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    Dell introduces Inspiron 15 laptop

    Discussion in 'Notebook News and Reviews' started by Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 5, 2009.

  1. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Dell introduces Inspiron 15 laptop
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    Dell introduced its Inspiron 15 notebook today, featuring a 16:9 aspect ratio 15.6-inch display. The value-oriented notebook starts at $600, and is available at Best Buy in select configurations and at Dell.com. Best Buy's $599.99 configuration includes the following specifications:

    • Intel Core 2 Duo T6400 processor (2.0GHz/2MB L2/800MHz FSB)
    • 4GB DDR2 RAM
    • 15.6-inch WXGA (1366x768) display
    • 320 GB hard drive
    • 6-cell battery
    • Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit
    • 1-year limited warranty
    • Weight: 6.5 pounds
    • Dimensions: 1.5" (H) x 14.7" (W) x 9.6" (D)

    Dell Press Release (BusinessWire.com)

     
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    Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 5, 2009
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  2. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Thanks, Chaz :D

    It's nice...I just wish it wasn't so *thick like* at the rear.


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Jan 5, 2009
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  3. MidnightSun

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    I've always thought the Dell Inspiron line was too bulky and thick, and this new model hasn't changed my impression. Not too bad starting price though, for what you get.
     
    MidnightSun, Jan 5, 2009
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  4. atbnet

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    Very nice specs for the starting price.
     
    atbnet, Jan 6, 2009
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  5. dougjr

    dougjr Notebook Consultant

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    I saw this yesterday in BB. I like the color and the size for me isn't an issue. Kinda wish it had HDMI tho.
     
    dougjr, Jan 6, 2009
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  6. anothergeek

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    That's a great deal at 600 for having a C2D, 4GB RAM, and a 320GB HDD.
     
    anothergeek, Jan 6, 2009
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  7. spexc31

    spexc31 Notebook Evangelist

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    wow, for the specs, seems like a really nice deal. hmm
     
    spexc31, Jan 6, 2009
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    The price on Best Buy is 699$ (not 599$)
     
    akh1989, Jan 7, 2009
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