The new E6420, seems more solid that its predecessor, but the new design lost its elegant business looks. It looks like Packard Bell LOL. I am not here to bash the new Lat, but just want to discuss on the new design. I myself is Dell fans (my desktop is Dell, laptop is Dell, and server is Dell as well).
I've been looking at the catalog pics (in dell.com) thousand times and trying to like it, but it hasn't worked out yet.
Anyone thoughts?
Reply 1 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
It's nice, but I don't like the orange stripe around the keyboard, what on earth have they done that, the little brother doesn't have it though.
Reply 2 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
I have a lot of opinions about the e6420...its the first computer I've ever returned!
Aesthetically, what I didn't like:
1.) Enormously wide bezel around the LCD.
2.) Thick LCD cover.
3.) Rubbery/"soft touch" palm rest.
4.) Keyboard flex. (way more than e6410)
5.) DVD tray flex (catches on chassis when closing)
6.) 7 screws on the back of the bottom panel, zero on the front.
7.) The lid latch.
8.) The color scheme reminds my of my old hp zt1180 from 1998.
9.) Overall additional bulk due to excessive display bezel and lid thickness.
10.) Stupid, stupid, stupid 16:9 screen...exactly what I want, more blank space on the sides of my web browser.
11.) The 1990's style power brick.
12.) Lid material being a magnet for fingerprints and skin oils. (This will permanently damage the lid surface)
I did like:
1.) The larger touchpad (could be bigger still....)
2.) Adjustable backlit keyboard brightness.
3.) Lid structural rigidity.
4.) OPTIMUS
Aesthetically, what I didn't like:
1.) Enormously wide bezel around the LCD.
2.) Thick LCD cover.
3.) Rubbery/"soft touch" palm rest.
4.) Keyboard flex. (way more than e6410)
5.) DVD tray flex (catches on chassis when closing)
6.) 7 screws on the back of the bottom panel, zero on the front.
7.) The lid latch.
8.) The color scheme reminds my of my old hp zt1180 from 1998.
9.) Overall additional bulk due to excessive display bezel and lid thickness.
10.) Stupid, stupid, stupid 16:9 screen...exactly what I want, more blank space on the sides of my web browser.
11.) The 1990's style power brick.
12.) Lid material being a magnet for fingerprints and skin oils. (This will permanently damage the lid surface)
I did like:
1.) The larger touchpad (could be bigger still....)
2.) Adjustable backlit keyboard brightness.
3.) Lid structural rigidity.
4.) OPTIMUS
Reply 3 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
I actually like the new design direction. It reminds me of the DX20/30 days, the earlier E series systems, while nice (and you could get them in awesome colors!) seemed to look like every other business notebook, pretty plain. I understand why people are into that, look at the many who buy ThinkPad's every year, but one reason I chose Latitude was for it's distinctive (relatively speaking) looks compared to the rest of the competition.
While I haven't gotten my hands on one yet in person, I like the splash of orange around the keyboard, it doesn't appear too noticeable in photos. I also like the port arrangement, the keyboard and trackpad layout (dunno about feel..again..haven't tried yet) and the aesthetic treatment done to the lid. The frosted silver "ring" around the base of the system is a nice touch as well. I do wish they would have continued the color options...perhaps a orange aluminum/textured lid to match the orange ring would be cool.
I wish PC vendor's would figure out a way to have a nicer designed power brick, didn't realize they were the same as last years...which was the same as..welll...you get the point :P
Performance and functionality wise, I'm a bit dismayed by the decision to go 16:9, yet it's understandable considering the pricing and supply pressures vendors like Dell probably have when they try to ask for a 16:10 screen. I'm happy though that they're offering Optimus enabled graphics cards: There's almost no reason for me to choose integrated now, nor choose the 9 cell battery, as people seem to be getting excellent battery life with the 6 cell and switchable graphics.
While I haven't gotten my hands on one yet in person, I like the splash of orange around the keyboard, it doesn't appear too noticeable in photos. I also like the port arrangement, the keyboard and trackpad layout (dunno about feel..again..haven't tried yet) and the aesthetic treatment done to the lid. The frosted silver "ring" around the base of the system is a nice touch as well. I do wish they would have continued the color options...perhaps a orange aluminum/textured lid to match the orange ring would be cool.
I wish PC vendor's would figure out a way to have a nicer designed power brick, didn't realize they were the same as last years...which was the same as..welll...you get the point :P
Performance and functionality wise, I'm a bit dismayed by the decision to go 16:9, yet it's understandable considering the pricing and supply pressures vendors like Dell probably have when they try to ask for a 16:10 screen. I'm happy though that they're offering Optimus enabled graphics cards: There's almost no reason for me to choose integrated now, nor choose the 9 cell battery, as people seem to be getting excellent battery life with the 6 cell and switchable graphics.
Reply 4 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
I have an e6520.
I like the rubberize palm actually.
The bezel on the screen is HUGE. From memory, I'd say about an inch on each side horizontal and even more vertically (of course mine is a 15.6" so FWIW).
The bottom is actually what gets me the most. I've seen people claim it is magnesium alloy, but it feels like plastic, it doesn't get cold like lid (though I think that's aluminum)...so....
Of course the right front corner build quality.
The LCD panel (1600x900) is nice as far as brightness and clarity go.
The speakers are really bad. Like I though my T60 was bad enough.
Keyboard isn't bad...I haven't noticed any flexing really.
I like the rubberize palm actually.
The bezel on the screen is HUGE. From memory, I'd say about an inch on each side horizontal and even more vertically (of course mine is a 15.6" so FWIW).
The bottom is actually what gets me the most. I've seen people claim it is magnesium alloy, but it feels like plastic, it doesn't get cold like lid (though I think that's aluminum)...so....
Of course the right front corner build quality.
The LCD panel (1600x900) is nice as far as brightness and clarity go.
The speakers are really bad. Like I though my T60 was bad enough.
Keyboard isn't bad...I haven't noticed any flexing really.
Reply 5 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
looks ridiculous IMO, i would NOT want to take one of those out in a board room....
the E6X00 and E6X10 series with their brushed covers looked so classy and professional
the E6X00 and E6X10 series with their brushed covers looked so classy and professional
Reply 6 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
I'm actually pretty happy with the design of the laptop and the bottom is metal indeed. feels like plastic but take it off and you will see. Unfortunately myself and many others are having problems with the bottom panel popping off if pressure is applied a certain way. I've sent mine back for repairs but i honestly dont see how they will fix it.
Reply 7 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
I really liked the E6400/E6410 design. Great uses of angles, and the best example of minimalistic design in a laptop I've seen yet. In an age where most laptops are generic looking glossy things with rounded corners, the E6410 is rather unique.
Reply 8 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
Given the design flaws we have already seen with it, plus the unprofessional look, I do not like the new refresh at all. Besides who wants an orange trim around the keyboard...ugh.
Reply 9 : Your thoughts on Latitude E6420 design
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Originally Posted by Tsunade_Hime 
I do not like the new refresh at all. Besides who wants an orange trim around the keyboard...ugh.
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Sorry. Just having a little fun.FWIW... I'm not real fond of the orange stripe either... I'll update with my impressions after getting it in my hands next week.
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