# Innovative Laptop Remodels Dell Releases the New 'Plus' Version of the 'XPS 13' Laptop Series By Kanesa D | Published 2022-04-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-xps13-plus References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/4/28/23044947/dell-2022-xps-13-plus-now-available-price-specs) & [dell](https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/cty/pdp/spd/XPS-13-9320-laptop?utm_source=narrativ&AID=8836598&cjevent=b7fa4ebac73511ec838700ac0a82b824&publisher=&cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&gacd=9694607-23736398-5750457-266319267-127795103&dgc=af&VEN1=14349898-8836598-VergeDellXPSPlusNewsPost042822-Vox)  [Dell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-xps) debuted the ‘XPS 13’ laptop model back in January at CES 2022, and now the largely successful computer manufacturer is back for a new version of their latest laptop. The ‘XPS 13 Plus’ is now available in silver or graphite, and boasts a 13.4-inch 1920x1200 16:10 aspect ratio display. It also includes an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-xps-2024) 12th Gen Core i5-1240P processor, 60-W USB-C AC adapter, and features two [Thunderbolt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-spectre-x360-14-ef) 4 ports. Notably missing is a headphone jack, so consumers who own wired headphones may have to reconsider this model. The futuristic model adds a touch bar-like row of backlit function keys, a new trackpad, and a keyboard that sits against the chassis. The ‘XPS 13 Plus’ can be upgraded at the time of purchase to include 1080p or 4K touchscreen functionality. There will also be a Developer Edition of the ‘XPS 13 Plus’ that will ship with ‘Ubuntu 20.04.’ The Dell ‘XPS 13 Plus’ is now available on Dell’s website. Image Credit: Dell ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Aspect Ratio Innovation:** The 16:10 aspect ratio display could inspire competitors to explore similar and more unique screen shape designs. - **Function Key Expansion:** The touch bar-like row of backlit function keys could lead to more expanded keyboard designs, possibly including more than one touch bar-like row in future models. - **Operating System Integration:** The release of 'Ubuntu 20.04' with the Developer Edition could encourage other laptop manufacturers to focus more on incorporating and testing for different operating systems in their machines. ### Where This Applies - **Laptop Manufacturing:** Laptop manufacturers could look to incorporate unique components and features to differentiate themselves from competitors and attract new customers. - **Computer Hardware:** Innovations in keyboard designs and screen shape could also impact the computer hardware industry by inspiring new components and technologies for future laptops and computers. - **Software Development:** The release of the 'Ubuntu 20.04' Developer Edition could spur further collaboration between laptop manufacturers and software developers to create more tailored and integrated software and hardware products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refreshed Professional Laptop Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-xps-2024.md) - [Restructured Laptop Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-xps.md) - [Ultra-Thin Productivity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xps-9345.md) - [ARM-Based Windows Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspiron-14-7441-plus.md) - [Upgraded Dual-Screen Lightweight Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbook-duo-2026.md) - [Dual-Display Productivity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-thinkbook-plus.md) - [13-Inch Reversible Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectre-x360-13-5.md) - [Hyper-Portable Micro Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-mini-laptop.md) - [High End Lightweight Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinkpad-x1-extreme.md)