DELL LATITUDE Z600 QUICK REVIEW

The new model, Dell Latitude Z600 is quite a rage among the tech savvy generation already. However not all are happy with the announcement since the laptop comes with a price tag that goes to be priced as much as $1,999.

Dell Latitude Z600 has quite an eye-catching appearance and a posh looking structured design that would make anyone dream of having it. The laptop offers a great set of features along with its high price though so it is worth the cost but too much for a normal user to buy.

Dell Latitude Z600 is an ultra slim laptop and has a thickness as small as .57 inch. It has a 15-inch display screen and the laptop just weights around 4.5 pounds, no wonder you call it “lightweight”. The technology used in the laptop is not just another existing laptop configuration technology but Dell has a unique most forward technology used in the making of this Laptop. Since you are required to pay this quite large sum to own this laptop, it’s quite important that you must analyze the specifications and characteristic features of the laptop before buying it.

The laptop has been designed to be as thin as possible compared to all those ultra portable laptops in the market so that it offers the slimmest portable feature. The laptop also has a 4-cell battery supply connected within it. One would really wonder as to how Dell could put in the logic to manufacture this Dell Laptop and yet to surprise them more, Dell Latitude Z600 offers more features than just portability by giving the best working performance and power. The Laptop has an external panel coated with a cherry-coating on it that gives the laptop its lustrous look. The laptop is also additionally equipped with the most sought after technology, the TouchEdge LCD sensor. This enables the users to easily access functions and programs they want using the shortcuts that are displayed on the interface of the laptop.

Pros

The main advantages and highlights of buying this Dell Latitude Z600 laptop are listed below:

+ The touch-sensor technology is the most innovative technology available for now and this laptop implements which is great. It also implements wireless features which are an added benefit to the innovative laptop. Almost every user who buys the laptop will surely be influenced by the existence of these technologies implemented in the system.

+ The laptop offers a display screen with a 1600 x 900 pixel resolution that produces exceptionally great and optimum graphic and display quality in the videos and pictures.

Cons

With all the pros, come the cons for any product. So here we are with the drawbacks of purchasing this great Dell Latitude Z600 laptop:

- Since the laptop is quite a high end system with all those above mentioned features, all its parts are very expensive and the cost of the overall system raises the cost of the laptop to a staggering amount.

- Though many would love the slim look of the laptop, it may feel quite unease for a few to use the laptop due to the small size of it.

Dell Latitude Z600 has been the latest technology of Dell after their best offers in the previous technology of old laptops which made great sales in market. This new model will take the reputation and the trust of the consumers on the company to a new level. However the laptop is more suitable for people in fields like business who look for functionality and style and status. Therefore, this sure is not a laptop that can suite all kinds of users.

DELL LATITUDE E4300 FOR UNMATCHED TECHNOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE

Over the years, Dell has been known for consistently introducing new technological innovations and breakthroughs in terms of laptop technology. One of its biggest accomplishments is the unveiling of the new Dell Latitude E4300 laptop model. The powerful performance that this notebook provides to users does come with a price though, a hefty one at that. But if you are willing to shell out the amount that this one is worth, then you can enjoy all the powerful features that come with this ultra-portable machine.

The current market price for Dell Latitude E4300 stands at $1,349 with a maximum retail price of $2,054. Hence, one can easily conclude that this is not an inexpensive laptop model. But its price does not belie its performance because this is not your average laptop either. But the main difference with this laptop over any other models out there is that it does not just offer features you'd expect from a next-gen laptop, but you can get them at an all-new standard.

One of the first things that you'd notice with Dell Latitude E4300 is the impressive build and design. The chassis design complement the LCD display very well, while its compact body measuring only about 13. 3 inches gives it a sleek appearance. The series also introduces a new black finish into the notebook, thus making it look professional and sophisticated. With an aluminum LCD, this one won't wear down easily even with constant usage.

There is no doubt about Dell Latitude E4300's superiority when it comes to the design and built. Even the display screen is durably attached such that it does not wobble easily. The keyboard is also very convenient to use since it responds quite efficiently, making the typing experience smooth and manageable.

Despite the superiority and excellence in design quality for Dell Latitude E4300, it is not entirely flawless either. For one, users no longer have an option in the battery since this laptop model only offers the 6-cell battery system. Hence, while it might exhibit a slick appearance to it, the presence of the battery bulging at the back of the unit eliminates slightly that look of sophistication it initially has. However, this flaw would matter only amongst users who are quite particular about the aesthetic design of their unit.

The LED backlit screen of Dell Latitude E4300 comes with native resolution of 1280x800. Thus, you are sure to enjoy the topnotch quality of images and videos for maximum viewing pleasure. However, it is equipped with light adjustment settings to adapt accordingly to natural lighting conditions.

Performance is at the heart of Dell Latitude E4300 that runs in 2.53HGz Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, 80GB 7200RPM. This notebook is also equipped with a dedicated graphics card for an excellent multimedia display and quality. The hard drive is also excellent and it runs at record breaking speed with minimal to no loading issues experienced.

Dell Latitude E4300 might be expensive but it does not let down on any aspect, such that it is probably one of the most powerful compact laptops ever introduced in the market.

DELL LAUNCHES ITS LATITUDE Z600 THIN AND LIGHT LAPTOP

Dell has finally unveiled its much anticipated 16-inch Latitude Z600 laptop. The ultrathin device is claimed to be the world’s thinnest and lightest laptop with wireless charging capabilities. The Dell Latitude Z600 is aimed at businesses. It comes pre-loaded with Windows Vista SP1.

In looks and build quality the Latitude Z600 is comparable to Apple’s business notebooks, particularly the MacBook Air.

The notebook runs on Intel’s 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo (SU9400/SU9600) CULV processor. Up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM can be installed. The storage option is a 64GB Solid State Drive. The graphics is handled by Intel GMA 4500MHD. The machine weighs just 4.5 pounds with its 16-inch screen.

The Latitude Z600 comes with Dell’s Latitude ON feature, which is essentially an instant on Linux Kernel operating system customized by Dell for instant booting. There is also a dedicated Latitude ON button for booting the system up in seconds. Another cool feature of this notebook is its wireless charging capabilities.
The Latitude Z600 has its share of ports and slots which include eSATA, Ethernet port, display port and USB port. For wireless connectivity there is Wi-Fi with support for Draft N. Other features include a new FaceAware face recognition software. But despite this being a feature-rich notebook, Dell managed to pack only a four-cell battery inside.

Pricing and availability
The new Latitude Z600 is priced at $2000. It is now available for purchase in the US.

DELL LATITUDE Z MAY HAVE WIRELESS CHARGING CAPABILITIES

Dell is expected to release a high-end notebook PC, the Latitude Z, with wireless charging capabilities. The machine was recently unveiled at the FCC and has already attracted a lot of attention. It has even been compared to halo cars such as GM’s Corvette.

The Latitude Z is a performance-oriented notebook aimed at business executives. It may be released on October 25. Dell is yet to reveal the full specifications of the notebook, but it will have a 16-inch display and be powered by Intel processors.
The notebook won’t come cheap. It will be priced at significantly higher than $1,100. Dell also claims that it will have a stylish design.

DELL LATITUDE 2100 REVIEW

Unlike its predecessors, which were all meant for businesses, the newest addition to the Latitude family of notebooks is aimed it students. And this rugged netbook with its rubber-coated exterior, antimicrobial keyboard and optional solid state drives can indeed survive the use and abuse in a typical classroom.

Dell Latitude 2100 Specifications:
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP Home SP3
Display: 10.1" WSVGA (1024 x 576) Touchscreen LED-backlit display
Processor: Intel Atom N270 (1.60GHz, 533MHz FSB)
Graphics: Intel GMA 950
Memory: 1GB

An interesting feature of this netbook is the Network Activity Light which will help teachers monitor who are actually paying attention in the class. The light will remain constantly lit when the netbook is on but no web browser is open. Open a web browser or a chat application and the light will begin to flash.
The Latitude 2100 is available in a variety of colors including School bus gold, Chalkboard black, Schoolhouse red, Blue ribbon, and Ballfield green.
Build quality is quite good.


Screen and Speakers
The 10.1 inch display uses a 1024 x 576 native resolution which is slightly less than the standard 1024 x 600 resolution seen on most 10-inch netbooks. There is an optional touchscreen which is a first for an education netbook. The speaker performance isn’t very impressive.

Keyboard and Touchpad
The antimicrobial keyboard is nice and firm. Keys are slightly small, but that shouldn’t be an issue with young students who want to type school papers or emails. There are dedicated buttons for raising and lowering volume levels. The touchpad offers good sensitivity and is the normal size for a 10 inch netbook.

Input and Output Ports
The port selection is pretty basic, but it will still meet student needs. There are three USB 2.0 ports, VGA out, Ethernet, a 3-in-1 media card slot, microphone and headphone jacks. Another cool feature is the inclusion of two security lock slots to which students can attach a handle/strap so that they can carry the netbook between classes.

Performance
This netbook is meant for use by K-12 students and it is more than enough to meet their needs like typing an assignment in MS Word or browsing the web. And with the Intel GMA 950 integrated graphics, it is also possible to display a PowerPoint presentation or watch a DVD quality movie. At 6 and half hours the battery life will meet or exceed school needs.
Bottomline
The Dell Latitude 2100 has enough features to make it a prominent item on the shopping lists for most schools. It may be a bit thicker and heavier than most other netbooks, but it does have a lot of features you wouldn’t find in most $400 laptops.



Pros:
Very sturdy
Good battery life
Cons:
Slightly thicker and heavier
Touchscreen without the necessary tablet convertibility

DELL LATITUDE XT2 REVIEW

With a starting price of $1,929, the Dell Latitude XT2 is unarguably one of the most expensive convertible tablet PCs on the market. It is aimed at businesses and does offer some interesting features.


System specifications of the laptop for review
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 1.4GHz (800MHz FSB, 3MB L2 Cache)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32-bit)
Display: 12.1" Premium WXGA (1280 x 800) LED-Backlight Display with Multi-touch
Graphics: Intel X4500MHD Integrated Graphics
Memory: 3GB DDR3 1066MHz RAM (2GB + 1GB)
HDD: 120GB Toshiba 1.8" 5400RPM HDD
Weight: 3lbs 13.6oz

Build and Design
The Latitude XT2 is thin and light – you can easily carry it wherever you want to. And with its sharp lines and edges its appearance is very business-like. In terms of build quality this is the best Dell laptop ever.

Screen and Speakers
The 12.1 inch screen looks gorgeous. The 1280x800 display is much better than those normally found on tablet PCs and offers good viewing angles. There is a capacitive touch-screen with a built-in digitizer. The pen is fabulous – it gives excellent traction. The multi-touch capabilities of the tablet aren’t very impressive. The zoom features aren’t very good either.

There is a single mono speaker. The sound quality is reasonably good, but headphones are a must if you are an audiophile.

Keyboard and Touchpad
The keyboard is very good and has an easy to follow layout. The primary keys are full-sized and easy to type on. The touchpad is responsive, but it could have been a bit bigger. Dell also includes a pointing stick with XT2.

Ports and Features
Port selection is good. There are two USB ports, one eSATA/USB combo, audio in/out, FireWire, VGA, LAN, and a proprietary power socket for some Dell accessories. There is a well-built docking station which gives you access to four USB ports, serial, DVI, VGA, LAN, headphone out, and an optical drive.

Performance
Performance is OK. This machine can easily handle everyday business uses. It can also decode 720p and 1080p video without any difficulty. However, it does show some signs of slowing down when you try to install large applications or move/copy files around. The integrated graphics and the power conscious processor can’t handle 3D graphics. So this isn’t the tablet to buy if you are an avid gamer. That said, this notebook can handle almost everything else.

Battery Life
At about three and half hours, the batter life is quite average. If you are not satisfied with the 42Wh battery, you are given the option of using a 45Wh slice battery, which should give you more than double the battery life.

Pros:
Good build quality
Ultra thin
Easy to upgrade

Cons:
Slow hard drive
Average battery life
Is costly

DELL LATITUDE Z SERIES LEAKED IN PHOTOS

This kinda goes without saying, but its not surprising that someone would leak a photo of a laptop. And that is exactly what some user of NotebookReview forums has done. As you can see this Dell Latitude Z series obviously takes some styling cues from its distant cousin the Adamo. More importantly, this model doesn't seem to be doing too bad in terms of specs. According to the stickers its packing Window's Vista Basic, Centrino processor.

RAINBOW LATITUDE 2100 DEBUTS FOR EDUCATION

Dell has their eye on your little kids with the new Latitude 2100. The new netbooks are especially geared to children with colorful and rugged designs. The systems are protected against "child abuse."

Dell is also including a Dell Mobile Computing Station which can charge 24 of said systems at a time. Base price begins at $369. But you can expect the price to move up if you decide to bump up the specs to Vista, XP, Ubantu, SSD, 6 cell battery or a touchscreen.

All that remains is if you are interested or not? Dell promo video can be seen below.

NEW DELL LATITUDE 2100 LEAKED

Don't you just love the fact that there are workers who are willing to risk being fired in order to leak some juicy tech gossip?

DELL LATITUDE XT2 MULTI-TOUCH TABLET PC SHIPPING

Hey people, they say nothing is better then getting an economy out of a recession then spending (not sure how true that is), but apparently Dell thinks so and with that has begun shipping its uber nice and uber pricey XT2 multi-touch tablet.

In case you forgot (we covered this last month), the system starts at $2,400 ($2,399 to be exact). Included in the price is an 80GB hard disk drive doing its thing at 5400rpm, 1.2GHz Intel Core Duo processor, Intel integrated GMA 4500MHD graphics, 4 cell battery and all your ports and what not.

The price goes up from there and can easily approach the $4,000 mark if equipped with a 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 3GB of RAM (DDR3), 128GB SSD and WWAN, Bluetooth and 802.11n WiFi.

The item says to have free 3-5 day shipping and the preliminary date is April ninth.

GAIN ALTITUDE WITH DELL’S LATITUDE XT

Dell, one of the world’s known producers of premier computing machines, has just recently unleashed Latitude XT, a 3.5 pound tablet with more than 12 inches of beautiful screen, and an integrated touchscreen technology that is unheard of in its contemporaries.

Essentially, Dell’s Latitude XT is a business machine, geared for users who need a wide screen, high resolution and high speed computing delivered for a semi-fixed working station. Because of the weight impediment, the tablet is not really meant for daily commuters; however, it might be a good idea to invest in one if you rely on heavy computer work but you’re always going from one company branch to another. Ideal for executives, the sub four pound tablet is a heavyweight that reckons with the top models in its category.


The lowdown

One of the most interesting features of this new Dell tablet is the screen; literally, because the 12 inch screen now accepts input via touch- something that others in the tablet category have not ventured into. For users who are into computing and use graphs often, a touchscreen interface would definitely boost the usability of the tablet.

For all its formidable size, the Latitude XT is considerably more power-friendly and more power-efficient than its older counterparts because Dell has made it a point to introduce low-power processors. This is a notable feature, since most tablets are known for power hungry processors that so to speak, “run at full steam”.

The specifications for the processors available are the following:

• 1 Ghz Intel Core Duo Solo
• 1 Ghz Intel Core Duo 2 Duo

The Latitude XT can be upgraded to support up to 3 gigabytes of random access memory or RAM. As for the kind of storage that this tablet can handle, the baseline is 40 gigabytes to around 120 gigabytes. For those who want figures that are between these two extremes, solid state hard drives are up for grabs in 32 and 64 gigabyte increments, respectively.

The power of the Altitude XT

For many tablet users (especially the ones who are used to inexpensive, non-branded assemblies), the battery life is usually one of the sore points of having a heavy laptop especially with a screen as wide as the Altitude XT.

Dell has remedied this problem by integrating a 9-cell battery that would provide enough steam for this tablet to work overtime- for up to more than ten hours a day. That kind of power is unheard of in other energy-efficient laptops, which can only last for as long as four hours at a time.

While it is possible to install other operating systems into the Latitude XT (Linux Ubuntu, and so on), Dell recommends the latest versions of Windows Vista for this particular machine. Since it is designed to be a business-oriented machine, Altitude XT can handle most memory intensive tasks that are associated with the following operating systems:

1. Windows Vista Business Edition
2. Windows Vista Ultimate Edition

These two operating systems are known for being hardware, software and memory intensive, perfect for a Latitude XT laptop.

DELL LATITUDE E4200 REVIEW

Latitude E4200 from the Dell – Served with a colorful thought

One of our favourite notebooks in this grouping was the E4200, habitually for the reason that it came in an assortment of colors’, including pink. That's not all it has going for it, though, its 12-inch display means its diminutive, it weighs less than 1Kg and it'll approach with all manner of chilly ways to connect to the Internet: 3G, Wi-Max, 802.11n Wi-Fi. It's accessible for roughly £1,200, based on where you glance.

Design
Like the majority of the small notebooks, the E4200 has certain attractiveness about it. It's not as dinky and huggable as a Netbook, but its framework measures a diminutive 291mm by 204mm by 20mm and has a beginning weight of just 1Kg with the 4-cell battery. It's not entirely baby-fied, though the top has a brushed metal terminate, which makes it emerge to some extent more grown-up than a few of its rivals.

Performance
We're very keyed up by the Latitude E4200. It's nice-looking, has outstanding wireless capabilities and has a specific air of 'cool' about it, which is an extraordinary attribute in a business notebook. Its 12-inch screen means its little it weighs less than 1Kg and it'll come with all approach of ways to bond to the Internet: 3G, Wi-Max, and 802.11n Wi-Fi.
The E4200 is one of the 1st Dells to trait Dell Latitude ON. This is a quick-boot graphical user interface that provides you access to serious features like a Web browser, Microsoft Exchange data, images and extra. As with Asus' Express Gate system, it initiates in a matter of seconds and makes an enormous substitute to booting Windows Vista.

While the E4200 has outstanding wireless connectivity, its wired connectivity isn't all it could have been. It has just 2 USB ports, which is a tad rubbish considering numerous smaller notebooks have at least 3. It's not the end of the world, though: one of the USB ports couples as an E-SATA port, while the other is similar in temperament with Power Share technology. This means it'll charge your USB devices a mobile phone, for example. Over USB, even if the notebook is switched off. You also dig up a D-Sub video port, not obligatory Display port connector, and 4-pin Fire wire.

Overall
We're very keyed up by the Latitude E4200. It's gorgeous, has outstanding wireless capabilities and has a specific air of 'cool' about it, which is an extraordinary trait in a business notebook.

Pros
+ Dimension and mass;
+ Styling;
+ USB enabled with Power Share technology.

Cons
- Restricted storage thanks to the solid state hard drives.

Value For Money

Our Rating

DELL LATITUDE E6400 REVIEW

Pick ‘n’ Choose from DELL – The E6400

The much alleged Dell Latitude E series come into views that it's close to let loose. This weekend the Latitude E6400 ruggedized adaptation laptop proved up on Dell.com where it's in reality configurable and accessible for obtain.

Design
Dell has specified more concentration to the approach of the new-fangled variants and the E6400 has more personality than its precursor. The preliminary thought on picking up the E6400 is that it not presently feels rock-hard but is rock-solid. Dell has not picked for the admired cram shape and the breadth is almost unvarying. The paint finish is neither lusterless nor shiny finish but somewhere in stuck between. The display flipside has a brushed metal finish to append a little style.

Performance
Deciding on the arrangement is fraction of the fun with trading a Dell. I determined the P8600 was at the right summit of the performance-value curve. I'm not into 3D games so I favored the lower power utilization of the Intel GPU. The LED backlit WXGA+ display was a must while the backlit keyboard will most likely appear handy when I'm working somewhere where there's a power cut. The 160GB HDD was the most excellent alternative on Dell's capability/presentation/value curve (I've by now got a 320GB HDD which I'll budge over). 1GB RAM seemed the most excellent pricing choice since I could get 2GB in a different place for the cost of Dell's 1GB upgrade. I opted for the Express Card slot in view of the fact that I could, if required; get an adaptor to be capable to utilize my old PC cards. I required a microphone and on the UK design the microphone and webcam come collectively.

Device Manager reveals the display as LPL0140 (LG-Philips - is this the similar panel as in the T400?). At full intensity it is stunning and my 1st notion is that this screen is well worth the additional cost. The optical drive is a super-slim 9.5mm (3/8") chunky unit with an SATA connector. I selected for the DVD burner and the abounding drive was a SATA PLDS (Philips Liteon) DU-8A2S. It has the complete set of DVD burning amenities. The 2 big grilles each on either side of the keyboard advocate a liberal loudspeaker stipulation. However, closer examination divulges that the surface finish is mostly enhancing with one diminutive (about 12mm or 0.5") speaker on either side having to do all the labor.

Overall
Dell sharpened our appetites for the innovative E-series Latitudes through a few "leaks" at the internet portals and blogs in March 2008. Among the features which wedged my attention were the 14.1" WXGA+ LED backlit exhibit, a target entry mass of 2kg (4.25lb), an eSATA port and a backlit keyboard. Overall now when the product materializes it still drives the same feeling of contend throughout. Think and decide the combo you need.

Pros
+ Loads of options in configurations
+ Test unit quick and snappy
+ Real handy display

Cons
- Design not all that modern
- Typical Dell old house

Value For Money

Our Rating

LATITUDE D430 BY DELL - REVIEW

Dell Latitude D430 – Old baby with new attitude comes loaded with U7700

The Dell Latitude D430 is Dell's present ultraportable contribution that features Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) Intel processors and a swarm of other technologies in order to generate one of the nominal 12.1" machines that still uphold a reputable amount of battery life and computing influence.

Design
Business laptops are believed to be the top-of-the-line notebooks, with the uppermost build quality and top notch hold up. My last 3 laptops (including the original D430) were all high quality laptops, and I anticipate the best. The screen building is also imposing, but not as much as the framework' construction. As with most notebook screens, the screen can be warped a little bit ... but not virtually as much as other notebooks I have encountered.
Performance
The U7700 is the whole cause for this review. My old D430 and new-fangled D430 had the same precise specifications; apart from that the U7700 is now obtainable in the D430. The U7700 is Intel's newest dual core Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) processor, running at a chipper 1.33GHz speed.

As of this script, only one single-core edition of this processor is accessible on the D430 - the U2100 which is a single core 1.06GHz processor. It is ill-fated that Dell continues to proffer a 1.06GHz single core, for the reason that at one point a 1.2GHz single core was obtainable that performed a little superior at the similar price.

While single core processors are mainly an obsolete technology, ultraportable laptops can still take pleasure in the benefits of less heat in the notebook. I used to think that the single core edition of the D430 notebook had better battery, but after testing the battery life on the D430 I am flabbergasted to report the battery life of the dual-core is essentially better than that of the single core adaptation. At this summit, it is secure to say that the single core adaptation of the D430 is no longer a good asset as the dual core ULV processors are not that hot. The frame of the D430 is diminutive and cannot squander much heat, and there is only one tiny fan inside of the laptop directly next to or on top of the processor. The solitary air vent is not very wide either. But they do labor, and work in good health, while the U7700 is stressing the system.
Conclusion
The Dell D430 has made some considerable improvements with the dual-core energize of the laptop. Driver quality, one of my major complaints that could ever be enhanced upon, has evidently improved! While the dual-core version does at times get a little hotter, there is a perceptible improvement in battery life and speeds that I am glad to see in this sculpt.

Pros
+ Essential configuration of D430 is plethora of power and reasonably priced.
+ Framework is very well built, LCD bezel is reasonably strong.
+ Outstanding keyboard and mouse pad.
+ Portability/small size, but still being commanding enough for reasonably intensive tasks.

Cons
- Ambient light sensor is not very practical for me.
- Wi-Fi switch is insignificant.
- Viewing angles are not the best.
- Peripheral DVD drive.

Value For Money

Our Rating

LATITUDE XT2 IS THE SUCCESSOR TO XT?

Dell plans to launch an update to the Latitude XT later this year in November. It will be based on Intel’s Centrino2 “Montevina” platform with some form of Intel ULV or LV CPU and new UMA graphics with full sustain for Vista's aero graphical user interface. The first series of XT featured integrated Radeon X1250 mobile IGP.

Initial reports suggest that the Latitude XT2 will incorporate an ultra-thin optical drive directly in the notebook. So, users don't have to shell out for the optional Media Base. There are no changes in the 12.1" form factor and the WXGA panel screen. In addition, Dell plans to drop out 1 USB 2.0 port of the 3 in XT to make room for an eSATA port for external HDDs enabling easy mass data transfer. Nice addition. Hope this continues to become the newest trend in more notebooks soon.

DELL LATITUDE XT TABLET PC REVIEW

Dell has finally ventured into the Tablet PC market with the release of the Latitude XT. There was a lot of hype and speculation around this release, is the Dell Going to cope with all the hype it has created? Let’s sneak in to reveal it.

Design
The Latitude XT has a brawny chassis. The design is rock-solid and it has that business plea all around it, which we know it is marketed toward, especially at the given price tag. It is an all black, but has a classy brushed aluminum finish on the lid and inside. It hides fingerprints and dirt like a pro. Weighing at jus a little over 3 pounds, it is easy to carry around in tablet mode and continue travel with it. Dell didn't cheap out on any component of the design, even the pen has a distinctive square shape and it is very functional too.

Performance
The XT isn't built to be the fastest or most powerful tablet PC up market. It is made for the business class market. It equips itself running on a ULV Core 2 Duo 1.2GHz processor and has a memory of 120GB hard drive. By no means is it slow though. XT boots up moderately fast and it can handle office tasks with ease.

XT has a 12.1" WXGA (1280 x 800) display. The screen is very impressive. I like the fact that it looks like a standard laptop. The LED backlit tap screen is bright, has vibrant colors and almost no graininess, which is excellent because you find graininess on all tablets. The LED backlit decision also saves on battery life, another bonus.

Dell is the 1st to launch the N-trig touch technology on a Tablet PC as well. The XT has a good capacitive touch screen, so taking notes with the pen and using your finger are both easy ways to pilot and use your tablet. You don't get stuck with that reflexive touch screen that only allows you to use the pen for writing and your finger for booting applications.

As for noise, this is never an issue with the XT. The only noise this tablet PC spurted is when the fan kicked on and off, which was never that loud. The speaker shouts out at a good sound quality and got pretty loud voice too.

Overall
The XT comes with a nice arrangement of ports and has plenty of optional accessories. The slice battery offers it all day power and the Media Base gives you an optical drive and more ports then I could ever utilize. It seems Dell is already talking about updating the XT by November 2008 as well.
Pros
+ Dual touch technology
+ LED backlit screen
+ Solidly build keyboard
+ Solid pen with pressure sensitive nibs and a distinctive shape
+ Great battery life with the all new slice battery
+ Tons of accessory options which is really cool.

Cons
- Dull design, but business like (Not the regular tablets way)
- Expensive

Value For Money

Our Rating

DELL LATITUDE D430 OVERVIEW

Dell Latitude D430 is one laptop with extremely good features. The Processor is Intel Core 2 Duo U7600 1.2 GHz and the operating system finds the better applications in the processor. The Mainboard is Intel 945GMS and the memory is a commendable one ranging to 1024 MB, PC2-4200, 266 MHz. The graphics options are great and all the praise to the Graphics adapter, which is Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 950 – MB. The main component of the laptop that act as the refection is the Display that ranges to 12.1 Zoll 16:10 with the resolution of 1200x800 pixel and it is bot glossy. The Harddisk is Samsung PZA064 SSD, 64GB and the Soundcard is an appreciable SigmaTel STAC9200.

The Connections of this version of Dell has 1 PC-Card, 3 USB, 1 Firewire, 1 VGA, V.92 Modem, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port and Card Reader of SD-memory cards,. The size of the notebook in height x width x depth (in mm) dimensions is 2.0 - 2.4 x 21.3 x 29.2. The notebook that weighs 1.488 kg has the 42 Wh Lithium-Ion, 11.1 V battery that has a good life span. The Operating System that works well with the processor is Microsoft Windows XP Professional 32 Bit. The Additional feature is it is got an external drive in DBay.

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DELL LATITUDE D600

Dell D600 is a standard and corporate look laptop. The customer service is excellent and the performance is superior. The software is preferential. The very important features that are ought not to be missed are given below.

The system works with Intel Pentium M Processor 1.40GHz (1MB cache) with XGA or SXGA+ LCD. There arte other options regarding the later part. The available Operating System Versions are Microsoft Windows XP series. The cache is 1MB on-die L2 cache and the chipset is Intel 855PM Chipset. The system is capable of holding the memory of Double Date Rate (DDR) SDRAM at 266MHz (PC2100) and the standard 128MB to the Maximum 2.0GB. The display always plays an important role in the system. It is 14.1 inches SXGA+ TFT LCD with the resolution of 1400 x 1050 x 16.7 pixels. The Hard Disk Drives ranges are 30GB EIDE/ATA-100; 40GB EIDE/ATA-100; 60GB EIDE/ATA-100; 80GB EIDE/ATA-100.The Wireless LAN is Intel’s PRO Wireless 2200 WLAN (802.11b/g) MiniPCI. Also available is the standard compatible standard Wi-Fi. PC slots are either of the two types. Power Supply is from a 65-Watt AC adapter with cord wrapping. The system dimensions are as follows 30.8mm/1.2” (h) x 315mm/12.4” (w) x 256.5mm/10.1” (d). The weight of the system is 2.12kg with a 4 cell battery.

DELL LATITUDE E-SERIES TO BE EXPOSED

Dell the pioneer of laptop industry has recently exposed Dell Latitude E-Series on Internet. It was actually long waited and soon-to-be-announced series from Dell. The features are pretty impressive; you get 14.1-inch / 4.25 pound and 15.4-inch / 5 pound version of wide screen resolution with WXGA and WXGA associated with LED backlit display options. In addition, it offers some of the common internal attached features such as Expect DisplayPort, eSATA, good amount of USB ports, and desktop or ExpressCard slots in higher models notebook. With the variation of 12-inch and 13.3 inch display, it is certainly a good idea to go for.

DELL LATITUDE D430 REVIEW

Dell's latest offering in the ultraportable market, this 12.1” is the smallest notebook around and uses the ultra low voltage processors by Intel

Design
The notebook is super light yet has that awesome build which assures you of its strength. It uses magnesium alloy for the chassis, and a strong plastic material for the outer casing. The frame is very nice, and only little flex could be observed on the palm rest, which has the battery underneath it. The screen is a 12.1” WXGA with a maximum resolution of 1280x800. The screen color quality is high and the images are very neatly produced but the viewing angles are vertically bad and average horizontally. An additional feature is the ambient light sensor in the screen, which makes the screen adjust its brightness according to the surroundings. The inclusion of a full-size keyboard in this notebook is a plus, and the keyboard and touchpad both are really good in response. The laptop includes a PCMCIA slot, SD Card slot , headphone, microphone jacks on left and power switch and WiFi toggle switch on the right. The rear has the Ethernet, modem, 2 USB, Firewire, VGA and the Adapter jack.

Performance
The notebook utilizes the power of the Ultra low voltage processors like U1400 core solo and can be changed to Core-2-Duo. 1GB RAM, 80GB Hard drive and onboard graphics completing the specs, this one is an average performer only. Managing a score of 1454 in PCMark 05 and 384 in 3DMark 05, this notebook can multi-task well but you will not be able to use it for even casual gaming. The battery life is decent, with average lasting 3 hours and on better power saving features, it can easily last 4+ hours.

Conclusion
The laptop is good enough for business purposes, but not very good if you consider entertainment or heavy applications. But nevertheless, it has got a good performance-price aspect.

Pros
+ Excellent design
+ Superb keyboard and touchpad

Cons
- Graphics performance suffers
- Location of connectivity ports is not very good at rear

Value For Money

Our Rating