Aside from having some buyer's regret because the price of this item has dropped about 0 since I bought it eight months ago, I have to concede that I like this netbook a lot. I have two full size pc's (a Mac Airbook and a Sony Vaio), but bought this because I needed something small and convenient to take with me on the road as I am not totally enchanted with my Iphone. For the most part, I use this to respond to emails, surf the net,store photos, and access files. It fits into my purse, weighs maybe 2 lbs, boots up quickly, and the 6v battery give me a lot of time (approx. 7-8 hours)on one charge. It even has a camera, but other than initially testing it out I don't use it. The keyboard is scaled down, but easy to use and easy to get used to. I can't comment on Dell phone support because any questions I've had have been answered via the online tutorial.
While this clearly doesn't do everything that a full feature laptop does(no built in cd/rom for starters), I need a pretty basic machine on my travels and am not fussy. I doubt if this would be adequate to support some business applications, but for the casual pc user who doesn't want to lug around a clumsy and/or heavy pc this is a pretty cool substitute.
I have accessorized this with a keyboard cover which does a great job keeping debris where it belongs, a netbook sleeve, and a chill pad.
The netbook is a good substitute for a pc when you don't require a workhorse.
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Brand: Dell
Color: Jade Green
Model: iM10V-2734JGN
Product Description:The Mini 10v is everything you want in a mobile companion and more. It may be small, but you’ll be surprised by all the fun features packed inside. Be productive with a keyboard 92% the size of a traditional laptop keyboard. Enjoy a beautiful view with a seamless display surface1 and 16:9 aspect ratio. And stay connected with advanced wireless options.
Amazon.com Product Description:Dell Inspiron Mini 10v: Jack of All Trades
The highly portable Dell Inspiron Mini 10v (model iM10V-2734JGN) is everything you want in a mobile companion with easy Wi-Fi connectivity for on-the-go productivity, access to your favorite entertainment, and smooth video playback via the brightly colorful 10.1-inch screen. This netbook is powered by the 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor, which is designed especially for mobile devices and features an innovative hafnium-infused circuitry that reduces electrical current leakage in transistors to conserve energy. It also includes a 6-cell battery for up to 6 hours of battery power
 The Dell Inspiron Mini 10v comes in a range of bright colors. |
 The Dell Inspiron Mini 10v in Jade Green. |
 Small and light at just 2.5 pounds, it's great for traveling. |
 The Dell Mini 10v includes three USB ports, a VGA video output, and 3-in-1 memory card reader (red model shown). |
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You'll be able to surf the Web, chat with friends (both via text and using the integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam), and upload on-the-go photos to blogs or social networking sites. Standard built-in Wi-Fi wireless connectivity means quick and easy Internet access to hotspots in the home, on campus, in a local coffee shop, or in the office. It comes in a range of colors, including this model's Jade Green.
It comes pre-installed with the Microsoft Windows 7 Starter operating system, which combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows. It includes new Windows 7 features like Jump Lists to help you to better find and manage files, and connecting to printers and peripherals is easier than ever.
Note: This netbook does not come with an integrated optical drive; you can connect an optional external drive via one of the netbook's USB ports.
Key Features
- Bright 10.1-inch widescreen display (1024 x 600) with a 16:9 aspect ratio is designed to present websites without lots of left-right scrolling, as well as with a smoother line of sight
- 92 percent full-sized, spill-resistant keyboard with curved keys for easy typing.
- 1.6 GHz Intel Atom N270 processor extends battery life and power efficiency to deliver excellent mobile performance and Internet connections on the go (includes 533 MHz front side bus and 512 KB L2 cache)
- 160 GB hard drive (5400 RPM)
- 1 GB of RAM (2 GB maximum capacity from single RAM slot)
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator integrated video processing
- 1.3-megapixel webcam integrated into the display bezel for easy video chats and conferencing
- 54g Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g)
- Three USB 2.0 ports
- VGA video output for connecting to an external monitor
- Stereo speakers with headphone and microphone jacks
- Fast Ethernet (10/100)
- 3-in-1 memory card reader compatible with Secure Digital (SD/SDHC), Multi-Media Card (MMC), and Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) media
- Dell Remote Access enables you to easily access photos, music, movies and more on your home system using another Internet-connected computer. No more waiting until you get home to get the files you need.
- 2 GB of online storage with Box.net. enables you to keep important files online for easy access. Dell has partnered with Box.net to provide 2 GB of free Internet storage for every Inspiron Mini 10 customer. Store, access, collaborate and share any type of file through a secure, simple and intuitive web browser experience. Plus, you can purchase larger accounts to store more files.
- Dell DataSafe Online optional online backup service (additional charges applicable) offers data protection by enabling you to back up data to a safe, remote storage site using a broadband connection. Dell DataSafe Online is designed to be easy, flexible and secure. After setup, it will automatically back up data and help protect against software, hardware and catastrophic failure.
- Windows 7 Starter makes small notebook PCs easier to use because it puts less between you and what you want to do--less waiting, less clicking, less hassle connecting to networks. And Starter combines the latest in reliability and responsiveness with the familiarity and compatibility of Windows.
- Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It's the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you'll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process.
- Pre-loaded software includes Microsoft Works SE 9.0 for word processing and spreadsheet work.
- Up to 6 hours of battery life
- Dimensions: 10.28 x 7.19 x 1.06 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 2.5 pounds
What's in the box
This package includes the Dell Inspiron Mini 10v (iM10V-2734JGN), 6-cell rechargeable battery, AC adapter, and printed documentation. It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty with mail-in service and 24/7 phone support.
The centrally located, easy-to-use Dell Support Center application offers provides personalized support resources. Conveniently located on your PC's desktop with quick links to service, support and system resources. You'll be able to keep your system up-to-date and running efficiently through automated fixes for common configuration issues.
The compact Dell Inspiron Mini 10v. |
Features:
- 1.6GHz Intel N270 Atom Processor
- 1GB System Memory
- 160GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
- 10.1" Display; Integrated Intel Media Accelerator Graphics
- Windows 7 Starter Operating System
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List Price: USD 349.99
Lowest New Price: USD 349.99
Customer Reviews
Love it!
Great little machine for traveling, surfing the internet on the couch and skyping.
The good:
The quality of the keyboard is very good.
The screen quality is better than I expected.
Surprisingly zippy performance. Starting up, especially.
The bad:
The trackpad is too small up and down.It is not very accurate and takes time to get used to.
The battery fits a bit loosely and rattles slightly.
The viewing angle of the screen could be better.
BE AWARE. THE BATTERY THAT COMES WITH THIS IS NOT PICTURED. The battery is double the capacity which is good, but does not sit flush with the bottom of the machine and effectively doubles the thickness of the computer. See the photo here: [...]
The negatives are just to let you know the shortcomings. For a netbook at this price, they are minor at worst. Definitely a great buy.
