Dell refreshes XPS 13, debuts 2-in-1 laptop

Dell XPS 11

Dell updates its 13.3-inch XPS 13 with the new 4^th-generation Intel Core processors, Intel HD 4400 graphics, and improved battery life. The tech company also introduced a new thin and light 2-in-1 Ultrabook named the XPS 11. It features what Dell calls a “tablet-first design will laptop functionality.” The XPS 11 switches from tablet to laptop with its 360-degree rotating hinge design. It has a Quad HD (2560 x 1440) display with True Color for its 11.6-inch screen. The XPS 13 and XPS 11 both retail for $999.99.

Twitter updates Windows Phone app, adds in-stream translation for 54 languages

Twitter adds Bing-powered in-stream translation for 54 languages to its Windows Phone app, among other features introduced to the social network’s app. Tweets can also now be displayed on the lock screen, which can come in handy when Nokia “Glance” is released for the platform. Other updates include upgraded search functionality, discovery features, and a new dark theme option suited for Windows Phone aesthetic.

Dell unveils new Venue tablets

Dell Venue 8 Pro

There is a new line of Dell Venue tablets ranging from 8- to 11-inch Windows-powered tablets to 7- to 8-inch Android devices. The Venue 8 Pro ($299.99) and Venue 11 Pro ($549.99) are Windows 8.1 tablets with Microsoft Office integration and additional security services such as Dell Enterprise. The tablets can run up to 4^th generation Intel Core i5 processors. Meanwhile, the Venue 7 ($149.99) and Venue 8 ($179.99) devices are Android-based tablets running on Intel Atom Z2760 Clover Trail processors.

HP introduces ultra-thin Chromebook

 

HP has unveiled a new, ultra-thin Chromebook 11 equipped with an 11.6-inch IPS panel and a Chromebook-first USB charging feature. Made in collaboration with Google, the Chromebook 11 is a 2.3 lbs. machine with a touted six-hour battery life, ARM processor, and 100GB Google Drive storage. It comes in a white with blue, red, yellow, or green accents, or traditional black form factor.