When notebooks were first introduces, they came with relatively high prices which them seem unaffordable for many customers. But in the last year, with the introduction of a 2-pound laptop from Asus for a price below $300, the whole world saw a ride and development of these notebooks and laptops. Many companies joined in the rush to make the best and the most affordable laptop. Dell, too, has joined the rush and very well succeeded in presenting truly on of the best notebook ever built – the Dell Inspirion Mini 9.
The Dell Inspiron Mini 9 has a 1.6 GHz N270 Intel Atom processor and 1 GB DDR2 533MHz RAM. The system is available in two operating systems – either you could opt for Ubuntu 8.04 Linux with custom Dell interface (this is also inclusive of Open Office) or you could go in for Windows XP. It has a 8.9” 1024 x 600 glossy WSVGA LED backlit display with a 1.3 MP camera integrated with also a Dell Video Chat application. The other features include a card reader, Wi-Fi facility and Intel GMA integrated graphics. The total weight of the notebook, inclusive of the battery and AC adapter is 2lb 11.06oz.
The exterior is covered with glossy finish and smooth lines, rounded edges. There’s something about the notebook that says it succeeds in giving the fun and functional look. The notebook has an impressive build quality that well surpasses the other laptops in this section. The inside of the chassis is reinforced with magnesium alloy, allowing the notebook to sustain greater shocks than its counter parts. Home upgrade is relatively easy as compared to other notebooks available in the market in this category. No complex disassembly or upgrade slots are required. Dell has provided all the key upgradeable components in one are area, so there’s no point in fumbling around and looking for the upgrade options.
With Dell giving Ubuntu Linux operating system with customized Dell interface as an option to users, it has gone a step ahead of the other companies. The Mini 9 is available preloaded with a lot of useful applications which, unlike Windows based softwares that are considered bloatwares, from emailing to watching movies. The touchpad is amazingly great to look and work in as also is the LED backlit display, which displays rich colors and good contrast. Horizontal as well as vertical viewing angles are good, too. With 3 USB ports, Ethernet, audio jacks and card reader integrated in the side and the front angles of the Dell Inspiron Mini 9, the notebook has a cool look about it. Taken the durability and the customer support from Dell, this notebook is the best choice to make for people who are considering buying a notebook.
Tech Specs(varies with customization):
Manufacturer: Dell
Model: Inspiron Mini 9
Processor Brand: Intel
Processor Class: Atom
Processor Speed: 1.6 GHZ
Memory: 1024 MB
Hard Drive: 8 GB Solid State Drive
Screen Size: Glossy 8.9 inch backlit LED
Optical Drive: None
Media Reader: 3-in-1 Media Card Reader
Wireless: 802.11g mini-card
Modem: None
Network: 10/100
Video: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
Sound: Integrated
Pointing Device: Touch Pad
USB Ports: USB 2.0 (3)
Operating System: Windows XP Home
System Weight: 2.28 LBS
Battery: 4-cell 32WHr Li-Ion
Power Adapter: Included
Additonal Features: Integrated WebCam