Reading up on Dell
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- Dell Stock Snaps 8-Day Winning Streak Even as AI Server Rivals Soar<!-- --> - Barron's
Dell's stock fell on Tuesday, ending an eight-day winning streak, while competitors in the AI server market saw significant gains.
- Data centers are transitioning from AC to DC
HN commenters debate the practicality of transitioning data centers to DC power, noting it's been used for decades but faces chicken-and-egg adoption challenges.
- Ask HN: Quality of recent gens of Dell/Lenovo laptops worse than 10 years ago?
A user reports that recent Dell and Lenovo laptops have worse build quality than older models, with battery and charging port failures, and seeks durable alternatives.
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The Dell outlet can be a great place to pick up an XPS if you're okay with a refurbished unit and want to save some money with the industry-wide price increases. https://outlet.us.dell.com/GDOOnline/Online/InventorySearch?c=us&l=en&pFilter=eyJQcm9kdWN0QnJhbmQiOlsiMTAwNzAiXSwiRmFtaWx5TmFtZSI6WyIyOTE0OSJdLCJQcm9jZXNzb3IiOlsiNTc5MDA5Il19
@SpencerGBull
I did hear that this is a great way to get your hands on an XPS for Omarchy 🤣 Here is my recommended config: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/new-xps-14-laptop/spd/xps-da14260-laptop/useda14260hbtshyzc
@SpencerGBull
Great to see Dell collecting their well-deserved accolades for the XPS 13. And doubly so that YouTube reviewers are now focusing so much on Linux compatibility! The XPS 13 is a great choice for an Omarchy terminal/agent deck. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2B7oI0FYqo
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