Introducing XPS 13 Plus and a new UltraSharp monitor that takes collaboration and visual experiences to a new level

The new XPS 13 Plus is Dell’s most powerful yet[1], particularly because it was inspired by Gen-Z – a group that knows who they are, where they want to go and demands the horsepower they need to get there.

Modern and stylish, yet approachable and efficient – simple and intentional are the new definition of premium. Redesigned from the ground up with more performance than ever before, the XPS 13 Plus enables users to do everything they love to do in style.

“While beautiful designs and powerful technology innovations are crucial, there’s so much more beneath the surface,” said Donnie Oliphant, Senior Director of XPS, Dell Technologies. “And when it comes to creating your own world, a better tomorrow or whatever it is you love to do, there’s no better companion than the XPS 13 Plus.”

Meet the new XPS 13 Plus

The XPS 13 Plus is the first XPS 13 designed to a 12th Gen Intel® Core™ 28W processor (up from 15W on the prior gen), supported by larger fans that provide 55% better airflow without increasing noise or temperature

Performance, design and packaging; from top to bottom, Dell streamlined the XPS 13’s features to deliver a complete, seamless experience. Simplified interiors help users focus on the creative experience, with best-in-class edge-to-edge displays that bring visions to life. Additionally, its leading battery technology ensure users can go the distance without disruptions. And with Express Charge 2.0 that gets the laptop to about 80% battery life in less than an hour, it’s easy to charge it on the fly. With its light and thin design, this laptop provides more power, without weighing one down.

Distraction-free, beautifully clean design

Capacitive touch function row, seamless glass touchpad with haptics and zero-lattice keyboard maximize user interfaces for a streamlined interior design

The XPS 13 Plus is designed to be minimalist and modern. The sleek keyboard, function row, touch pad and palm rest deliver a clean, iconic appearance that is light to the touch and complemented by curved, comfy edges throughout. There’s no wasted space – the modern, edge-to-edge interfaces simplify the overall design to deliver a clean, harmonious surface.

The XPS 13 Plus is available in timeless colors, a light (Platinum) and dark (Graphite) with an enhanced surface finish that is premium and serene. Dell eliminated distractions by creating cohesive tone-on-tone design details for a unified appearance. The overall experience is a modern aesthetic that is intentionally crafted to emanate the pinnacle of simplicity.

Apart from the aesthetic appeal, the device also delivers a more ergonomic feel. Designed with larger keycaps (also known as zero-lattice), the keyboard is comfortable, smooth and efficient with every keystroke. The top row of the keyboard is now cleaner, thanks to a new capacitive touch experience that allows users to switch between media and function keys easily. And speaking of clean and simplified, the traditional trackpad has been replaced by a seamless glass touchpad that provides haptic responses to the touch.

Heightened senses for heightened creativity

Up to 4K+ resolution or vivid true-to-life color on an OLED display with Eyesafe® that reduces harmful blue light and an improved quad speaker design

Since senses drive the creative process, Dell enhanced both sight and sound in the new XPS 13 Plus. Dell’s pioneering 4-sided InfinityEdge display continues to deliver a virtually borderless viewing experience, reducing the number of layers from the display screen to improve clarity and reduce weight. When it comes to creating content or consuming it, users can enjoy louder sound and broad dynamic range with an improved quad speaker design. Two up-firing speakers are hidden underneath the keyboard, while down-firing speakers are on the base, resulting in incredible sound for music, movies and conferencing.

Mindful manufacturing and packaging

First XPS made using hydro-power renewable energy sources, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the aluminum and is 100% recyclable so it can be reused in new PCs, delivering on Dell’s 2030 Goals

“Our mindful minimalist approach extends beyond design to encompass both production and packaging process. We’ve created a simpler, more efficient manufacturing process that honors our longstanding commitment to be kind to the environment,” Oliphant said. “By removing steps and reducing finishes and materials – but elevating the ones that remain – we’ve decreased scrapped parts and our overall carbon footprint. All-new packaging is made from 100% sustainably sourced or renewable materials with paper documentation that increases its recyclability.”

Collaborative and Visual Experience

1st monitor in its class with IPS Black panel technology[2]. Also features an intelligent webcam with a 4K HDR Sony STARVIS™ CMOS sensor for light adjustments, AI auto framing capability, integrated smart security features and enhanced visual clarity.

With the world more digital than ever before, the right collaboration tools are key. This is why Dell continues to invest in the ecosystem around the PC. For example, the newly crowned CES Innovation Award Honoree – the new Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Video Conferencing Monitor, features Dell’s category-defining UltraSharp Webcam, echo cancelling dual array microphones and 14W speakers, this monitor provides the best collaboration and visual experience possible.

Groundbreaking IPS Black technology and VESA DisplayHDR 400 lets users view content in greater detail with 4K resolution, contrast and color – while ComfortView Plus reduces harmful blue-light emissions and retains color accuracy.

Video conferencing capabilities have also been significantly enriched. The new UltraSharp is certified for Microsoft Teams and comes with privacy and productivity features – letting users easily come on and off mute, enable/disable the camera with SafeShutter and quickly sign-in and out.

The sophisticated design complements both home and office spaces with its platinum silver finish. The aesthetics are kept clean to conceal all visible mess without compromising its functionality, and its extensive ports and connectivity options allow users to transform the monitor into a productivity hub.

Finally, users can easily move important and hard-to-replace data and files from any Windows-based PC[3] to their new XPS device through Dell Migrate.

Check out Dell’s official CES 2022 press kit here for more information on each of the announcements. Follow and stay connected with us on Twitter, Instagram,  Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Pricing and availability

• XPS 13 Plus is available worldwide Spring 2022, with Windows 11 or Ubuntu 20.04 on the Developer Edition. Pricing to be confirmed nearer to shipping date.
• Dell UltraSharp 32 4K Video Conferencing Monitor (U3223QZ) is available worldwide on March 29. Pricing to be confirmed nearer to shipping date.

[1] Based on internal analysis, December 2021.

[2] Based on Dell analysis of desktop monitors with built-in speakers, microphone and webcam, Aug 2021.

Dell Technologies today launches the full range of Alienware laptops including X-Series and M-Series across South Asia and Asia Emerging Markets (AEM). 

“We believe gamers will welcome Alienware’s entry into Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Myanmar and Mongolia. Partnering with Intel and AMD, we are not only bringing the latest gaming technologies to market, but we are doing it in a way that pushes the boundaries of PC gaming further. Alienware has always prided itself on creating high performance PCs that power the most immersive gaming experiences,” said Anothai Wettayakorn, vice president, Asia Emerging Markets and South Asia Consumer Business, Dell Technologies.

Building upon a 25-year legacy of pioneering gaming PCs, Alienware is widely celebrated for its aggressive form factors, extraordinary design and impressive performance. 

Bringing the X-Factor to Mobile PC Gaming   

The Alienware X-Series is a brand-new mobile gaming family that exemplifies values of bold innovation, high performance, iconic design and premium quality. The first ever Alienware x15 is the thinnest 15” gaming laptop Alienware ever made. The laptops are artfully crafted and feature the evolved Alienware Legend 2.0 design.

The single, continuous loop of bold stadium lighting, illuminating the rear hexagon venting pattern is visually mesmerising. Besides the glamour appeal, the new X-Series is designed in parity with engineering to maximise thermal benefits. The vents are purposefully placed on the top and base of the X-Series notebooks around the quad fan design to help amplify airflow rate and boost thermal performance. 

Featuring the Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling technology which introduces Element 31i, an exclusive thermal interface material (TIM) concocted from Encapsulated Gallium-Silicone liquid metal compound. The X-Series delivers up to a 25% improvement in thermal resistance advantage with Element 31ii.

Along with HyperEfficient Voltage Regulation for extended performance during long hours of gameplay, the X-Series offers more heat dissipation and gaming performance. The new exclusive Alienware Quad Fan design blows air efficiently through the system, chassis and internal hotspots to keep the gaming engines cool. Finally, the patent-pending Smart Fan control technology utilises AI to enable improved application performance as each fan independently spins-up, slows-down or remains steady according to various sensors strategically placed around core system components. 

The Alienware X-Series offers an abundance of high-performing technologies including: 

• 11th Gen Intel® Core™ H-series mobile processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPUs– up to a 3080. x15 support a maximum graphics power of 110W. 
• Thermal Control Circuit offset (TCC offset) lets gamers set a “cruise control” limit to the CPU temperature to help assure that the system CPU temperature will remain within the defined range. 
• Select from five Tailored Power States, including Full Speed (max power), performance mode (graphics priority), balanced mode (balanced CPU/GPU), battery saver (low temperature priority) and quiet mode (acoustics priority). 
• DirectX Raytracing vibrantly brings the games to life in tandem with the latest panel technologies ranging from incredible FHD 360Hz speed to 4K-UHD HDR400.  The X-series configurations include a Windows Hello IR camera for quick facial biometric logins.  Various panel options also include ComfortView Plus, hardware based, low-blue-light technology to help reduce eye strain without sacrificing display quality. 
• AlienFX stadium lighting goes bolder through advanced LED technology with up to 90 micro-LEDS on the x15, designed as an independent and programmable lighting zone that gamers can personalise through the Alienware Command Center. 

The X-Series comes with sustainable packaging made from 92% recycled or renewable materials. To maximise portability, the first Alienware-branded 240W small and light form factor power adapter makes gaming on the go easier.

Ultimate Visual Performance with Alienware m15 R6 and m15 Ryzen Edition R5 

The new Alienware m15 R6 and m15 Ryzen Edition R5 combine cutting-edge technologies and new design features to deliver an uncompromised visual experience. Offering Alienware’s fastest displays on a 15-inch notebook ever, gamers can select up to QHD 240Hz to deliver smooth gameplay. Gamers will be drawn closer into the gameplay thanks to a new design feature called Dark Core, which darkens the interior shade of the laptop to minimise distractions and keep their head in the game. 

It is the first Alienware notebook finished with the new Silky-Smooth High-Endurance paint formula engineered for increased stain-resistance and premium surface feel. The highest specification Alienware m15 comes with an optional ultra-low profile mechanical keyboard co-developed with Cherry MX so gamers can optimise their notebooks with fully programmable keys for macro key assignments and AlienFX per-key RGB backlighting with up to 16.8 million brilliant colours.

The visual experience is powered by high-performance technologies including:

• Up to AMD Ryzen 5000 H-Series Mobile Processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPUs [Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5]
• Latest 11th Gen Intel® Core™ H-series mobile processors and the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series laptop GPUs [Alienware m15 R6]
• User-upgradeable 3200Mhz DDR4 memory for the first time on an Alienware 15-inch notebook 

Pricing and Availability

Product

Availability

Starting Price
(PHP)

Alienware m15 Ryzen Edition R5

Mid Oct, 2021

168,990

Alienware m15 R6 

End Oct, 2021

160,490

Alienware x15 

End Oct, 2021

222,990

This year at CES 2020, Dell is announcing their new G5 15 SE (Special Edition)  that is completely powered by AMD for both its CPU and GPU, targeting the budget gamer segment. Dell also announced many concept devices including a handheld gaming device and foldable screen devices.

The Dell G5 15 SE (Special Edition) is a unique laptop in that it uses AMD parts for both its CPU and GPU. For its CPU, its using the latest AMD Ryzen 3rd gen 4000 H series processors and for its GPU, Dell is using the latest AMD Radeon RX 5000M Series graphics. Both chips will work together with using AMD SmartShift technology, ensuring the users get maximum performance balance between the CPU and GPU.

Other features in the laptop include Game Shift macro key, which allows quick launch of game-ready settings and 15.6-inch FHD display panel with the option of 144Hz refresh rate screen, optional four-zone RGB keyboard with WASD and a optional 68WHr battery.

Coming to concept devices, Dell has unveiled some very interesting updates. These devices are meant to only be concepts and are not available for purchase anywhere.

Source: Fonearena