Dell XPS 13 now available

MANILA, Philippines - Dell’s highly anticipated, award-winning XPS 13 laptop is now available in the Philippines.

Widely acclaimed for its superb craftsmanship, stylish design and durability, the Dell XPS 13 features uncompromising performance, extended battery life and Intel Rapid Start and Smart Connect Technology.

Loaded with a choice of either an Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processor and a fast solid state drive, XPS 13 has truly made its way to the limelight.

Build and design

The XPS 13 is one of the newest additions to the ultrabook category with its aluminum, magnesium and carbon fiber construction and 13-inch screen. It takes up less space on your desk.

The top screen cover is precision cut from a single block of aluminum. This not only makes the XPS 13 look nice, but it also gives the otherwise vulnerable screen some much-needed protection.

The sizeable palm rests beneath the keyboard are made of magnesium and covered with soft touch paint. The lower half of the chassis is made of a carbon fiber composite to help keep the weight down and prevent heat transfer from the internal components to your lap.

The bottom half of the XPS 13 is well sealed. Weighing less than three pounds, the XPS 13 deftly combines leading-edge craftsmanship, high-performance computing, and thoughtful design into one of the most compact 13-inch products in its class.

With its razor-thin bezel, the XPS 13 maintains a footprint similar to an 11-inch product and features bonded Corning Gorilla glass for exceptional durability; a unique, cool-to-the-touch carbon fiber base; and full-size, backlit keyboard for utmost productivity.

The XPS 13 is one of the first systems with Intel Smart Connect Technology, which consistently updates its content. A solid state drive and Intel Rapid Start Technology allow the XPS 13 to boot in seconds, providing almost instant access, saving time and battery.

Screen and speakers

The screen of the Dell XPS 13 is a 13.3-inch display. The resolution is impressive with 1366 x 768.

On the bright side, the screen on the XPS 13 is covered in Corning Gorilla glass for additional protection and won’t leave a mark when bumped to any surface. The screen is also a glossy surface and may create reflections under strong lights.

The built-in speakers on the XPS 13 are superb for such a thin and light laptop. The stereo speakers are located on the left and right sides of the notebook. The audio comes out of the vent holes in the bottom of the notebook. Headphones or external speakers can be connected to the single audio jack.

Keyboard and touchpad

The full-size, backlit chiclet-style keyboard is soft, well-cushioned feedback and a simple layout with the individual black keys and keyboard. This kind of finish prevents the fingerprint smudges common to laptops with glossy keyboards.

The bright backlit keyboard is helpful to see in a dark room or in a dimly lit room. This feature sets the XPS 13 apart from the others. There is minimal backlight bleed around the edges of each key. Glass integrated button touchpad has multi-gesture support.

The XPS 13 also comes with Premier Microsoft Genuine Windows 7 Professional Service Package.

The Dell XP 13 is priced starting at P59,900. It is available at all authorized resellers nationwide.