Slim, Stylish and Well-Connected: Introducing the Dell Inspiron Mini 12

-- New Addition to the Dell Inspiron Mini Line Expands Personalization Options

-- Available First in Japan Through Bic Camera, Kojima and Sofmap Stores

-- Includes Windows Vista Home Basic, Webcam and Bluetooth

ROUND ROCK, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Dell today introduced the Inspiron(TM) Mini 12, a small, easy-to-carry Internet companion that you can fine tune to fit your specific needs and deeds. Like its counterpart the Inspiron Mini 9, the Mini 12 is ideal for teens, tweens, travelers and "Tweeters" to surf the Web(1), chat with friends, blog, stream content, upload photos or enjoy online videos, music and games.

The Inspiron Mini 12 is available initially only in Japan through Bic Camera, Kojima and Sofmap stores and other retail outlets. It will launch online globally by late November with configurations starting under $600 (U.S.). Ubuntu and Windows XP(R) operating systems also will be available before the end of the year.

    The News:

    --  With a starting weight of only 2.72 lbs.(1) and only 0.92 in.
        thick(1), current standard features on the Inspiron Mini 12
        include:

        --  Windows Vista(R) Home Basic, built-in webcam, 1GB of RAM
            and a choice of 60 GB or 80 GB hard drive(1), providing
            ample capacity for mobile applications, content creation
            and storage.

        --  Built-in Bluetooth(R) and 802.11b/g wireless.

        --  A sharp 12.1-inch WXGA display, offering wider viewing
            angles and exceptional brightness.

    --  Dell provides a variety of service offerings and add-on
        options to help ensure devices are easy to use and maintain
        optimal performance, including:

        --  Dell Support Center: Quickly access Dell service and
            support from an icon on your desktop that provides
            automated fixes, software upgrades and tools to help keep
            your system up-to-date and running efficiently.

        --  DellConnect(TM) Remote Assistance(1): Dell experts help
            diagnose and solve PC problems via an Internet connection
            (available only on Windows-based systems).

If you are on Twitter and would like to join the conversation about the Inspiron Mini 12, follow www.twitter.com/hashtags, type your comment and end your tweet with #mini12.

(1) Wireless access: Where wireless access is available. Additional
     access charges apply in some locations.
    Device weight: Weights vary depending on configuration and
     manufacturing variability.
    Device dimensions: Dimensions for Mini 12 thinness range from
     0.92-1.09 in.
    Available operating system and hard drive options might vary by
     country.
    DellConnect not used for all incidents. Internet connection
     required. Go online for details at www.dell.com/dellconnect.
    Dell Inspiron and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.

Links to:

    Dell Japan:
http://www1.jp.dell.com/content/default.aspx?c=jp&l=jp&s=gen

    CNET 10 Most Cutting-Edge Products of 2008:
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-18438_7-10051963-82.html?tag=nl.e501

    Inspiron Mini 9 video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWgODoheDAo

    Your Blog: http://snurl.com/4oh28

    Vibe review: http://snurl.com/4oh32

    TheStreet.com review:
http://www.thestreet.com/print/story/10440967.html

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Source: Dell Inc.

Released October 26, 2008