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    Mini 9 dead?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Isend2C, May 29, 2009.

  1. Isend2C

    Isend2C Notebook Deity

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    I just went on the Dell website and I think that they stopped producing the Mini 9. I suppose that the Mini 10v has replaced it now... If I'm not mistaken, that's the first netbook to die. (apart from the never good cloudbook and first gen eee's)

    I always thought that system was a cute little one. I was attracted to it for some reason. I'm sorry to see it go. I wish they offered more HDD / SSD space though.
     
    Isend2C, May 29, 2009
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  2. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Yes, it's pretty much gone, gone and going...

    See this thread:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=385604

    It is a great Netbook. I've had mine for a bit of time..and I bring it nearly everywhere with me...Hence, loving that portability!

    And, yes this is the first Netbook for Dell to be eliminated.. :(

    You, can still get it at the Outlet..for some really great deals! ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', May 29, 2009
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  3. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    I imagine Dell figured that a 9" netbook just wasn't worth it anymore, since they now have two different 10" models, both of which are significantly more powerful than the Mini 9 ever was. They probably also noted the fact that the difference between 9" and 10" isn't much to the naked eye. :p

    Also, as Cin' pointed out in the other thread, Dell still offers a 9" netbook in the forum of the Vostro A90, from the Small Business section of their website, similarly built and similarly priced to the late Mini 9.
     
    Mastershroom, May 30, 2009
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  4. allfiredup

    allfiredup Notebook Virtuoso

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    When they rolled out the Mini 10v a few weeks back, I saw this coming....

    A few months ago, several sources were saying that the Mini 12 was being discontinued. I'm sure it probably will give way to an 11.6" model soon, but it's still here for now...

    I wonder if the Vostro A90 will soldier on as the lone 8.9" model? Or will the Mini 10v see duty as a Vostro instead? Then there's the Latitude 2100...
     
    allfiredup, May 30, 2009
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  5. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    They do plan to replace the Mini 12 with an 11" model, if their leaked roadmap is to be believed. And the Latitude 2100 is meant to be a kid-friendly learning notebook, although I suppose there's probably not too much difference.
     
    Mastershroom, May 30, 2009
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  6. Cin'

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    It's a for sure gone..noticed last night and double checked this morning.
    Well, those of us that have it..now have the *first Classic Dell Netbook*, and for me a fine one it is! :D

    So, I'm sure the sales of the Mini 10 & 10v will increase..that being the 10" is the stronghold as a Netbook in today's market!!!


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', May 30, 2009
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  7. guillakunst

    guillakunst Notebook Guru

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    I like that line " first Classic Dell Netbook".

    It may be gone, but it will not be forgotten :)
     
    guillakunst, May 30, 2009
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  8. allfiredup

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    Of course, it will live on in the Dell Outlet indefinitely.....and starts at $249 at the moment! Not too bad.
     
    allfiredup, May 30, 2009
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  9. Cin'

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    Thanks :D...It will never be forgotten! I won't let it.. ;) :eek:

    I was so uber' excited when the Mini 9 was set to be released..and I remember waiting *patiently* for my Cherry Red color...Aaaah :D

    And, yes the Outlet will continually sell... :) A good thing.


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', May 30, 2009
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  10. allfiredup

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    Have you seen the new Cherry Red Vostro models??? I love them...then again, Black and Red are my colors (UGA)...even the upholstery in my car is black and red checks! :cool:
     
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  11. Cin'

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    Yes, I have...they are very *sweet* :D I fully approve! HAHA! :D :p :cool:
    I've been looking at the Vostro line...cuz I've got the new purchase *bug* :)

    (Black & Red are 2 great colors... :D I bet your car looks really cool)! :cool:


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', May 30, 2009
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  12. allfiredup

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    The Vostro 1320 is SWEET! If it had an LED display, I'd be all over that!
     
    allfiredup, May 30, 2009
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  13. Cin'

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    Oh yes it is! :D I'm on my search for the 13", and I like Dell..so they need to *snap to it* and bring out a few more 13" models for us! :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', May 30, 2009
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  14. poison7fl

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    For the price and specs, the Mini 10 just beat out the 9 hands down.
     
    poison7fl, Jun 1, 2009
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  15. allfiredup

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    Well, on the consumer side there's the Inspiron 13, XPS M1330 (not for much longer) and the Studio XPS 13....oh yeah, and the Adamo 13!

    The business side has the Vostro 1320 and Latitude E4300.

    The Inspiron 13 will be updated/replaced very soon...it'll be a twin to the Vostro 1320, I bet. Hopefully they'll put an LED display in it and offer it in RED! :D
     
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  16. peli_kan

    peli_kan Notebook Evangelist

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    RIP Dell mini 9.

    I'm glad that I got one in time. Perhaps they'll increase in worth now? :O
     
    peli_kan, Jun 1, 2009
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    Jayayess1190 Waiting on Intel Cannonlake

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    Jayayess1190, Jun 2, 2009
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  18. Luke1708

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    at least you people with the dell mini 9 know that you have netbooks which could be sold to collectors for a high value in the future!!lol :D :D
     
    Luke1708, Jun 2, 2009
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  19. Cin'

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    What a mighty fine collectors item my Cherry Red will make! :D
    :nah: I will still use it...But, the best thing is that I have
    *Dell's First Classic Netbook*, along with all the other I9 owners! :cool:


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Jun 2, 2009
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  20. flatsix911

    flatsix911 Notebook Evangelist

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    It's back again ... Dell Mini 9 makes surprise reappearance on Dell's website

    http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?c=us&cs=19&l=en&oc=DNCOXM2&s=dhs

    Dell must have had to sell out their remaining stock or they were so popular that they decided to keep them available as long as people were buying.
    You can pick your version of the truth... ;)

    [​IMG]

     
    flatsix911, Aug 9, 2009
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