Vodafone to Sell Dell Mini-Laptop Computers

Vodafone has announced that it will start selling Dell's Inspiron Mini 9 mini-laptop computer will be sold with built-in mobile broadband, exclusively through Vodafone stores and online, and directly from Dell, in key European markets.

Available from late September, the Inspiron Mini 9 will feature built-in mobile broadband from Vodafone. Weighing in at only 1.035 kg, the Inspiron Mini 9 features a sealed keyboard and reliable solid state disc (SSD) memory storage, 8.9-inch glossy LED display (1024x600), and built-in webcam.

Andrew Sangster, Director of PC Connectivity, Vodafone commented "The recent acceleration in the take up of mobile broadband has demonstrated just how hungry consumers are for Internet access. Building on our long relationship with Dell, the availability of the Inspiron Mini 9 will further enhance what a customer can achieve with mobile broadband whilst on the move. Today's announcement marks the next step in the evolution of mobile broadband services bringing mobile broadband into the hands of many more customers."

Michael Lombardo, VP & General Manager, Consumer, Dell Europe said "Technology has become an essential part of how people connect with one another - whether it's surfing the Web, chatting with friends, keeping updated on the latest news, sharing photos or social networking. Dell is committed to providing consumers with technology that allows them to connect any place, any time with mobile broadband."

Details of country availability and pricing will be made available in coming weeks.

Posted to the site on 4th September 2008