Dell INSPIRON Mini

INSPIRON Mini 9
8.9” Display
Starting at 2.28 lbs

INSPIRON Mini 10
10.1" Display
Starting at 2.86 lbs

INSPIRON Mini 12
12.1” Display
Starting at 2.72 lbs

Dell Scores a Perfect 10 with Its Latest Addition to the Inspiron Mini Family

Dell launched the Inspiron Mini 10, a mini-notebook that adds keyboard comfort and even more entertainment-friendly dimensions to the Inspiron Mini family. Like the Inspiron Mini 9 and Mini 12, the Mini 10 is a compact, easy-to-carry Internet companion featuring wireless and entertainment capabilities to help keep kids, tweens, teens, travelers and “Tweeters” chatting, blogging, streaming content, sharing photos, watching videos and more.

• Ample Keyboard – 92 percent of full size
• Video-Friendly Screen – 10.1-inch “Edge-to-Edge” 16:9 Widescreen Display
• QVC Shoppers Get First Look

The Mini 10 is scheduled to debut for advance orders today on QVC at 9 p.m. (EST). A full Mini 10 overview is available at Dell.com, and the system will be available for purchase directly from Dell in the U.S. and other countries beginning Feb. 26.

Products and services like the Inspiron Minis, the Wasabi handheld wireless printer and the Dell Design Studio are redefining value, personalization and customization for connected mobile lifestyles.

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Features available today on the Inspiron Mini 10 include:

• Sleek design and starting weight of only 2.86 lbs.
• Roomy keyboard – 92 percent of full-size for comfort and ease of use.
• Multi-touch gestures touchpad – navigate the screen using simple movements to rotate, scroll and zoom documents and photos.
• 10.1” WSVGA “edge-to-edge” 16:9 widescreen display.
• HDMI output for enhanced entertainment connectivity
• Internal WiFi.
• Built-in Webcam.
• Windows XP.
• 1 GB RAM standard and 160GB hard drive, providing ample capacity for mobile applications, content creation
• Expanded color palette options to express your personal style: Obsidian Black, Alpine White, Cherry Red, Promise Pink, Ice Blue and Jade Green.
• Fully featured QVC configuration includes free shipping, a 4GB SD memory card and productivity software.
• Available in the U.S. on Dell.com beginning Feb. 26, with a starting price of $399.
• Also available online in other countries beginning Feb. 26.
• Dell Remote Access is designed to link directly to home-based digital materials from any Web-connected device.
• Dell offers exclusive online file storage – ranging from a free basic plan with 2GB of storage space to 100 GB – providing Inspiron Mini users with a simple way to manage their digital lives.

Mini 10 optional features planned for later this year include:

• Internal digital TV tuner, HD resolution and external USB DVD player options for an optimized video entertainment experience.
• Ubuntu and Vista operating systems.
• Bluetooth.
• WWAN.
• Internal GPS.
• 2 GB RAM.
• 250 GB hard drive.
• Solid state drives.
• Popular Design Studio images to express personal style.

Dell and AT&T Energize On-The-Go Lifestyles with Special Offer for Select $99 Inspiron Mini 9

Dell and AT&T Mobility announced a nearly irresistible offer that brings nationwide high-speed connectivity at an affordable price to the award-winning Inspiron Mini 9. Built-in mobile broadband on this compact, take-it-everywhere Internet buddy keeps you connected with friends, finds and Facebook

Through Jan. 31, 2009, digital nomads can purchase a select Inspiron Mini 9 that is regularly $449 for $99 after a $350 Dell mail-in rebate1 and the purchase of a qualifying two-year AT&T LaptopConnect agreement.

The Inspiron Mini 9 is a small, easy-to-carry Internet companion that can be tuned to fit your specific needs and deeds. Minis are ideal for teens, tweens, travelers and “Tweeters” to surf the Web, chat with friends, blog, upload photos or enjoy online videos, music and games.

AT&T offers the nation’s fastest 3G network in nearly 350 major U.S. metropolitan areas. AT&T Laptop Connect customers with a 2-year service agreement also enjoy free connectivity to the AT&T Wi-Fi network, the nation’s largest Wi-Fi network with thousands of hotspots across the country.

The News:
Inspiron Mini 9 with built-in mobile broadband capability regularly $449 is available for $99 after a $350 mail-in Dell rebate exclusively on Dell.com.
Requires the purchase of a two-year AT&T Laptop Connect agreement for $60 per month. Additional fees apply.

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“AT&T and Dell have come up with an attractive offer for a truly exciting connected device with AT&T mobile broadband built-in,” said Glenn Lurie, president of AT&T emerging devices. “Because it’s lightweight, well-featured and ultra-portable, the Inspiron Mini 9 makes mobile computing at home or on the go easier and more affordable. Match that with the nation’s fastest 3G network and this is a big win for consumers.”

“This promotion with AT&T comes at a remarkable time, as the demand for affordable broadband connectivity on mini notebooks like the Inspiron Mini 9 continues to skyrocket,” said Michael Tatelman, vice president, Dell global consumer sales and marketing. “The Mini 9 is designed specifically for mobile, hi-def lifestyles that require fast and reliable access to e-mail, social networking and Internet surfing, and this offer adds exceptional value to the equation.”

Dell Adds Eye Candy to Inspiron Mini Mix with Cherry Red, Pretty Pink and Tristan Eaton Designs

Dell launched eye-catching new colors and graphic designs for its Dell Inspiron Minis, putting an exclamation point on its design statement for the holidays. The new colors and designs available on the Inspiron Mini 9 and Mini 12 in the U.S. and Canada include Cherry Red, Pretty Pink and three images by urban artist and “designer toy” creator Tristan Eaton.

• Mini 9 and Mini 12 amp up personalization with attention-grabbing colors, designs
• Graphic designs from graffiti artist Tristan Eaton break new ground

Inspiron Minis are small, easy-to-carry Internet companions that can be tuned to fit your specific needs and deeds. Minis are ideal for teens, tweens, travelers and “Tweeters” to surf the Web, chat with friends, blog, stream content, upload photos or enjoy online videos, music and games.

The News

Since its unofficial debut in May, Cherry Red has been the most buzzed-about and highly anticipated color in the Mini palette.

Pretty Pink Minis follow in the stylish and coveted footsteps of the Flamingo Pink Inspiron and XPS laptops.

Tristan Eaton designed his first toy -- for Fisher-Price -- at age18, and has since become a driving force in the world of “designer toys.” He was the head designer for the influential Kidrobot brand and designed some of its most influential “art toys,” including Dunny and Munny. He currently is the President and Creative Director of Thunderdog Studios, a New York-based designer toy brand and creative agency.

Eaton joins Mike Ming, Joseph Amedokpo, Bruce Mau and Siobhan Gunning as contemporary artists reinterpreting the PC for a new generation.

About the Tristan Eaton Designs

“The Muse ” was inspired by Vienna Secession and Art Nouveau artist Gustav Klimt and his ability to create beauty with patterns and the female form.

“Stickers 1 ” and “Stickers 2 ” emulate the landscape of stickers you might see covering the bottom of a skateboard, the walls of CBGB’s or a lamppost in New York.
"The Muse" and "Stickers 1" each will be available in two color schemes.

Meet Your New Best Friend: Dell’s Inspiron Mini 9

Dell today officially unveiled the Inspiron Mini 9. This small, easy-to-carry device stands ready to connect teens, tweens, travelers and “Tweeters” to their online world be it surfing the Web, chatting with friends, blogging, streaming content, uploading photos or enjoying favorite online videos, music and games.

• Ideal Internet Buddy For Surfing, Shopping and Chatting
• Light, Highly Mobile Device Built For Easy Online Browsing And Entertainment
• Box.net Web Storage Keeps Your Personal Files Safe And Enables Anytime Access and Sharing
  

Buy Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Notebook Premium Double Memory Foam Pouch Case with Front Pocket (8.9 inch)

The Inspiron Mini is an affordable Internet companion that can be fine-tuned to fit users’ specific needs and deeds. It is available now on U.S., Japan and select countries in Europe. Availability elsewhere will be handled on a country -by-country basis.

Solid Construction & Connections

With a starting weight of 2.28 lbs., digital nomads will value the Inspiron Mini’s durable design, with sealed keyboard and reliable solid state drive (SSD) memory storage. A bright 8.9 inch glossy LED display (1024x600) presents most web pages with no left-right scrolling, and the keypads are large and easy to navigate. Standard built-in Wi-Fi means quick and easy wireless internet access to hotspots in the home, on campus, in a local coffee shop, in the office or at a conference. The Inspiron Mini can be further customized with optional technology like:

Built-in Webcam, bundled with Dell Video Chat, making it easy to stay in touch using video chat, recording and sending video emails, or even PC-to-PC phone calls around the world. DVC even supports four-way calling, making virtual family reunions a reality. Built-in Bluetooth for easy wireless connections to Bluetooth-enabled accessories like a pair of stereo headphones, a mouse, a printer, etc

Dell has teamed up with Box.net to offer exclusive web-based file storage, access and sharing to Inspiron Mini users, including a free Basic plan with 2GB of remote storage space, expandable to 25GB. Dell’s Inspiron Mini will include a direct link to a Dell-exclusive home page on Box.net ( www.box.net/dell), providing users with an easy way to add incremental online storage space to easily manage their digital lives. Individuals can safely and securely upload files of any type to their Box, including photos, videos, music, documents and presentations, and then access those files from almost anywhere on any device.

Box.net’s world-class service requires no software to download. With its OpenBox platform, Box.net enables people to edit documents and photos directly from their web-browser and post media to their blog or social networks, further enhancing the mobility and user experience on the Inspiron Mini.

Individual & Intuitive, Simple & Stylish

Individuals can personalize their Inspiron Mini with choice of colors – Obsidian Black or Alpine White – and interaction experience – optional Windows XP or Ubuntu 8.04 with custom Dell interface (coming soon). For those looking for a more traditional and familiar experience, the Inspiron Mini with Windows XP Home is available immediately starting at $399.

Inspiron Mini devices featuring an intuitive Dell-developed custom interface are expected to be available in a few weeks with a starting price of $349. The custom home screen is designed to make it easy to find what people are looking for. Intuitive icons link directly to groups of similar applications, like games, Web and entertainment, and favorite web links for quick access. Plus, the home screen can be personalized, putting your favorites front and center.

Finishing Touches

Dell provides a variety of service offerings and add-on options to help ensure devices are easy to use and maintain optimal performance, including:

Dell Support Center: Quickly access Dell service and support from an icon on your desktop that provides automated fixes, software upgrades and tools to help keep your system up-to-date and running efficiently. DellConnect Remote Assistance: Dell experts help diagnose and solve PC problems via an Internet connection (available only on Windows-based systems).