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    New XPS Duo 12 (All the Windows 8 bases inside)

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Frenchris, Aug 30, 2012.

  1. Frenchris

    Frenchris Notebook Consultant

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    Ok, it' has been announced this morning :

    Dell XPS Duo 12 - Laptops - CNET Reviews

    In a press event at IFA 2012 in Berlin today, Dell unveiled three new models in its XPS series. In the process, the company took several veiled swipes at Apple and borrowed a trick or two from Microsoft’s playbook.

    The new devices, all with 10-point touchscreen capability, cover the three categories that will be a staple for new Windows 8 hardware this fall: an ARM-powered Windows RT convertible, an Intel i5-based refresh for the flip-screen Dell Duo, and a 27-inch all-in-one powerhouse with a quad-HD screen.

    Sam Burd, Global VP of Dell’s Personal Computing Product Group, echoed Microsoft’s messaging with this introduction: "We have thoughtfully stepped back and reimagined every aspect of what makes a PC."


    Dell covers all the Windows 8 bases with new XPS models | ZDNet
     
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  2. Tabris

    Tabris Notebook Consultant

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    So, is the current generation of XPS laptops now redundant, assuming the next batch will follow suit?
     
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  3. MSGaldenzi

    MSGaldenzi Notebook Deity

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    So far the Duo 12 seems like my pick of the convertibles that are soon to hit the market. I remember the pic of this that popped up almost 6 months ago, nice to finally see it IRL.
     
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    The Muffin Man Notebook Consultant

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    The Duo 12 looks to be the closest thing to an XPS 13 refresh. Almost identical look only with a flip-out screen and touch capability. Similar ports, keyboard, everything. And it's Full HD, which is a significant improvement.

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    The Muffin Man, Aug 30, 2012
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    booboo12 Notebook Prophet

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    I'm so glad the Duo design's made a comeback. :p

    This might be my next pc
     
    booboo12, Sep 3, 2012
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