DELL TECHNOLOGIES ELEVATES THE HYBRID WORK EXPERIENCE
Updates to the portfolio of intelligent and secure commercial PCs with built-in AI solidify Dell as the anywhere device
Story Highlights
- Expansion of AI-powered software suite drives greater collaboration, privacy and connectivity
- New sustainable materials across more products and packaging designed to help reduce environmental impact
- Updates across portfolio pushes new standards – introducing a powerful 14-inch mobile workstation; a small 14-inch 16:10 business PC and Dell’s first docking station with a wireless charging stand for Qi-enabled smartphones and earbuds
VIETNAM – April 4, 2022 – Team members have a new set of expectations when it comes to work. Technology that does what it was intended to do is now table stakes and building a strong employee experience is paramount. That’s why Dell Technologies (NYSE:DELL) is revealing a new portfolio of intelligent PCs, accessories, software and services to help solidify the future of hybrid work.
“Hybrid work is no longer an afterthought or a privilege, it is the standard,” says Ed Ward, president, Client Product Group, Dell Technologies. “While employees are moving between locations to get work done, creating a productive experience is the priority. Our latest commercial portfolio continues to put collaboration, intelligence and security at the forefront, with increased investments that meet the diverse needs of people both today and in the future.”
According to new research from Dell Technologies,[i] 44% of people want their leaders to empower them to choose their preferred working pattern and provide the necessary tools and infrastructure to do their jobs. Dell’s latest commercial portfolio aims to help IT teams deploy the best tools for the job.
Greater intelligence for an enhanced hybrid workstyle
At the forefront of Dell’s commercial portfolio sits Dell Optimizer, an integrated artificial intelligence software suite that powers Dell’s intelligent PCs with built-in AI – driving a more collaborative and personalized experience. New capabilities advance today’s hybrid workforce as people work from multiple locations, face increasing privacy risks and combat interruptions.
- Privacy: With a comprehensive suite of new Intelligent Privacy features, users can conceal sensitive information on their screen if an intruder is detected, and the PC can automatically dim when the user looks away from the screen to protect data and conserve power.
- Connectivity: Dell Optimizer features simultaneous multi-network connection that lets users connect to two wired or wireless networks at once for faster data transfers and downloads. It also delivers less buffering and up to 30% lower latency.[ii]
- Collaboration: Dell Optimizer features improved neural-noise cancellation to sense the worker’s surroundings, further reducing unwanted background noise for the user and others on the call.
Dell Optimizer elevates its manageability by introducing modular installation. Users and IT admins alike now have the flexibility to choose which features to install.
Amplifying every aspect of work
Dell is launching new products for business leaders and users who need portability and performance – all with 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and the latest connectivity options, including 5G and Intel® Wi-Fi 6E.
- The Latitude 9430 is an ultra-premium laptop or 2-in-1 offering the world’s smallest 14-inch 16:10 business PC and the best screen-to-body ratio on a 14-inch business PC.[iii] Available in a new metallic graphite color, it also contains a new FHD camera for clearer video calls.
- Dell’s extremely portable yet durable Latitude 7330 Ultralight configuration is a small and light 13.3-inch premium commercial 16:9 laptop. Weighing 2.13lbs/0.967 kg,[iv] it incorporates all the ports required to balance productivity in a high-quality form factor without compromising Latitude grade reliability.
- With increased video conferencing usage putting more strain on systems, the new Latitude 7000 series will feature higher performance processors and DDR5 memory options, while also improving thermals and acoustics. Pair the Latitude 2-in-1s with the new Dell Premier Rechargeable Active Pen, an active pen with Tile location tracking that can be located via Bluetooth. Dell will also update its Latitude 5000 series and introduce a new Latitude 3330.
Creators and engineers can maximize performance and portability with new Dell mobile workstations, plus ecosystem solutions.
- The new Precision 5470 comes with up to 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 processors, 64GB of DDR5 memory,[v] 4TB of storage and a choice of NVIDIA RTX™ A1000 Graphics. Dell also introduces its thinnest and smallest 15- and 17-inch mobile workstations, the Precision 5570 and 5770.[vi]
- Business and creative professionals can enhance their work in 4K clarity on the Dell UltraSharp 32 and 27 4K USB-C Hub Monitors. These are Dell’s first monitors to feature groundbreaking IPS Black technology, providing rich contrast, deep blacks and improved viewing angles that boost a dual monitor usage experience. Along with the 16:10 Dell UltraSharp 30 USB-C Hub Monitor, these monitors offer wide color coverage, ComfortView Plus for enhanced eye comfort, multitasking features and a host of connectivity ports.
As people transition between workspaces, ecosystem devices and IT services are essential for a seamless and simple experience.
- The compact Dell Dual Charge Dock is Dell’s first laptop docking station with a wireless charging stand for Qi-enabled smartphones and earbuds that can support up to dual 4K monitors, perfect for a home office. The new and upgraded Dell ThunderboltTM Dock, with its future-ready modular design, supports easy upgradability from the previous generation, delivers lightning-fast charging via Thunderbolt™ 4 and is ideal for connecting multiple 4K displays, devices and peripherals in a typical office setup. The new Dell Universal Dock – best suited for shared hoteling workspaces – offers a consistent experience for any USB-C laptop and the highest number of ports in a universal dock.[vii]
In the era of conferencing, the new Dell Speakerphone and Dell Slim Conferencing Soundbar are Dell’s most intelligent Microsoft Teams certified speakerphone and soundbar. They feature AI noise cancellation that reduces background noise, while preserving the clarity of human voices so users can enjoy a richer and clearer audio experience.
Sustainability & security
Sitting at the core of every product is Dell’s commitment to sustainability and security. The new Dell portfolios feature even more sustainable materials. New packaging is made of 100% recycled and renewable materials[viii] – and is fully recyclable[ix] – and will be shipping on all new Latitude laptops, Precision Mobile Workstations and the XPS 13 devices, giving Dell the opportunity to make impact at scale.
Dell also offers secure commercial PCs – employing both software-based, above the operating system (OS) protections, and hardware-based, below the OS capabilities, to defend against current and future threats. New to all Dell Latitude devices is a Self-Healing Image Recovery that provides OS restoration after a catastrophic issue.
[i] Dell Technologies Breakthrough Study. Fieldwork conducted August – October 2021.
[ii] Based on testing performed by Dell in June 2020, comparing performance with ExpressConnect enabled and disabled. Actual results may vary.
[iii] Based on Dell internal analysis, October 2021.
[iv] Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability.
[v] System memory may be used to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors.
[vi] Based on internal analysis March 2022.
[vii] Based on Dell internal analysis, November 2021.
[viii] Dell’s new premium packaging is made from 100% recycled or renewable materials and is the first to meet our 2030 Moonshot goal. Approximately 78% recycled content and 22% renewable content in the form of FSC paper fibers. Excludes optional items added to order and included in box.
[ix] Dell’s new notebook packaging is 100% recyclable. Paper packaging materials can be recycled via municipal recycling, where available. System bag is made from recycled plastic and can be recycled along with other thin plastics.