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While the Adamo brand might be dead, Dell's quest for the ultimate ultra-slim laptop is anything but buried. The boys from Tejas just let us in on their plans to unveil a new "ultra-slim" consumer laptop in April guaranteed to "excite and delight" with its "beauty and brawn." Naturally, the new slimster will be riding the reintroduced Cougar Point chipset and Sandy Bridge processors from Intel, as will some new Dell Inspiron systems on deck for an announcement next week. Of course, Dell will also be shipping Cougar Point options for business customers soon, including Sandy Bridge Latitude laptops, Optiplex desktops, and laptops and desktops from its Precision lineup. But hey, we know most of you are only interested in the ultra-slim and its "innovative new form factor." Read the calculated tease from Dell after the break.

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Dell ultra-slim laptop gets Cougar Point tease, Sandy Bridge Inspirons next week originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Mar 2011 08:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Sure, it was only about four months ago that Dell released its XPS 14, but unfortunately, those looking to snatch up the Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce 400M-powered laptop today will have a mighty hard time. Some keen-eyed tipsters noticed that Dell's 14-inch mainstream system was out of stock, and a quick call to one of our friends at Dell confirmed that the smallest version of the series won't actually be making a comeback. However, that's not because the system didn't sell well -- Dell maintains that it actually exceeded sales expectations. Considering it was a very aggressively priced rig that doesn't really surprise us, but why not bring it back? That's where things get interesting, and we'll give you Dell's exact quote on this one...
"With the transition to Sandy Bridge technology, we chose to re-focus our efforts on incorporating this feedback into future thin and light products launching later this year. Stay tuned!"
Yep, it seems like Dell is gearing up to bring some Adamo qualities back in to the XPS brand, which is actually what were told last year when the company killed off the Adamo brand altogether. We're staying tuned alright!

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Dell XPS 14 discontinued, will be replaced with something thinner and lighter originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpscore 2010Core2010dellDell XPS 14DellXps14discontinuedlaptoplaptopsXPSxps 14Xps14Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:59:00 EST<![CDATA[No more Adamo: Dell discontinues gorgeous but underpowered laptop]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/09/no-more-adamo-dell-discontinues-gorgeous-but-underpowered-lapto/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/09/no-more-adamo-dell-discontinues-gorgeous-but-underpowered-lapto/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/09/no-more-adamo-dell-discontinues-gorgeous-but-underpowered-lapto/#comments You had to know this day was coming. After aggressively discounting the Adamo 13 over the holidays and then again in the new year, Dell has finally given up on its eye-grabbing ultraportable and is instead focusing on getting you to buy its new gear. The Adamo's biggest hurdle to overcome has always been its wonky price-to-performance ratio, but we admit we're going to miss its ostentatiously thin design and high-minded aesthetics. You've got to hope Dell has something equally sharp-looking on its future roadmap, but don't despair if all you're after is an Adamo -- you should still be able to grab one for a bargain price at Dell's refurb outlet.

[Thanks, Daniel]

No more Adamo: Dell discontinues gorgeous but underpowered laptop originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 Feb 2011 07:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoaluminumdelldell adamoDellAdamodiscontinuationdiscontinuedlaptopthin and lightThinAndLightultraportableultrathinWed, 09 Feb 2011 07:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo now even cheaper, slightly less powerful]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/15/dell-adamo-now-even-cheaper-slightly-less-powerful/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/15/dell-adamo-now-even-cheaper-slightly-less-powerful/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/15/dell-adamo-now-even-cheaper-slightly-less-powerful/#comments It looks like Dell isn't quite sure what to do with Adamo. First, the MacBook Air competitor was bumped from Dell's marketing roster, then it was reduced from $999 to $899, and now it's got a price tag of $799. Unfortunately, the price isn't all Dell is slashing: last October the Adamo was sporting a 2.1GHz Core 2 Duo SL9600 processor and 4GB of DDR3-800 memory, now we're told it's functioning on a 1.4GHz Core Duo 2 SU9400 and 2GB of DDR3-800 (with no upgrade option that we can find). Everything else is basically the same for the little guy, and Dell's Adamo page still offers the suggestion, "Prepare to Fall in Love," but we're not entirely sure we're the ones who need convincing.

Dell Adamo now even cheaper, slightly less powerful originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Jan 2011 23:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo 13Adamo13delldell adamoDell Adamo 13DellAdamoDellAdamo13laptoplaptopsMacbookAirprice reduceprice reducedprice reductionprice reductionsPriceReducePriceReducedPriceReductionPriceReductionsSU9400thinthin and lightThinAndLightSat, 15 Jan 2011 23:07:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell's Adamo 13 ultraportable slips to $899, gets a spec bump]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/25/dells-adamo-13-ultraportable-slips-to-899-gets-a-spec-bump/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/25/dells-adamo-13-ultraportable-slips-to-899-gets-a-spec-bump/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/25/dells-adamo-13-ultraportable-slips-to-899-gets-a-spec-bump/#comments It's been awhile since we've heard any news from the Adamo camp, but for those looking to blow a bit of that Santa cash on something thin and light, the timing here couldn't possibly be better. Nearly 1.5 years after the 13-inch ultraportable was let loose -- for $1,999 and up, no less -- a new low-cost configuration has emerged at Dell's website. These days, $899 gets you a 0.65-inch thick machine, complete with a 13.4-inch WLED display (1366 x 768 resolution), 2.1GHz Core 2 Duo SL9600 processor, a 64-bit copy of Windows 7 Home Premium and 4GB of DDR3-800 memory. You'll also get a 128GB SSD, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR and a 40 WHr Lithium Polymer battery, and if you're down for spending a bit more, you can grab an internal mobile broadband module as well. Or, you know, you could wait and see what kind of treasures CES brings. Your call.

Dell's Adamo 13 ultraportable slips to $899, gets a spec bump originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Dec 2010 18:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We knew something was going on with Dell's branding with the resurrection of the XPS laptop line, and this morning we caught up with a few of the company's executives to learn all about the entire restructuring. As you can see above, there will now be three core brands -- Inspiron, XPS and Alienware -- all focusing on different "performance seekers." However, you'll notice that Adamo is nowhere to be found on that flow chart. Turns out, the sneaky disappearance of the Adamo XPS from Dell's site hasn't exactly been a coincidence -- it's completely killing off the premium brand and has actually tamped down volumes of the super thin machines. Now, that doesn't mean systems like the original Adamo and the Adamo XPS won't exist ever again as Dell VP Ed Boyd tells us similar products will be coming to the XPS line early next year. Simplifying the brands sure does make a lot of sense to us -- all the Adamo XPS, Studio XPS, Studio laptops have seriously confused us over the last couple of years -- but it's all part of a larger marketing campaign that will attempt to move Dell away from being a low cost brand and instead portray the company as providing choice -- a campaign Dell CMO Paul-Henri Ferrand told Reuters will ultimately cost hundreds of millions of dollars. We look forward to seeing what you've got Dell, but all we know is that we're finally going to say the following words with affirmation: "rest in peace, Adamo."

Dell marketing makeover simplifies brands, kills off Adamo altogether originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dell's product placement deal with CBS apparently doesn't stipulate whether its gadgets will be used for good or evil, as illustrated by their cameo appearances on the network's NCIS:LA crime drama. In last night's episode, lead do-gooder Special Agent Callen is seen preparing a Streak tabletphone for some audio recording action before a meeting with the baddies -- who in turn whip out an Adamo XPS (yes, it's still alive!) to seal a deal for some ultra-advanced weaponry. Yep, it's a non-stop cliché extravaganza!

[Thanks, James and Tarek]

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Screen Grabs: Dell Streak recruited into NCIS:LA for some undercover duty, fights evil Adamo XPS originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpsandroidcameocbscellphonecop showcopsCopShowcrimecrime dramaCrimeDramadelldell adamodell adamo xpsdell streakDellAdamoDellAdamoXpsDellStreakdramalaw enforcementLawEnforcementncisncis:laphonepoliceproduct placementProductPlacementscreen grabsScreenGrabsslatesmartphonestreaktablettelevisiontvvideoWed, 20 Oct 2010 09:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo gets jammed inside another Dell laptop: yes, it's that thin!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/05/dell-adamo-gets-jammed-inside-another-dell-laptop-yes-its-tha/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/05/dell-adamo-gets-jammed-inside-another-dell-laptop-yes-its-tha/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/05/dell-adamo-gets-jammed-inside-another-dell-laptop-yes-its-tha/#comments
Check this one out -- if there was any doubt as to the thinness of the Adamo, just for fun, some young modder removed the innards of a chunky Dell laptop and threw a Dell Adamo inside of it. Pretty thrilling stuff as you can imagine -- hit up the source link for the video.

Dell Adamo gets jammed inside another Dell laptop: yes, it's that thin! originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 05 Jun 2010 02:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamodelllaptoplaptopsmodmoddermoddersmodsSat, 05 Jun 2010 02:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Keepin' it real fake: Dell Adamo and HP Mini 5102 feel the knock-off effect]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/04/05/keepin-it-real-fake-dell-adamo-and-hp-mini-5102-feel-the-knock/http://www.engadget.com/2010/04/05/keepin-it-real-fake-dell-adamo-and-hp-mini-5102-feel-the-knock/http://www.engadget.com/2010/04/05/keepin-it-real-fake-dell-adamo-and-hp-mini-5102-feel-the-knock/#comments
Shanzhai Dell Adamos have been popping up quite a bit lately. We've seen these things in both white and black (um, Onyx), and now MIC Gadget has hepped us to a red model (try getting that from Dell!) that features an 11.6-inch (1366 x 768) display, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive and either an Atom N450 processor with GMA 3150 graphics or a 1.2GHz Intel Celeron ULV processor and GMA X4500 graphics. The former will run you 1,900 yuan (about $280), and the latter 2,600 yuan (about $380). If that ain't enough for all of you Shanzhai freaks, we've also spotted yet another HP Mini knock-off, this time branded Phecda and sporting a brilliant blue paint job. The source doesn't mention a price, but we're guessing that the device -- which features a 1.66GHz Atom N450 processor, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive, and 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi will run you no more than about $360. It does mention, however, that you can order one with an HP logo -- that'll cost you an extra 10 yuan (or about seven cents). That's what industry insiders call "the HP tax."

Keepin' it real fake: Dell Adamo and HP Mini 5102 feel the knock-off effect originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 05 Apr 2010 13:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamochinadelldell adamoDellAdamofakehphp minihp mini 5102HpMiniHpMini5102kirfknock-offphecdashanzhaiMon, 05 Apr 2010 13:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo XPS alive and kicking, back for order on Dell.com]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/18/dell-adamo-xps-alive-and-kicking-back-for-order-on-dell-com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/18/dell-adamo-xps-alive-and-kicking-back-for-order-on-dell-com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/18/dell-adamo-xps-alive-and-kicking-back-for-order-on-dell-com/#comments Well hello again, Dell Adamo XPS. Though the incredibly thin and uniquely designed laptop disappeared from Dell.com last week and we received official comment that it was a "limited edition product with a finite number of systems available," the Adamo XPS has reappeared in its $2,000 glory on the company's site. According to Dell's blog, it was merely just a move to restock the inventory and direct customers to retailers that had fresh stock -- well why didn't you just say that Dell! And do not fear about the Adamo brand, Dell reports that all is well as it starts to apply the design to other lines, just as we saw yesterday with the Vostro V13. We're still a bit confused by the reappearance, but it sure is good to see you again, Adamo XPS. We wish you a long successful life with many many price drops.

Dell Adamo XPS alive and kicking, back for order on Dell.com originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Dell confirmed that the Adamo XPS will not be making a reapperence on its site. "While the Adamo XPS was certainly and engineering marvel, it also was a limited edition product with a finite number of systems available," said a Dell spokesperson. Adamo XPS 2 anyone?

Dell Adamo XPS order page falls off Dell.com, discontinued for life? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpsdelldell adamodell adamo xpsDellAdamoDellAdamoXpsdiscontinuedlaptopXPSMon, 08 Mar 2010 14:22:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Latitude 13: a thin-and-light for big business]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/02/dell-latitude-13-a-thin-and-light-for-big-business/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/02/dell-latitude-13-a-thin-and-light-for-big-business/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/02/dell-latitude-13-a-thin-and-light-for-big-business/#comments Dell is serious about its thin and light class of machines judging by its ability to churn out these lovely lappies from its Adamo design studio. Today we've got the Latitude 13. Oh sure, it looks almost exactly like the Vostro v13 for small businesses but this is Latitude brother, Dell's mainstream business brand. As such, it comes fully IT-ified with a preinstalled Citrix client, easier virtualization options, and baked in know-how for system image and software update distribution. So it's not really new, but it's still "the world's thinnest 13-inch commercial client laptop," according to Dell and that's gotta be worth a second look when it begins shipping in a few weeks.

Dell Latitude 13: a thin-and-light for big business originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamodelllatitudelatitude 13Latitude13thin and lightThinAndLightTue, 02 Feb 2010 02:28:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo falls to under $1,000 for the first time, tempts you mercilessly]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/28/dell-adamo-falls-to-under-1-000-for-the-first-time-tempts-you/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/28/dell-adamo-falls-to-under-1-000-for-the-first-time-tempts-you/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/28/dell-adamo-falls-to-under-1-000-for-the-first-time-tempts-you/#comments You know what's hard to resist? This. You know what else is difficult to turn a blind eye to? One of the sexiest machines Dell has ever made, at a price point that's below the all-important four figure mark. Starting today, the Adamo Admire is sporting an altogether sultry base price of $999, which nets you a 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo processor, Windows 7 Home (64-bit), 2GB of DDR3 RAM and a 128GB solid state drive. If that's a little weak for your tastes, the upmarket Adamo Desire has also undergone a price reduction, enabling you to get a 2.1GHz Core 2 Duo chip, 4GB of memory, integrated mobile broadband and a 256GB SSD for $1,799 -- a full $500 less than it was in October. You're blowing it off like you just don't care, but you know you'll be back to visit that Source link when no one's looking. And the video after the jump, too.

[Thanks, Ben and Ryan]

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Dell Adamo falls to under $1,000 for the first time, tempts you mercilessly originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadmirecore 2 duoCore2Duodelldell adamoDellAdamodesirepriceprice dropPriceDroppricespricingultraportableThu, 28 Jan 2010 15:58:00 EST<![CDATA[Motorola Droid and Dell Adamo latest to get Gorilla glass]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/23/motorola-droid-and-dell-adamo-latest-to-get-gorilla-glass/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/23/motorola-droid-and-dell-adamo-latest-to-get-gorilla-glass/http://www.engadget.com/2009/12/23/motorola-droid-and-dell-adamo-latest-to-get-gorilla-glass/#comments Corning's darn-near-impenetrable Gorilla glass certainly isn't new -- in fact, we spied it in a few of Motion Computing's tablets just a few months ago -- but it's still not commonplace on mainstream gizmos. Yet. SmartPlanet sat down with Dr. Donnell Walton, senior applications engineer at Corning, in order to discuss the merits of the display technology as well as its importance in the gadget space. The discussion also mentioned that both Motorola's Droid and Dell's Adamo (not to mention Cowon's S9 PMP) are sporting the glass, which acts to make displays "damage-resistant." Not surprisingly, the company is seeing huge demand in the smartphone arena, where touchscreen-centric phones are being shoved into pockets at random and then costing manufacturers big bucks as return rates creep up. It's a pretty interesting read if you're into that type of thing, and yes, we did just give you permission to try and split your Droid display wide open in a moment of frustration. Just don't count on Motorola to accept that as a valid excuse for your RMA.

[Thanks, Jeff]

Motorola Droid and Dell Adamo latest to get Gorilla glass originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you're lucky enough to live in the US, buying the super slim Adamo XPS is just a matter of hitting up Dell's website -- and then ponying up nearly $2,000, of course. Those in the UK, however, have been sorely out of luck. Luckily for them, we're hearing that the much lusted-after laptop will be available at John Lewis department stores in time for holiday shopping. That's right, this hinged baby -- which boasts a 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo SU9400 processor, a 128GB SSD, a 13.4-inch WLED panel, a 2 megapixel camera, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, and GS45 integrated graphics -- will be available there as of today, for the base price of £1750 (that's about $2,800). For a better idea of what this bad boy looks like, check out our hands-on impressions video after the break.

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Dell Adamo XPS: Exclusive to John Lewis in the UK for the holiday season originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpsdellhingejohn lewisJohnLewislaptoplaptopsthin and lightThinAndLightukxpsThu, 10 Dec 2009 11:06:00 EST<![CDATA[Adamo XPS hands-on impressions]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/27/adamo-xps-hands-on-impressions/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/27/adamo-xps-hands-on-impressions/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/27/adamo-xps-hands-on-impressions/#comments You might've seen the Adamo XPS cameo on this month's Engadget Show, or viewed our unboxing, but in case you're averse to the long form, really want to dive deep, or perhaps just use some other trite phrase to describe yourself, we've done an in-depth video hands-on with the world's slimmest laptop. The verdict? Well, it's a well-made machine with a significant issue of a price to performance imbalance. Check out the video after the break to see if all this sexiness can win you over.

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Adamo XPS hands-on impressions originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpsdellfeatureshands-onimpressionimpressionspreviewFri, 27 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell's Adamo XPS now on sale starting at $1,799]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/17/dells-adamo-xps-now-on-sale-starting-at-1-799/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/17/dells-adamo-xps-now-on-sale-starting-at-1-799/http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/17/dells-adamo-xps-now-on-sale-starting-at-1-799/#comments Dell's slimmest laptop ever still isn't shipping out to eager consumers, but at least the Win7-packin' Adamo XPS is now configurable over on the outfit's website. The base $1,799 configuration includes a 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo SU9400 CPU, a 128GB solid state drive, 13.4-inch WLED panel, 2 megapixel camera, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, GS45 integrated graphics, WiFi and a USB Ethernet adapter. Unfortunately, hardly any of the components are upgradable, but there are a few select upgrades available for those with the cheddar. The scary part? That December 22nd estimated ship date. Better spring for overnight and cross those toes!

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Dell's Adamo XPS now on sale starting at $1,799 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dell certainly managed to cram plenty of inventive, even far-fetched touches into its Adamo XPS laptop, but it looks like it went even further out on a limb during the prototype stage, as PC World was able to discover during a brief hands-on time with a few cast off concepts. As you might expect, one of the ideas Dell toyed around with was a full-fledged touchscreen trackpad, which was apparently rejected because Dell couldn't justify the cost of the panel based how much people would actually use it. Another, possibly even more ambitious concept is one that would have completely replaced the traditional keyboard with a series of capacitive-touch buttons (pictured after the break), which would have allowed for a true zero-profile design, albeit at some potential expense to usability. Hit up the link below for a look at a few more prototypes.

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At $1,799, the price isn't as bad as originally thought, but it's still far from great if performance takes any precedence for you over style. Earlier this week, we got to spend some time with the ultra-thin chez Dell's PR firm -- not enough to really get a feel for how it performs, but enough to admire the hardware and enjoy unboxing what we're told is the final retail packaging. We saw an expected launch date listed for this month, but a rep was quick to note the current line is officially "in time for the holidays" -- just in case the company misses Black Friday, of course. Read on for some more impressions and video unboxing / hands-on!

Gallery: Dell Adamo XPS unboxing


Gallery: Dell Adamo XPS hands-on

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Dell Adamo XPS coming 'in time for the holidays' for $1799 (unboxing and hands-on video!) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo xpsAdamoXpsbreakingbreaking newsbreakingnewsdellfeaturedfeatureshands onhands-onHandsOnlaptopultraportableun boxun boxingUnBoxUnBoxingThu, 05 Nov 2009 12:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo XPS specs leak out: ULV processors, integrated graphics]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/23/dell-adamo-xps-specs-leak-out-ulv-processors-integrated-graphi/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/23/dell-adamo-xps-specs-leak-out-ulv-processors-integrated-graphi/http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/23/dell-adamo-xps-specs-leak-out-ulv-processors-integrated-graphi/#comments At this point we have no idea why Dell won't just up and launch the Adamo XPS, but if they can't get it sorted we'll just piece it together ourselves -- and today we've got two different sources providing specs for the super-thin laptop with the funktastic hinge. Inside that crazy 1.5-pound case lies some pretty standard internals: we're hearing there'll be 1.4 and 1.9GHz dual-core Intel ULV processors with integrated X4500MHD graphics and 4GB of DDR3 RAM, all under (well, behind) an LED-backlit 13.4-inch WXGA screen and either a 128 or 180GB SSD. That's good for a reported score of just 3.3 on the Windows 7 experience test -- pretty sad for a $2,000 machine. The two available batteries are said to be rated at either 20Wh for 2.5 hours of juice or 40Wh for four hours, and here's the crazy thing -- that touch sensitive case latch we've been hearing about? Yeah, it doesn't work without power, so you can't open the machine if your battery is dead. Nice. Now Dell, honestly, can we dispense with the run-around?

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Update: Laptop Mag notes a removable battery and what's likely to be an Intel ULV processor -- it's definitely not Atom.

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Well, would you look at that? With Dell's 0.39-inch thick Adamo XPS just days from hitting virtual store shelves, the high-end Adamo Desire is undergoing a minor face lift... on the inside. Back in July, the Desire editions (available in Pearl and Onyx hues) stooped to $2,299 and shipped with a 1.4GHz CPU and a 128GB SSD. Today, those same machines are available with a 2.1GHz Core 2 Duo SL9600 processor, 256GB SSD, 4GB of DDR3 RAM and Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit). The best part? The MSRP has remained the same. Huzzah!

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Gallery: New Dell Adamo XPS image takes a stand

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Gallery: Douglas Little's Adamo series: the most expensive snake you've seen glued to a laptop this week

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Update: And... that was it. Seriously, you would think Dell would've maybe learned something from the original Adamo launch and maybe dished out some info, but as usual they just waved it around for a second and then talked about less-interesting things. Still, here's what we know -- it's super thin, and it obviously unfolds in a completely new way. We're digging for more, we'll let you know.

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Heads-up, folks: fall TV is in full swing, and the newest season of House M.D. has already delivered on more than one front. Aside from convincing you that a hospital really is no place to spend the majority of your day, Hugh Laurie's money maker is also subtly whispering to you that a Dell Adamo would suit you just fine. The super sleek ultraportable managed to show its face on this week's episode, and for any of you out there who doubt a glossy screen's ability to double as a mirror, we'd say this primetime showing proves otherwise. Are matte panels not covered under Medicare, or what?

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We've seen some thin laptops in our day, but 9.99mm is pretty dang thin (thinner than an iPhone, in fact). There's no other info on this new Adamo, and Dell is calling it the "9.99mm Design Concept," which doesn't really help us know how far along it is. Let's just hope Dell didn't have to succumb to Atom to get the size down this far.

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After no small amount of external pressure, Dell has finally managed to do some major damage on the Adamo's number one drawback: the price. The starting mark for the 1.2GHz machine has been slashed from $1,999 to $1,499, while the high-end model with SSD and a 1.4GHz processor is down to $2,299. Still not in the same general galaxy as most consumer-aimed Dell products, but quite a lot closer to the realm of possibility.

[Via LogicBUY]

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Given the hideous MSRP affixed to the Adamo, we have all ideas that only a select few have chomped on what Dell's offering here. That said, we also reckon those with enough cash to buy in are quite the critical bunch, and we're interested to hear what y'all have to say. During our own testing, we were decidedly underwhelmed with the value proposition; in pretty much every meaningful way, it underperformed for the price. But hey, we can't knock the styling. Are you cool with the ho hum performance? Would you throw a different CPU in there? Lower the price? Add a little thickness in exchange for a few more frames per second? Tell all, won't you?

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo 13Adamo13dellfeaturesHow would you changeHowWouldYouChangeHWYClaptopultraportableFri, 15 May 2009 23:53:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell Adamo review]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/04/13/dell-adamo-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/04/13/dell-adamo-review/http://www.engadget.com/2009/04/13/dell-adamo-review/#comments From the beginning, Dell's Adamo line of laptops have been anything but status quo. Starting with the company's viral "leaks" on phony fashion sites, straight on to the weird launch / non-launch at CES, and culminating with a burst of PR boasting the systems' surprisingly low-powered internals and freakishly high price-point, it's been nothing if not noteworthy. Now we've finally had a chance to see how Dell's answer to the MacBook Air (and X301 for good measure) performs in the real world. The big question? Is this beauty worth the time and trouble... and that big outlay of green? Read on for an in-depth look at what the Adamo does -- and doesn't -- deliver on.

Update: Dell pinged to let us know that the covering on the lid and screen is actually glass -- we've updated the review to reflect (no pun intended) that info.

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The fine folks at iFixit and TechRepublic have teamed up to show us the innards of Dell's new thin-and-sort-of-light ultraportable Adamo. They also set the laptop up against Apple's MacBook Air to compare build quality and specifics. For instance, the Adamo packs a 11.1 volt 40 Watt hour battery, compared to the Air's 7.2 volt 37 Watt hour battery, and comprises a greater percentage of the weight of the computer than its Air counterpart -- who knew? Overall the Adamo seems to pack a good amount more technology into a slightly heavier package, and takes a small win over the MacBook for nixing the screws on the bottom, not to mention the huge win over its Windows counterparts for skipping out on the Intel and Windows stickers.

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Possibly not surprising, but certainly to be filed under "subtly disappointing" is the news that has just recently been confirmed: Adamo's battery is not able to be replaced by the user. No fun, you say? Well, it is, of course, replaceable, should the need arise, it just has to be sent into Dell for the procedure, though we don't yet know how much the company is going to charge for all that. Guess if you have to get a new juice pack for your laptop your "lifestyle" will have to be temporarily put on hold, huh?

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While we had a look at an early version of the Adamo at CES, we've finally gotten a chance to unwrap one from its ultra-sexy packaging and take it for a little spin. In hand, the laptop is thinner and lighter than most of this size, though it isn't quite as svelte as the Air. Its real competitor, however, appears to be the X301. We'll be doing a full review in the near future, but for now, enjoy the gallery below, and check out our video unboxing after the break.

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Dell Adamo hands-on and video unboxing originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In case you missed it, Engadget VIP Club cardholders, the tasteful and elegant Dell Adamo is available for online orders in the US now -- not just those other countries overseas with long names that are hard to pronounce. With model names like Admire (1.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2GB memory, and a 128GB SSD -- starting at $1,999) and later-confirmed Desire (1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4GB memory, and mobile broadband, also sporting a 128GB SSD -- starting at $2,699) the company's definitely reinforcing the laptop's savoir faire. Options include the "Jet Setter" package (with external DVD-RW) and the "Entrepreneur" (with external 250GB HDD). Available in Pearl and Onyx -- not that the suckers flying coach will be able to tell the difference.

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Dell's Adamo 13 might be a looker, but the 1.2GHz Core 2 Duo, X4500 graphics, and 2GB of RAM found in the $1,999 model announced last night are fairly underwhelming, and it doesn't seem like the $2,700 higher-end configuration reported by Laptop is going blow any minds either: Dell Australia has it listed with a 1.4GHz ULV Core 2 Duo, 4GB of RAM, and a built-in 3G card. That's a lot of money for integrated graphics in a four-pound machine -- anyone taken with Dell's artsy new image enough to shell out?

[Thanks, Ed]

Read - Dell Australia page with specs
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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adamoadamo 13Adamo13dellTue, 17 Mar 2009 12:03:00 EST<![CDATA[Dell lets Adamo 9 and Studio One 22 slip]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/17/dell-lets-adamo-9-and-studio-one-22-slip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/17/dell-lets-adamo-9-and-studio-one-22-slip/http://www.engadget.com/2009/03/17/dell-lets-adamo-9-and-studio-one-22-slip/#comments In another of those extra-special slip-ups peculiar to Dell, we get the unofficial announcement of a pair of new computers courtesy of Dell's own support documents. This time, it's the Dell Adamo 9 and Studio One 22. From that bit of info we can deduce a 9-inch, ultra-glam, ultra-portable laptop carrying Dell's luxury Adamo brand as well as a 22-inch version of Dell's sexy Studio One all-in-one PC. Pretty sweet by comparison to the relative heft of the just announced 13-inch Adamo laptop and the tiny display on Dell's 19-inch Studio One. Good times.

Update: Blogeee.net spotted the Adamo 9 on the compatibility list for the Dell Wireless 5530 card. In other words, the Adamo 9 will offer both internal HSPA data and GPS lock as an optional update.

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After months of drawn-out buildup, the Adamo endgame has played out pretty damn fast: we had pricing and box pictures leak just about an hour ago, and now Dell's officially announced the first machine in the Adamo line, the 13.4-inch model we saw at CES. Sadly, it sounds like beauty is only aluminum-skin deep here: that hot little case holds a 1.2GHz Core 2 Duo U9300 with integrated Intel X4500 graphics, 2GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD, and it all weighs four pounds -- a pound more than the MacBook Air. Not exactly a barnstormer, especially for $1,999 -- it looks like you're spending the majority of that cash on high-end design flourishes like a magnetic cover that hides the Microsoft-required Windows authenticity sticker. Hopefully this thing will be joined by some higher-powered siblings when it arrives on March 26th, keep your fingers crossed. Two videos and the full release after the break.

Update: Looks like CNET scored one early -- check out their hands-on here, and a pic of that magnetic cover here.

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