Following are some key questions about an upcoming Today’s Special Value®.
Q: What is the battery life of the Notebook?
A: The Inspiron Duo has a battery life* of up to 4 hours.
*Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2007 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit www.bapco.com. Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product’s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use.
Q: What is Dell Stage Software?
A: When you buy a Dell system equipped with Stage software, you get a one-stop entertainment hub. Download movies, play games, listen to your favorite songs, and stream radio stations. Connect with friends on social networks, and view their Facebook and Flickr photos together in a real-time photo stream. Stage delivers the things you need, right where you need them.
Q: Does the touchscreen still work in Notebook mode?
A: Yes, it does.
Q: Can the user upgrade the memory?
A: No.
Q: Does it have an HDMI connection?
A: No. Neither the Inspiron Duo or the Audio Dock have an HDMI port.
Q: Is the display glossy or anti-glare?
A: Glossy.
Q: Can I buy a 6- or 9-cell battery from Dell?
A: Only a 4-cell battery is available.
Q: Can you use the touchscreen to access the Internet?
A. Yes.
Q: Does this computer/tablet allow for the use of a stylus?
A: Yes, and you can find one included here (E167337).
Q: Is it Wi-Fi enabled?
A: Yes, with b/g/n.
Q: Does the screen have anti-glare for reading outdoors in direct sunlight?
A: No.
Q: What format does the e-reader operate on?
A: It uses Blio.
Q: Can you connect it to your TV screen using the TV as the monitor?
A: It does not come with the connection to hook it up to a television screen.
Q: Can you upgrade the battery or RAM?
A: No.
Q: Are there USB ports in the tablet?
A: Yes, there are two.
Q: Can this be used as a eReader?
A: Yes, there is a Blio eReader which you can access through Book Stage.
Q: When in the Tablet mode, does it have Flash Player capability?
A: Yes, it is Flash capable in all LCD orientations.
Q: Can you adjust the backlighting/display brightness when in tablet mode?
A: Yes, you can use the touchscreen to access the control panel and the display settings.
Q: Can you adjust the font size or color when using as an eReader?
A: Yes. There are three options for text size: Smart Formatting, Original Page Format, and Adaptive Text Size. The background can be set to white, sepia or black.
Q: In tablet mode, the demos only show it used horizontally as a laptop display screen. Does it display vertically as well, like other eReaders?
A: Yes, the Blio eReader can display content in either horizontal or vertical orientation.
Q: How much is the average book or movie?
A: The price to purchase books will vary, from free to over $10.00. Movies can be rented or purchased through duo Stage as well and those prices will vary on the title.
Q: Can you charge this tablet without docking station?
A: Yes, there is an A/C outlet next to the USB ports. That outlet supports a 35W power adapter which is included with the system. The docking station comes with its own 65W adapter.
Q: Does it come with charging cord?
A: Yes.
Q: Does it have access to an app market?
A: You can access applications from any number of markets which support Windows 7 applications.
Q: Does the screen detach?
A: No.
Answers provided by Dell.
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