Dell Unveils Inspiron 15z Ultrabook At Rs 41,990

Dell today launched its Inspiron 15z laptops with optional touchscreen, with the aim of attracting buyers seeking entry-level ultrabooks. This new laptops is priced at Rs 41,990 (without taxes) and runs on Windows 8. 

The all-new Inspiron 15z has a 15.6-inch LED HD display with TrueLife technology and buyers can choose between RAM ranging from 4GB to 8GB. Hard disk options in the device are 500GB SATA or 256GB solid state drive. The device is powered by 3rd generation Intel Core CPUs and features scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass touchscreen. 

Offered with optional Nvidia GeForce GT630M 2GB DDR3 graphics, Inspiron 15z weighs 2.46 kg (touchscreen version) and measures 23mm in thickness. This new ultrabook comes with Waves MaxxAudio 4.0 for sound enhancement and Skullcandy speakers. This laptop also includes a built-in optical drive, Intel Rapid Start Technology and Intel Smart Response Technology. 

Dell XPS With 1080p Priced About $1400

If you're into the "more pixels" ultrabook mantra and suitably flush, the 3 pound Dell XPS 13 with a 13.3-inch 1080p display, now on Dell's shelves, may be your machine. The soon-to-be-private outfit flaunted it at CES 2013, saying it also had a much wider 72 percent color gamut (instead of 45 percent for the 720p models), which definitely jibed with the more brilliant display we saw.

The barrier for entry will be a little dearer than Dell first said, though, as a 3rd-gen Core i5 model with 8GB of RAM, Intel HD 4000 graphics, Windows 8 and a 256GB SSD will run $1,400, $100 more than it first promised.
A 3rd-gen Core i7 model will start at $1,600 with the same specs. You'll be able to grab the latter model by February 14th, while the Core i5 (and lower-priced 720p) versions are in stock and shipping by next day. Considering similar models and the imminent arrival of a certain Mr. Haswell, we hope it won't be a hard sell at that price -- even with the 1080p screen.

[Source: Dell Store]

Acer Launches Aspire V5 Starting At Rs 34,550

Notebooks with touch, a feature that adds much value to the new Windows 8 operating system, are finally becoming cheaper. Acer's new Aspire V5, with prices starting from Rs 34,550, which is the cheapest windows 8 touch laptop available in the market. 

Till now Asus had the cheapest touch laptop in the Vivobook F202E, which costs Rs 39,990. However, this is a 11.6-inch device in comparison to the Aspire V5 which is available in 14- and 15.6-inch sizes. At the entry level, the V5 series will have Pentium Dual Core processors. There will also be models with the newer Intel Core i3 and i5 processors. At less than 20mm thin and weighing slightly over 2 kg, the elegant V5 series is 30 percent slimmer and 10 percent lighter than a traditional notebook, said a release. 

Chief Marketing Officer S Rajendran said touch technology will allow users to integrate with both the virtual and physical environment. "With consumers on the lookout for products that offer ease of use and enhanced user experience, we are confident that consumers will seamlessly adapt to touch technology in their day to day use as touch is a natural instinct to mankind. To address this emerging demand we have launched a series of notebooks on the latest Windows OS."

The devices will come with a 16:9 aspect ratio ideal for movies and games on a power-saving LED backlit screen. They will also feature Dolby Advanced Audio technology.

The Acer Aspire V5 series touch enabled devices are priced between Rs 34,550 and Rs 47,500 according to their specifications. 

Lenovo Launches Ideapad Y & Z Series

PC maker Lenovo today introduced an update of its IdeaPad consumer PCs with the launch of new IdeaPad Y and Z Series laptops.Powered by third generation Intel Core processors, Lenovo’s new notebooks offer consumers a variety of style, color and performance options, designed for the upcoming Windows 8 operating system.

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500, a mobile gaming and multimedia powerhouse. Designed to perform, Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 features the unique UltraBay increased storage space or an additional fan for cooling. 

Whether editing photos and videos or playing computer games, the laptop can handle almost any intensive task. With looks to match the performance, it also features an eye-catching carbon fiber patterned cover, 15.6-inch LED backlit widescreen HD displays, and a dual-layer backlit AccuType keyboard with a large one-piece touchpad. It costs Rs 64,290 (taxes extra).

IdeaPad Z500, is one of the slimmest laptops available in India, without compromising on the processor or graphic performance. It is equipped with up to third generation standard voltage Intel Core i7 processors and is available in two colors, including dark chocolate, enamel white, with a soft-touch exterior and 15.6-inch LED backlit HD widescreen display. It costs Rs 48,990 (taxes extra).