![]() Elements such as the outer finish give it a striking visual appearance while the simple metallic silver and charcoal grey combination on the inside give it a classy and understated look. Moreover, as a design it strikes a lovely balance. This coloured trim is framed by strips of silver either side, while the silver XPS lettering and inset Dell logo are a vast improvement over the rather clownish logos found on the company’s other consumer offerings.Ĭlearly then, the M1330 is something of a departure for Dell. Our unit came in a fetching Crimson Red, while the M1330 is also available in “Tuxedo” Black – it’s remarkable how many kinds of black there are. ![]() ![]() In any case, these finishes are both very attractive and very durable, proving predominantly scratch proof unlike the glossy finishes we see on many notebooks these days. On the outside Dell continues its use of the Microsatin finish we’ve previously seen on the Inspiron 1520, which is reputedly a source of Dell’s production problems. Ultimately this dubious claim isn’t especially important, because it does nothing to add or detract from the M1330s undeniable good looks. Dell also claims that this is the thinnest notebook in its class, though this is somewhat disingenuous because the 22.1mm at its thinnest is only possible thanks to the wedged shaped design. Built around a 13.3in display, the chassis measures a sleek and slender 318 x 238 x 33.8mm (WxDxH) at its bulkiest points and weighs 2kg with a 6-cell battery. Putting these issues aside for a moment: what’s all the fuss about? Take a look at the pictures and you’ll begin to understand, because the XPS M1330 is without a doubt one of the best looking consumer notebooks Dell has made in…well, ever actually. Thankfully, those issues seem to have been alleviated somewhat, though that’ll be of little consolation to those who’ve been waiting for theirs to arrive. ![]() Doubtless anyone who has already ordered one will be able to substantiate this frustration, because Dell has been struggling to fulfil orders of its latest consumer notebook due to some well publicised production issues. Finally! Having waited for what seemed like an age to get our mucky paws on Dell’s latest and possibly greatest consumer notebook, we can bring you a review of the XPS M1330. ![]()
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