Darren Kitchen Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 It was bound to happen. I just wish the release specs matched the rumored specs. http://gizmodo.com/5045220/dell-inspiron-m...-399-ubuntu-349 http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/con...amp;x=7&y=8 Intel Atom 1.6 8.9" 1024x600 Black, 4GB SSD and 512MB RAM for $350 $25 more for white $25 more for 1GB RAM $35 more for 8GB SSD $75 more for 16GB SSD $20 more for integrated Bluetooth (wish that was an option on all netbooks) $15 more for integrated 0.3 Megapixel camera $25 more for integrated 1.3 Meagpixel camera Totally pimped: $519 I like the form factor--looks like a decent keyboard^h^h^h^h^h^h^h + decent track pad. Dispite it's moderately high cost fully pimped I actually like the price structure. I'm not sure all OEMs can afford to custom build to order so that option is out for many but just the ability to pay a little more for an integrated bluetooth (camera should be standard) would be nice. Then again, as seen here it's not that difficult to do it yourself ;) http://twitpic.com/9zvu edit: never mind on the keyboard. Turns out the leaked pics were right, no F-keys or |. So lemme get this, it ships with Ubuntu but doesn't have a pipe key. How the frak are you supposed to navigate the terminal without pipe? Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeepN1KE Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Here in the UK, its a slighty better story in some ways. The spec is currently only available in the below, but at £299 including delivery I think its a nice package, almost makes me thing I should of waited and not got my Aspire One, but I have had it a while and loving it. (Must think positive) So the spec here is as follows: Inspiron Mini - Only in Black at the Moment 1.6Ghz Atom XP Home Edition 1.3MP Camera 8.9" TrueLife Screen 1GB Ram 16GB SSD Intel 950 Graphics Card Wireless b/g (Not sure on chipset) Bluetooth 4 Cell Battery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Yeah, only problem being that £299 = $600. I hate the UK for electronics, such a rip off. I've been looking at these baby laptops for a while, but haven't found one that ticks all the boxes. OK so they're small enough to carry, and if you already carry a laptop its a godsend. But... I have a laptop, and I don't carry it. I don't really need a laptop, but I would like portable internet access.... on a phone, with a screen bigger than my pinkie, that didn't cost £600. Maybe someday. </rant> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeepN1KE Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I would like portable internet access.... on a phone, with a screen bigger than my pinkie, that didn't cost £600. Maybe someday How about a HTC handset. I have the TyTnII and its great for messenger, emails and a little bit of surfing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I've just placed an order for the UK version so I will post about how it goes. I like Dell kit and this looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Kitchen Posted September 4, 2008 Author Share Posted September 4, 2008 Congrats Vako, I eagerly await your review! What configuration did you get? I'm really interested in getting a high res look at that keyboard and your impressions on the build quality. Agreed, Dell doesn't muck around when it comes to their notebooks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I ordered: Memory 1024MB 533MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM Video Card Integrated Intel® Graphic Media Accelerator 950 Hard Drive 16GB Solid State Hard Drive Operating System Genuine Windows® XP Home Edition Wireless Dell 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Mini-Card Bluetooth Dell Integrated Bluetooth Wireless card Primary Battery 4-cell 2200AHr Battery Processor Intel ® Atom™ Processor N270 (1.60GHz, 533MHz, 512K cache) Camera Integrated 1.3MP Camera LCD 8.9" WSVGA (WLED) Truelife Display Dell are taking up to 15 days to ship these orders apparently, I shall not be happy if this is the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeepN1KE Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Congrats Vako, I eagerly await your review! What configuration did you get? I'm really interested in getting a high res look at that keyboard and your impressions on the build quality. Agreed, Dell doesn't muck around when it comes to their notebooks. Darren, there is currently only one spec available here in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digip Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Insipron Mini 9 Going for $99 if You Buy Another Dell Until 6AM September 9th, according to Dell's own blog, if you buy a Studio 15, XPS M1530 or XPS M1330 machine from Dell, you can buy an Insipron Mini 9 for a suitable mini price of $99. It's a mini bargain. http://gizmodo.com/5045262/insipron-mini-9...uy-another-dell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metatron Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Yeah, only problem being that £299 = $600. I hate the UK for electronics, such a rip off. I've been looking at these baby laptops for a while, but haven't found one that ticks all the boxes. OK so they're small enough to carry, and if you already carry a laptop its a godsend. But... I have a laptop, and I don't carry it. I don't really need a laptop, but I would like portable internet access.... on a phone, with a screen bigger than my pinkie, that didn't cost £600. Maybe someday. </rant> You can't look at it like that when it comes to exchange rates. You need to look at things like cost of living, the market, pay and so on £299 is a good price. Besides the UK's economy is going down the shitter so it's only $528.90 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupaRice Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Anyone find more detailed info about what the chipset is on that "Dell 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Mini-Card"? That's a pretty generic description, wonder if it will work with all the neato wireless tools? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I doubt it, I expect it will be some Broadcom chip I will have to replace sooner or later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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