Dell XPS M1530 Multimedia Notebook Ships

Dell's new XPS M1530 notebook brings a fresh new look to the company's portable PC line-up, with standard features that include a high definition widescreen 15.4-inch display, slot-load optical drive, DirectX 10 capable graphics, touch sensitive media buttons, plus an HD Blu-ray disc drive and HDMI support. The XPS M1530 also comes with noise cancelation earbuds, a travel remote control that stores away in the ExpressCard card slot, built-in webcam, and fingerprint reader. Three configurations are available now with prices starting at $999, $1,099, and $1,499.

The XPS M1530 includes Dell’s useful MediaDirect and Instant Office technology for fast one-button access to music, movies, pictures, calendar items and contacts without booting up the system. A choice of three colors are available, including standard Tuxedo Black, Crimson Red, and Alpine White.