Previously, the market is filled with six supertipis laptop vendor that the majority of Asia, namely Acer, ASUS, Lenovo, Toshiba, Samsung, and Hewlett-Packard.
Although it came too late, Dell is optimistic to compete. Moreover, the Dell XPS 13 has a myriad of advantages, namely in terms of design and performance.
"Better late than not go at all," said Ferdinand Hima, Sales Director, Commercial Business Dell Indonesia, at the launch of the Dell XPS 13 in Jakarta, Friday, April 13th last.
Dell does not want to rush to play in the market ultrabook. Because, they want to see in advance what competitors offer.
This strategy makes the market monitor Dell hopes to fill a variety of deficiencies that exist in other ultrabook.
In addition, said Ferdinand, Dell did not see the market share becomes a priority, but profitable targets are preferred.
"If a large market share, but do not generate profits in vain," said Ferdinand. Because of that, Dell has always bring quality products.
Dell sees strong demand from consumers and businesses to the XPS 13. "This is the ultimate mobile device," said Pieter Lydian, Managing Director of Dell Indonesia.
There are three main factors into consideration in presenting a ultrabook Dell, the design, mobility, and performance.
Design
Physical appearance is different than the Dell XPS 13 other ultrabook. Although the screen is 13 inches, the body such as the XPS 13 laptop 11 inches. More petite.
The secret, XPS 13 adopted the concept of edge-to-edge with a razor-thin bezel, which is the thin edge of the screen so the screen is 13 inches into the casing 11 inches.
Tempo was holding the body and feel the XPS 13 is wrapped aluminum. Feels solid. Curved corners and elegant impression.
While the lower section made of carbon fiber. This material is commonly used in Formula 1 racing cars and space vehicles. Strong and lightweight.
"Carbon Fiber ultrabook not quickly make hot lap though when worn long," said Felix Ignatius Tanumihardja, Brand Manager of Dell Consumer Indonesia.
In order to view XPS 13 does not look "dirty", Dell did not install any unnecessary stickers on the bottom. This makes the impression of a minimalist and elegant awake.
When the cover is opened, lay a row chiclet keyboard. The shape is slightly curved with prominent accent and the distance between the keys is quite wide.
Interestingly, this type backlit keyboard lights up when alias used in the dark. It is not in other similar ultrabook.
Another advantage is the use of Corning Gorilla Glass for over 13-inch screen. Usually a layer of glass is only used in smart phones.
"Mobile phones use Gorilla Glass is scratch because it is often out of pocket. XPS 13 also wear it as a strong but lightweight, "said Felix.
Dell XPS 13 quite thin. Thickness of only 18 millimeters in the rear and 6 millimeters in the front or the thinnest.
Mobility
The use of lighter and stronger materials is not without reason. For, the Dell XPS 13 is made for professionals with high levels of mobility.
That is why, the use of Gorilla Glass, carbon fiber and aluminum to make XPS 13 dijinjing lightweight and comfortable. Weighs only 1.36 pounds.
Four icons Dell, Bara Pattiradjawane chef, artist Pevita Pearce, designer Leonard Theosabrata, Indy Barends and presenters who attended the event claimed XPS 13 is ultrabook that support their careers.
"Because we are very mobile professionals, Dell XPS 13 is very helpful. There are thousands of recipes that I put in this ultrabook, "said Pattiradjawane.
Performance
In terms of performance, the Dell XPS 13 can be counted on to friends at work or entertainment. Pevita, for example, was impressed with the screen high definition 720p.
"I can enjoy favorite movie on this ultrabook. The pictures are very sharp and bright, "said Pevita.
Dell XPS 13 uses Intel's Smart Connect, which is always new content, such as e-mail, like push e-mail in Microsoft Outlook, and update applications, such as RSS feeds, if there is a Wi-Fi.
Most interestingly, the combination of solid state drive and Intel Rapid Start technology makes the process of booting from sleep condition only 1 second.
Yes, just 1 second to come back on. Ultrabook fastest type is 2 seconds. "What's the secret, it is our secret," said Felix.
On the inside, Dell buried second-generation Intel Core i5 2467M. The platform used is Windows 7 Professional.
Capacity up to 4GB of RAM with 256 GB solid state drive. Video graphics Intel HD 3000. 1.3 MP camera is equipped with dual digital array microphones.
For connectivity, the Dell XPS 13 is quite complete. On the right side there is the mini display port, USB 3.0, USB 2.0, as well as the key indicator for the battery. On the left side there are plug charger, USB, and earphone. The start button on the side of the keyboard on the top left corner.
From the audio side, the Dell XPS 13 is equipped with high definition audio. Dell embed technology in laptop Waves MaxxAudio 4 supertipis this.
Service
Dell Dell owners pamper their computers, including the XPS 13, a groundbreaking post-sale, namely the Home Support Onsite service.
This service is free. Dell will endeavor to complete service within one day of work in place.
"Not only at home, but can also in offices, malls, campuses, or anywhere, as long as it has made an appointment in advance," said Ferdinand.
For warranty, Dell also made a breakthrough. If the warranty is usually only be done on-site service, Dell provides an easy extension via the website.
The trick, just buy the warranty card and enter the code in the card into Dell's official site. Automatic direct warranty period increases.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Intel Core i5 2467M
- The original Microsoft Windows 7 Professional
- 13.3-inch HD WLED screen, 300 nit (1366 x 768) 720p, edge-to-edge hardened Corning Gorilla Glass
- Capacity 256 GB SSD drive store with Intel Rapid Start
- Memory 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM, 1333 MHz
- Video graphics Intel HD 3000
- Full-size, backlit chiclet keyboard
- 1.3 MP Webcam (H.264 enabled via Skype) with dual digital array microphones
- Plated aluminum body with carbon fiber base
- Glass integrated touch-pad button to support multi-gesture
- Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6230 802.11 a / g / n and Bluetooth 3.0 wireless connectivity
- USB 3.0 (1) + USB 2.0 with PowerShare, mini DisplayPort, and headset jack
- High definition Audio with Waves MaxxAudio 4
- 47WHr 6-cell batteries last up to 8 hours, 53 minutes, 45 W AC adapter
- The dimensions of the very thin 6 mm, 18 mm in the thickest
- Weight 1.36 kg
- Price from U.S. $ 1,599
Business-Friendly Features Dell XPS 13
- Dell ProSupport. Business for Dell customers and IT professionals with technical support on-site and remote hardware and software.
- Trusted Module Pltaform. Offers the user and system security with BitLocker Data Encryption for network-based client computing.
- Configuration Services. Include modifications to the BIOS settings, image loading, asset tags and apply before the expedition....
