Dell Laptop Does Flips to Try to Be a Thick Tablet
Dell deserves credit for a clever flip screen design in the XPS 12. But it’s very hard to make a computer that’s both a great laptop and a great tablet, even if the operating system contains elements of both.
Review: Dell's acrobatic XPS 12 is the Windows 8 c
Mediocre battery life is our primary criticism, but if you can look past that the XPS 12 is the most convincing Windows 8 laptop we’ve gotten our hands on.
Dell XPS 12 review: Does it succeed as both an ult
If you're on the fence about needing a convertible, you'll want to shop around a bit more. As a tablet, it's too heavy to be of much use. And as an ultrabook, it's heavy as well, outweighing competing ultrabooks.
Overall, the XPS 12 works well in its dual roles. It's a fully functional laptop with no obvious compromises, and as a tablet it works as well as anything else.
Should You Buy It? You have to be a very specific kind of computer user to really love this one. The XPS's main virtue is that it's a great laptop that you can use like a real laptop—along with an awesome, touchable display.
While the XPS 12 is expensive, it's also a wonderful laptop to use, and the screen rotation means that when you're out and about, on a train, on a plane or working in a cafe there's always a mode that will work in the space you have. It's a solidly-built laptop and typing on it is a pleasure.
Having tablet functionality is an added extra that enables you to get the best out of Windows 8 when you need it, which makes the Dell XPS 12 a real heavyweight, in every sense of the word.
Dell's first Windows 8 convertible is a doozy, combining ultrabook power and tablet functionality in a portable package with few compromises. It's big for a tablet, but the 1080p display is drool-worthy.
Throw in a Full HD IPS screen, excellent speakers, a great keyboard and flexible specs under the hood with good battery life, and this well-built machine is a recommended contender if you’re after a powerful Windows 8 convertible.
If you're in the market for an ultrabook, you'll quickly discover the XPS 12 isn't the cheapest option out there. However, the XPS 12 is a solid, well-built system that has some additional features you won't find on these lower-priced ultrabooks.
While the design is a better laptop than a tablet, the XPS 12 is a solid performer, thanks to ultrabook-grade specs, an impressive battery life, and a design that prioritises comfort and usability.
A tablet would be cheaper and lighter, but it would not be able to replace the PC or notebook at home. That is what makes this newest addition to the XPS series so attractive - if the buyer has enough money for it.
I took this on vacation with me to Ukraine and I think I made an excellent choice. It was small enough to carry around with me when my friends wanted to see photos, yet back at the apartment it was a wonderful laptop.The screen resolution is absolutely wonderful. Wifi is as easy as anything. It is a bit pricey though. I do recommend it to anyone because it is small and easy to use.
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There is a minor display issue where it retains images from a previous screen. Apparently iPads had the same problem at one point. No SD card slot. Battery is "OK" for what it does, and the powerhouse it is. Overall, this is an amazing device.
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The best in its category. We highly recommend it. - Engadget
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A forgettable product. It isn't bad, exactly, but also doesn't do anything particularly well. - Engadget
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The best in its category. We highly recommend it. - Engadget
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Build quality is good. Hinge and upper frame are strong enough to pick the laptop up by holding the frame only.Screen is fantastic to admire at and (256 GB) SSD is a blazing Samsung PM830 model, so says Device Manager.Key travel is adequate, its competitors certainly have done worse.The only downer now is that the Cypress touchpad drivers is not well-tuned yet. Stick with the touchscreen for now...