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Vodafone scores exclusive deal with Dell on Inspiron Mini 9 with built-in HSDPA September 09, 2008 [mobile PCs (Tablet PC, mini-PC, ...)] | By Edward J. R. We don't cover regular netbooks (i.e. cheap subnotebooks) here, but only those that offer embedded cellular connectivity. 
While T-Mobile Germany previously announced that they will be selling Asus Eee PC with built-in HSDPA, now Vodafone corporation (headquarters, not just some local division) is announcing that it has a deal with Dell, thanks to which Vodafone will be selling Dell Inspiron Mini 9 netbook with built-in HSDPA although it is not available through Dell itself with this option! While it is unknown when (if at all) Asus Eee PC with built-in HSDPA is coming, LG has already announced a netbook based on MSI Wind that will have built-in HSDPA so Dell's decision to give exclusivity to Vodafone may be big mistake after all... More information from Vodafone corporation follows. * * * * * Dell and Vodafone Announce European Retail Agreement to Offer Dell’s Inspiron Mini 9 To Be Sold in Europe Through Key Vodafone Operating Companies Vodafone and DellTM today announced that Dell’s Inspiron Mini 9 ultra-mobile device 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, featuring built-in mobile broadband from Vodafone, will deliver the utmost flexibility, reliability and speed for email and Internet browsing on-the-go without the need for an additional modem. Digital nomads and avid web surfers alike will be able to connect anytime, anywhere, whether on the road, or on-the-go, while surfing the Web, chatting with friends, or enjoying their favourite online videos and music. Simple & Stylish, Solid Construction Weighing in at only 1.035 kg, the Inspiron Mini 9 is the perfect Internet companion, delivering maximum connectivity in a slim, sleek, piano black design. Its features, including sealed keyboard and reliable solid state disc (SSD) memory storage, bright 8.9-inch glossy LED display (1024x600), and built-in webcam, are designed to offer the customer easy, convenient Internet browsing, instant messaging, and rapid music and video downloads. 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.  Post your comment (free registration is required to post, but if you register you can edit your posts later)
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