Dell Inspiron Mini 12 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Rory Reid

Reviewed on: 27 January 2009

Tags: Dell, Dell Inspiron Mini 12, battery life, ports, Wi-Fi

We like:

Lightweight chassis; large mouse trackpad

We don't like:

Clunky keyboard; Ubuntu version is sloooow

CNET UK judgement:

The Dell Inspiron Mini 12 might appeal if you want a netbook with a slightly larger display than normal. We'd think twice about buying the Ubuntu version, though -- it's simply too slow. The Vista model is quicker, but we can think of other netbooks that offer better features and value for money

Full review:

Traditionalists will tell you that netbooks are super-small, super-light versions of their ultraportable cousins. The folks at Dell, however, disagree. Its new Inspiron Mini 12 combines a large 12.1-inch display with traditional netbook-style components, meaning it straddles the fence between the two classifications. Does this progressive design have a place in your shopping cart? Or is this £329 machine taking the market somewhere it doesn't need to go? Continue Reading...