Computing

There is no hiding this trend: laptops are getting thinner and thinner this season. And Dell is hoping on and has cut the pants size on its Inspirons down with its 14z and 15z.

Joining the Dell Inspiron 11z, the new “Z” models have thinner, lighter bodies. Both are an inch thin and feature new Intel ULV processors including Intel Core 2 Solo, Core 2 and Core 2 Duo. The 14z has a 16:9 14-inch display and the 15z a 15.6-inch one.

All models will be configurable on Dell.com with up to 500GB 7200RPM hard drives, 8GB of RAM and 4 or 6 cell batteries. All models have a optical drive. The Inspiron 14z and 15z are available in black or red and and have a starting price of $US599. [Dell]