Search the Community

Dell has created great all-around premium laptops: just pick your ideal size and deal with a few design quirks. View the full article

Even if you buy the parts and construct the PC yourself, you can't beat the value of this RTX 4090-powered Dell XPS desktop PC. View the full article

A good PC monitor is like a good pair of glasses – until you try it, you don’t realise how much you need it. That’s equally true whether you’re creating presentations for college or the board, fragging enemies across alien worlds, browsing online shopping sites, or streaming the latest blockbuster in 4K. Whatever your need, Dell and its subsidiary Alienware have plenty of monitors that will suit you. Ahead of the curve (Image credit: Dell) Both Dell and Alienware make curved monitors, to keep you immersed in whatever you’re doing. The curved design gives it a wraparound feel, which is helped by the 21:9 aspect ratio, making it wider and less tall than the traditional 16:9. Get lost in imaginary worlds, zero in on the financial details, lap up every pixel of your holiday photos – it’s all made easier by the curved design. Dell’s curved monitors are available in a range of sizes, including the Dell 34-inch curved USB-C monitor. Easy on the eye (Image credit: Dell) Some monitors dial the image processing up to 11 and let the user deal with the fallout. It’s an assault on the senses. While Dell monitors have the most advanced image quality technologies, they present the picture in a way that’s easier on the eye, creating a more natural, lifelike viewing experience that in turn is more immersive and engrossing. High contrast ratios create a greater difference between the light and dark parts of the picture, with more subtleties in between. This creates an image with more depth, making it appear more realistic. Some Dell monitors feature ComfortView Plus, which reduces blue light emissions while still delivering excellent colour. Because the mode is always on, you don’t have to do a thing, just sit back and enjoy the stellar picture quality. You can tilt and adjust the height of Dell monitors too, positioning them perfectly for your setup. So it’s goodbye to aches and strains. Seamless switching (Image credit: Dell) Most people know you can connect an external monitor to your desktop or laptop to use two screens at once, but did you know you can connect two PCs to a single monitor? Dell monitors – like the Dell 27 4K USB-C monitor – support Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM), Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and Picture-by-Picture (PBP), meaning a single keyboard and mouse can switch between connected PCs, letting you flit between them without any unplugging or plugging in required. Double the fun. Dell Easy Arrange lets you organise multiple applications on your desktop and snap them into a template quickly and easily, keeping everything organised. And with multiple HDMI ports alongside USB-C, you can hook up a laptop, games console and streaming stick all at once. Dell Gaming monitors have ridiculously fast response times, giving you a competitive advantage. And with AMD FreeSync meaning no screen tearing or stuttering for buttery smooth gameplay, no lag, and sky high refresh rates, you’d be a fool to use anything else. Game on (Image credit: Alienware) If gaming is your priority, an Alienware monitor from Dell’s offshoot brand will fit the bill. For example, the Alienware 27 Gaming Monitor can be customised to meet your needs. The size can be adjusted to 25, 32 or 34 inches (as well as the 27-inch model), and you can pick from either high-definition or ultra high-definition resolutions. It comes with a QD-OLED panel, Fast IPS or Fast IPS Nano Colour, and you get a choice of three refresh rates: 165Hz, 240Hz or 360Hz. It all makes for smooth, consistent performance, ultra low latency and crystal clear graphics. It’s a joy to behold too, with the Legend 2.0 design in Lunar Light seamlessly integrating into any gamer’s battle station. You also get 360-degree ventilation, the AlienFX lighting signature, improved cable management, and a fully adjustable stand and height adjustment for those long weekend sessions. There’s even an innovative hanger that extends from the side, so you can hang up your headset when not in use. Gamers, students, professionals, and casual web users will all find something to like in the portfolio of Dell displays. And with a huge range of price points, specs and features available, it really does offer something for everyone. View the full article

Dell has revealed a new partnership with Nvidia aiming to help enterprises adopt more artificial intelligence by addressing the complexities involved with deploying AI. The announcement at Nvidia GTC 2024 puts an emphasis on the new Dell AI Factory with Nvidia, an initiative designed to accelerate AI integration across various industries, designed for training, tuning, and running AI models – or as Dell puts it, “the entire GenAI lifecycle.” The fully end-to-end AI enterprise solution will integrate Dell’s compute, storage, client device, software, and service capabilities with Nvidia’s AI infrastructure and software. Dell and Nvidia AI partnership UK SVP for Dell, Steve Young, emphasized the user-friendly nature of the company’s collaborative efforts with Nvidia: “Our partnership with NVIDIA allows us to deliver to our customers a straightforward and agile way of managing intricate AI requirements.” Dell also confirmed it is introducing a rack scale, high-density, liquid-cooled architecture based on the Nvidia Grace Blackwell Supership and that its PowerEdge XE9680 servers will also support new Nvidia GPU models, such as the B200 Tensor Core GPU, which promises up to 15x higher AI inference performance and improved efficiency. “Together, Nvidia and Dell are helping enterprises create AI factories to turn their proprietary data into powerful insights," Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang commented. Dell AI Factory is available through Dell APEX subscriptions, which means enterprises will benefit from pay-as-you-go flexibility without a large upfront investment. Also available through traditional channels, Dell AI Factory with Nvidia is now generally available. More from TechRadar Pro These are the best AI tools and best AI writersNokia and Nvidia team up for AI-powered mobile networksCheck out our roundup of the best small business servers View the full article

Dell has a new range of XPS laptops for 2024, and these XPS 13, XPS 14 and XPS 16 notebooks arrived on February 20. You might well be curious as to what innovations these devices bring with them – and why you should consider buying an XPS from Dell. This article will dive into the all-new trio of laptops, which are designed for people across the board, from the average notebook user through to the tech enthusiast, as well as creators, gamers, and workers (remote, or otherwise). Everyone is catered for with the new XPS family, which is part of a new category of AI PCs that allow a range of users to take advantage of on-device AI. (Image credit: Dell) New XPS family members for 2024 Dell has made some fundamental changes to the XPS range this year, adjusting the size of the laptops and offering new screen sizes designed to meet the needs of portability and creativity. The Dell XPS 13 is the one model that remains the same size (13.4-inches), but it’s slightly lighter, yet still offers great battery life. New for 2024 is the XPS 14, which is more compact than last year’s XPS 15, weighing significantly less than that model (over 220 grams less, in fact!), sporting a 14.5-inch display. Despite shrinking its form-factor to something more portable, the new XPS 14 again offers impressive amounts of battery longevity. At the top-end of the range, Dell has brought in the new XPS 16, which is 11% smaller than last year’s XPS 17, and weighs less (by 180 grams). It’s super-thin (just 18mm) with a 16.3-inch screen. (Image credit: Dell) XPS advantages Each of these new Dell XPS laptops boasts a number of innovations which make the range compelling prospects for buyers across the board. For starters, all the new XPS notebooks offer the latest Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra processors (also known as Meteor Lake). These chips don’t just offer peppy performance, but they’re power-efficient, and supercharge AI experiences too. Intel’s (R) Core (TM) Ultra processors are capable of running even demanding apps smoothly, with plenty of power under the hood. Furthermore, a fresh addition for this generation of silicon is an NPU. That’s a Neural Processing Unit which accelerates AI workloads, delivering even better performance and efficiency for those tasks that are becoming increasingly common in the modern world. In short, all these notebooks pack the power and performance you need for even complex projects or tasks, or for that matter, kicking back to relax with some gaming. Dell’s XPS laptops also share a stylish and iconic design, with premium materials used in their construction, which you can see from the chassis through to the keyboard and of course the display that’s the jewel in the crown here. (Image credit: Dell) Surrounded by Dell’s trademark InfinityEdge ultra-thin bezels, these notebooks offer options on OLED and LCD screens (both standard displays and touchscreens). They’re upgraded panels that boast breath-taking levels of detail, brightness and contrast. They also boast HDR support in many cases, along with variable refresh rate support (up to 120Hz). The OLED screens in particular are jaw-dropping, and with more vivid colours and deeper blacks, they’re a great choice for photo or video editing for example, and indeed the entertainment side of the equation, such as watching movies or gaming. Whether you’re enjoying Netflix on the move or working on a spreadsheet, the other important commonality with these XPS laptops is that they offer plentiful battery life. All models will give you up to 14 hours (or more) of Netflix streaming according to Dell’s figures. Furthermore, these XPS notebooks also benefit from ExpressCharge tech, which charges up to 80% of battery life in 60 minutes. (Image credit: Dell) Whichever XPS model you choose, you’ll be sure to benefit from not only the above advantages, but you can also expect crystal-clear video chats thanks to a Full HD webcam complemented by intelligent (AI-powered) features. In short, when it comes to video meetings or chats, you’ll look your best and always be heard. A myriad of extra touches and attention to detail, such as large keycaps for a keyboard which gives a truly comfortable typing experience, and a touchpad augmented with haptic feedback, are also provided with the new XPS range. (Image credit: Dell) Which is the best new XPS laptop for you? If you’re a student or an everyday user – and especially if you want to take your laptop with you, wherever you go, quite often – the obvious choice is the revamped XPS 13. That’s because it’s so very compact, thin and light, yet it still packs seriously impressive battery life that’ll keep you working or playing for a long time away from a power socket. With an Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra 5 or Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra 7 processor on board, this gives you plenty of horsepower to tackle your daily workload, or engage in some casual gaming to wind down. The all-new XPS 14 is remarkably portable, too, but offers more performance grunt with the Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra 7 processor than the XPS 13 for power users on the move. It still sports excellent levels of battery life, plus you get the option of adding a discrete GPU for an even more powerful notebook to tackle the likes of rendering or more demanding creative tasks (or gaming). The XPS 14 represents the most potent blend of performance and portability overall, and it’s ideal for creative professionals and remote working. TechRadar said of this device: “The Dell XPS 14 could be the next great ultraportable laptop.” Finally, at the top of the tree is the XPS 16, which remains a relatively sleek laptop despite the high level of performance on offer with either the Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra 9 processor or the Intel (R) Core (TM) Ultra 7 processor. You can specify a discrete GPU if needed, and creatives, engineers or programmers will find this model to be a powerhouse portable capable of dealing with the most demanding needs. In short, the XPS 16 is an ideal choice for the kind of power users who will be working with the laptop at their desk for a good deal of the time (but with the flexibility to take the notebook to meetings when needed). The XPS 16 also has the power to accomplish laptop gaming with some considerable finesse, and Dell’s 16.3-inch 4K OLED screen does justice to any content, whether it’s work or play. (Image credit: Dell) Tidy bonuses A further boon to bear in mind is that Dell XPS laptops are environmentally-friendly. These devices are manufactured utilising low carbon aluminium, along with recycled aluminium and glass, plus the packaging for the notebooks is made from 100% recycled or renewable content (and is fully recyclable itself). Additionally, Dell’s supply chain only partners with the most sustainable of companies, with Intel being voted by Barrons as one of America’s most sustainable firms. Furthermore, also note that Dell Rewards members get 5,000 bonus points when purchasing the new XPS 13, XPS 14 or XPS 16 (this offer is valid until April 1*), as a bonus incentive. Whatever your preferred new Dell XPS laptop, you can head over to the Dell store right now and pick up a powerhouse of a portable. *Join the Dell rewards program for free to get exclusive offers and other benefits. The XPS Dell Rewards promotion is only valid for Dell Rewards members from February 20 to April 1. See full program terms at Dell Rewards | Dell UK. View the full article

Dude - Dell's been expanding community outreach and becoming more involved in the cloud-native community. Alan Shimel talks with Brad Maltz about the shift. View the full article

Dell Technologies and Microsoft unveiled a platform that tightly integrates an on-premises IT environment with the Azure cloud. View the full article

Dell Technologies today launched Project Apex, an initiative that promises to significantly expand its ambition to deliver IT as a service from the edge to the public cloud. Announced at the online Dell Technologies World 2020 conference, this initiative builds on the Dell Technologies Cloud Platform through which Dell manages IT infrastructure as service on […] The post Dell Launches Project Apex to Deliver IT as a Service appeared first on DevOps.com. View the full article