Gamers looking to buy a portable computer often fumble over a simple choice: netbook or tablet? Tablets are flashy and fun, with touch-screens that make online casino games more fun to play. Netbooks on the other hand are good for business too, and the fact that they have a keyboard makes them more versatile than tablets.
"There are times that you have to do work. Tablets are great for entertainment, but they aren’t exactly conducive to productivity,” said Dell executive Dave Zavelson as he revealed the new device at the Intel Developer Forum on Tuesday.
The new Dell Inspiron duo is a device for people who can't make up their mind. A unique swivel-screen design lets it transform from a standard netbook to a fancy tablet with little effort. From tablet mode, users pop open the case and flip the screen to transform the device into a netbook.
"There are times that you have to do work. Tablets are great for entertainment, but they aren’t exactly conducive to productivity,” said Dell executive Dave Zavelson as he revealed the new device at the Intel Developer Forum on Tuesday.
The device will sport a 10 inch display and a dual-core Atom processor. Details about connectivity, memory, and storage have not yet been revealed. The price is also being held back, though the device should be ready to ship before the end of the year.
“What makes the Inspiron duo unique is its dual personality – it transforms seamlessly between a tablet that delivers an immersive entertainment experience to a ultra-mobile laptop with a keyboard enabling instant productivity on the go,” a Dell spokeswoman said.
While the device will likely come with a hefty price tag, it is sure to appeal to casino players, who can switch between the fun tablet mode and the more productive netbook mode with little effort. It’s basically the perfect gaming netbook!
