-cell battery which promise more than 5 hours of battery life, a HD (720p/900p resolution) screen, powerful speakers, up to 500GB worth of hard drive storage, and above average graphics performance. The only drawback of this laptop is that it does not have an optical drive. But for those who are more likely to download software and entertainment than use a disc, this thin and light system is ideal for streaming content and playing digital files. And similar to other laptop models from Dell, the Dell Studio 14z is available in various colors and design that you can choose to reflect your personal style. The available colors include Black Chain Link, Midnight Blue, Spring Green, Plum Purple, Ruby Red, and Promise Pink.
Specification and feature highlight for the Dell Studio 14z:
Intel Pentium Dual Core or Intel Core 2 Duo standard voltage processors up to T9550 (2.66GHz, 1066Mhz FSB, 6MB Cache)
Up to 5GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3
Up to 500GB HDD capacity
Energy-efficient, mercury-free, 14.0-inch 16:9 WLED display with HD resolution (1366x768 or 1600x900)
Integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics
Optional 8-in-1 Media Card Reader via 34mm Express Card slot
Standard 1.3MP webcam with dual digital array mics
Digital Video/Audio via HDMI and DisplayPort
Six-cell battery standard, optional slim design 8-cell battery for up to 6:46 hours of battery life
Gesture-based touch pad controls to help improve productivity
Starting weight of 4.3 pounds
Thin design for students who want a combination of power and mobility (Dimensions: 0.79"-1.2" x 13.2" x 9.0")
PowerShare - Charge your USB-connected cell phone and other mobile devices via the USB 2.0/eSATA combo port even when you’re unplugged from a power outlet
Standard FastAccess Facial Recognition Software to help prevent unauthorized access to your computer
Optional Phoenix Failsafe Theft Protection to help protect laptop and data in event of theft
The following are the review and unboxing videos of the Dell Studio 14z by digitalhomethoughts.com.
Unboxing video of the Studio 14z:
Video review of the Dell Studio 14z:
Conclusion: If you can live without an optical drive, the Dell Studio 14z is definitely a great choice. It has an attractive design, long battery life, good speakers, and strong graphics performance.
Check out the review of the pink Inspiron Mini 10 done by ShinyShiny.tv. The Pink Dell Inspiron Mini 10 is currently available for $363.35 on Amazon.com.
Dell recently released a new 14-inch notebook, the Studio 14z, which is the thinnest and lightest 14-inch notebook Dell has ever produced to date. It features up to 6 hours of battery life (8-cell battery), powerful video performance, huge hard drive options and a svette design that makes it trendy and cool for teenagers. The notebook is available in six different colors including Black Chain Link, Midnight Blue, Spring Green, Plum Purple, Ruby Red, and Promise Pink. Bad news for pink laptop lovers who are not from US -- the pink Studio 14z is only available in the US.
Here are some feature highlights for the Dell Studio 14z:
Intel Pentium Dual Core or Intel Core 2 Duo standard voltage processors up to T9550 (2.66GHz, 1066Mhz FSB, 6MB Cache)
Energy-efficient, mercury-free, 14.0-inch 16:9 WLED display with HD resolution (1366x768 or 1600x900)
Up to 500GB HDD capacity
Up to 5GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3
Integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics
Standard 1.3MP webcam with dual digital array mics
Optional 8-in-1 Media Card Reader via 34mm Express Card slot
Digital Video/Audio via HDMI and DisplayPort
Six-cell battery standard, optional slim design 8-cell battery for up to 6:46 hours of battery life
Gesture-based touch pad controls to help improve productivity
Thin design for students who want a combination of power and mobility (Dimensions: 0.79"-1.2" x 13.2" x 9.0")
Starting weight of 4.3 pounds
Standard FastAccess Facial Recognition Software to help prevent unauthorized access to your computer
Optional Phoenix Failsafe Theft Protection to help protect laptop and data in event of theft
PowerShare - Charge your USB-connected cell phone and other mobile devices via the USB 2.0/eSATA combo port even when you’re unplugged from a power outlet
The Dell Studio 14z is currently available on Dell with a starting price of $649.
Dell has recently released a stylish all-in-one desktop system. It's made with beautiful aluminum, glass and fabric which comes in several colors, including Solid Pure White, Tuscan Red, Navy Blue, Powder Pink and Charcoal.
Besides the stylish outlook of this desktop PC, what's special about this machine is the new multitouch capabilities. Watch the demo in the following videos:
The Studio One 19 is a nice option for a home kiosk because it's not too big. Its design, with its curved edges and hardware stuffed behind the 18.5-inch diagonal screen, doesn't overwhelm a room. We love the design of this machine, and the fact that it's available in pink. To learn more about the performance of it, check out this review done by CNet.
E4200 is the first Latitude model that comes with Quartz pink color option. It is also the smallest Latitude Dell has made to date, measuring 11.4-inch wide, 8-inch deep, 0.8-inch thick and weighting only 2.2lbs.
The Latitude E4200 is a stunning machine. Beside pink, it is also available in blue and brushed metal black. Being a business laptop, it's expected that most company will opt for black color, but for young professional ladies, or individualistic executives that fancy something a little more eye-catching, the pink Latitude E4200 is really a great choice. It has an angular & functional appearance with rich finish that will make an immediate and positive impression on any clients you visit, which is surely one of the aims of a modern day business laptop.
The specification for E4200 is as follows:
12.1" Premium, UltraSharp WXGA (1280 x 800) LED Display
Intel Core2 Duo Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) Processors
Now, let's take a look at a few reviews done on this laptop and see what the pros have to say about it:
1. Video review from Shinyshiny.tv
2. PC Pro (rating given: 4 out of 6)
"So we have mixed feelings about the Latitude E4200. It looks fantastic and it's incredibly light, and the flexibility offered by the tiny power supply and five-hour-plus battery life will give it real appeal to mobile professionals. The screen, however, is a disappointment, and coupled with a high price means we hold off from a wholehearted recommendation." Read full review
3. Trusted Review (rating given: 9 out of 10)
"So long as you don't need an optical drive, the E4200 is an ideal option for the serious businessperson on the move." Read full review
4. ZDNet Asia (rating given: 7.6 out of 10)
"This is a nicely put-together ultraportable that, with the extended battery, performs well in most areas except graphics. However, its lack of an optical drive could be a drawback, as could the paucity of USB ports. Mobile broadband is a boon, but we're surprised by the lack of an integrated webcam on a system aimed at mobile professionals." Read full review
Conclusion: The biggest drawback for the Latitude E4200 is the lack of integrated optical drive and webcam. And this is apparently the sacrifices that Dell has to make in exchange to the small-size and portability for this laptop. Also, PC Pro seems to be disappointed with the color accuracy and viewing angles for this laptop. Other than that, with its long battery life, small-size, and light-weight, the Latitude E4200 is a fantastic laptop for its portability and flexibility.
After the Inspiron Mini 9 and 12, Dell is coming up with another netbook with 10-inch screen, called the Mini 10. As usual, Dell makes their new netbook available in several beautiful striking colors, including pink.
Here are the specs and features highlight for the new Mini 10 netbook:
Glossy 10.1 inch LED display (1024x576) WSVGA
Up to Intel Atom Z530 (1.60GHz/533MHz FSB/512K L2Cache)
Up to 160GB SATA HDD 2.5 inch 5400RPM
1GB 533MHz DDR2 SDRAM
Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500
WiFi802.11g or a/g/n Mini Cards; Bluetooth Internal (2.1+EDR) mini-card
3-cell 24WHr Li-Ion Battery
HDMI out for watching HD movies on external TV or bigger display rather than typical VGA out
Multi-touch track pad and the keyboard at 92% the size of a standard laptop
Spill resistant
Besides pink, other colors available include Red, blue, white, black and green
Weight: 1.3kg / 2. 86 lbs with 3 Cell battery
There are some pretty great features on the Mini 10 compared to the previous series of the Mini 9 and 12. By calling it the perfect 10, looks like Dell has put together all experiences learned from the designing of Mini 9 and Mini 12 and applying them on the Mini 10. Dell has not officially reveal the price for the Mini 10 yet, but according to QVC which has already listed the Mini 10 for pre-order, the price for the 10-inch netbook will be $559.
Update: The Inspiron Mini 10 is now listed on Dell's official site for pre-order, with a starting price of only $399!
Now when you purchase a pink laptop from Dell, not only you are getting yourself a pretty, and stylish laptop, you are doing a good deed at the same time.
Dell recently announced a partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world’s largest breast cancer organization, to raise money through the company's new Promise Pink laptops for breast cancer research and community-based programs for breast health education and screening -- For every promise pink laptop or Minis it sells, Dell will donate $5 to the foundation.
Most of Dell's laptop lines are available in the new Promise Pink, including Inspiron Mini 9 & Mini 12, Inspiron 1525, Studio 15 & Studio 17, Studio Hybrid, XPS M1330, XPS M1530 and the Latitude E4200. Every unit of these product lines sold from now until January 31, 2010 will contribute $5 for fighting against breast cancer.
Dell also promise a minimum guaranteed donation of $250,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Apparently pink laptop is a hot selling product in Dell!
Rumors about Dell Adamo has been widely circulated on the Internet lately.
The rumors started from New York Times. According to them, Dell is coming out with a computer called Adamo that will rival the MacBook Air. They are guessing that Dell’s Adamo is going to be even thinner and lighter than Apple's MacBook Air.
Later on the same day, Engadget has posted more leaked information about Dell Adamo:
Dell plans to market the machine as the “world’s thinnest laptop,” and it’s definitely going after Macbook Air market share.
Adamo was slated to be released this month, but has been pushed back until at least February.
Adamo will sport a black and silver color scheme similar to the Studio XPS 13 pictured above, but “different.”
This could be a good news for pink laptop lovers. Looking at Dell's current laptop product, they are always good at providing various color options to the consumers. We are hoping that they do the same for Adamo, so we will have the world's thinnest pink laptop, which we couldn't get from the MacBook Air currently. ;)
Dell Adamo has its own website that is currently under construction.
We have already seen the picture of Dell Latitude E4200 in Quartz pink back in August, but Dell has not been making it available on their online store until recently, a 'Color package' which offers "Red, Blue or Pink color options, 128GB solid state drive and 3-Year On-Site service after remote diagnosis" is finally available online.
While the Base and Productivity package requires you to pay $99 for downgrading from Windows Vista to XP, the 'Color pakacge' offers you the same option for free. The starting price for the 'Color package' of Dell Latitude E4200 is $2,664.
Dell has released a few special edition of artistic laptop design before. Now the company has expanded it's collection of artistic laptop design, giving you more than 100 creative and colorful personalization options in their Design Studio. Check out Dell Design Studio.
"Dell Design Studio offers more than 100 exclusive and original works of art to express personal style for the Dell Studio 15 and Studio 17 laptops for $75. Each image is permanently tattooed into the laptop lid, making the design extremely durable."
The artists behind all these creative design are: Jason Bacon, Brittany Waldner, Derek Welch, and Guillaume Wolf join images by Joseph Amedokpo, Tristan Eaton, Siobhan Gunning, Bruce Mau, and Mike Ming.
Last week, Dell announced the new color options (red and pink), and also the platinum version (which features 32GB SSD) of Inspiron Mini 9 in Japan. If you check Dell's website, they are now all available in the U.S.
Compare to the Alpine White and Obsidian Black color options, the Cherry Red and Pretty Pink version are $25 more expensive, while the 32GB SSD option will cost you and extra $100 if compare to the standard 4GB SSD.
After the Mike Ming edition laptop, Dell has recently added several more artistic designs to their laptops.
First, there are 3 new artwork designs for Studio series laptop as a part of the (PRODUCT) Red initiative. When you purchase any these products, part of the proceeds will go to the Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa. Below are the picture of the Studio laptop with the 3 new artworks designed by Bruce Mau, Siobhan Gunning, and Joseph Amedokpo respectively.
Available for both Studio 15 and 17, the artworks are infused into the laptop covers to ensure the design always remains vibrant.
Besides the Studio line laptop, Dell has also added several new design for their Inspiron Mini 9 and 12 netbook. Here are the few beautiful patterns designed by artist Tristan Eaton for the Inspiron Mini 9 and 12:
While the hardware specs remain the same, Dell will charge extra $50 for the cosmetic upgrade for both Inspiron Mini 9 and 12.
Dell seems to be getting more creative with their laptop design recently. And some of these design are pretty "pink" as you can see from the pictures above. Not a bad idea to pick any one them if you want a laptop with cool design that stands out from the crowd.
Great news for pink laptop lovers, Dell Inspiron Mini 9 netbook will be available in blush pink and red in Japan starting from tomorrow!
No words on when the new colors netbook will be available in other countries yet, but we are expecting them to be available in the U.S. soon. Also, Dell Japan will be releasing an Inspiron Mini 9 Platinum Package that features a 32GB SSD with a price of ¥54,980 ($565).
Dell Studio laptop sits in the middle of Inspiron and XPS line. It's a new product line added by Dell in 2008 based on customer feedback, which asked for personalization, connectivity and simplicity.
There are currently 2 models of laptop from Dell Studio line: Studio 15 and Studio 17. Both are available in Flamingo pink. The Studio line laptop is pretty new. This post will be updated to always show the latest information for all the pink laptop available from the Studio line.
1. Dell Studio 15
Studio 15 in Flamingo Pink:
Starting price: $649
Basic Specification (Configurable):
Glossy, widescreen 15.4 inch display (1280x800)
Up to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P8400 (2.20GHz/1066Mhz FSB/3MB cache)
Up to 4GB RAM - Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 800MHz
Dell Studio in Flamingo pink is sleek and stylish. If XPS is too pricey and Inspiron is not powerful enough for you, the Dell Studio line should suit you the best.
XPS stands for Extreme Performance System. As you can tell from the name, Dell XPS laptops are higher-end laptop that are suitable for gaming and other computing tasks that require descent processing power. Due to the higher spec, the XPS laptop is also more expensive compare to the Inspiron line. Also, the design for the XPS laptop is more stylish comparatively.
There are currently 2 models available for the XPS line: M1330 and M1530. Both are available in Flamingo pink. Dell releases new models for the XPS laptop from time to time. This post will be updated accordingly to always show the latest information for all the pink laptop available from the XPS line.
1. Dell XPS M1330
XPS M1330 in Flamingo Pink:
Starting price: $999
Basic Specification (Configurable):
13.3" Hi-Def Widescreen
Up to Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T8300 (2.4GHz/800Mhz FSB/3MB cache)
Up to 4GB RAM - Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz
Dell Inspiron laptop is one of the most popular low-cost product line for home user. Besides the low price, what's great about the Inspiron line laptop is that most of them are available in pink. If you are looking for a pink laptop below $800, Dell Inspiron would be a great choice to consider.
Dell releases new models for the Inspiron laptop from time to time. This post will be updated accordingly to always show the latest information for all the pink laptop available from the Inspiron line.
1. Dell Inspiron 14 (aka Inspiron 1420)
Inspiron 14 in Flamingo Pink:
Starting price: $599
Basic Specification (Configurable):
High Resolution, glossy widescreen 14.1 inch display (1440x900)
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo T5750 (2.0GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache)
Up to 3GB RAM - Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz
If you are not satisfy with the orginal plain design of the Studio laptop, you could now choose to get the special Mike Ming edition Studio laptop with five different special design: Sunburst, Red Swirl, Seaweed, Sea Sky, and Bunch O Surfers.
Base on the specifications and the individual notebook sizes, they are categorized into Standard and Extreme models. Standard models come with 2GHz Core 2 Duo and a Mobility Radeon HD 3450 in the Studio 15 or a 2.16GHz Core 2 Duo and Mobility Radeon HD 3650 fit into the Studio 17, and up to 2GB of memory and a 250GB hard drive. While for the Extreme models, the memory will go up to 3GB and hard drive capacity to 320GB.
Dell unveiled a new range of Precision laptops: the M6400, M4400 and the M2400, featuring all-new designs and colored lids.
Here's what Dell advertise on their website for their new Precision laptops:
* Dual-core? No, YOU WANT quad-core processing power. * 8GB memory limitation? Forget that, YOU WANT more. * Storage. A few hundred Gig? YOU WANT a Terabyte and RAID. * 17" screen? Yes, but YOU WANT 100% Adobe color gamut RGBLED. * 512MB of dedicated graphics memory? No, YOU WANT more. Stop WANTING. It's coming soon.
So what can you expect from the new Precision laptops?
"In the M6400 17-inch flagship "concept" Dell is offering up to 16GB of RAM, 1TB RAID storage, 100% Adobe RGB color gamut in an LED-backlit display, and high-end NVIDIA Quadro graphics. The M4400 starts at $1,569 and has space for up to 8GB of RAM, while the M2400 weighs a mere 4.77 pounds and starts at $1,449."
is currently available for $363.35 on Amazon.com
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Rumors about Dell Adamo has been widely circulated on the Internet lately.
