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  • Dell To Layoff 12,500 Workers, Focus On AI Products And Services In Major Shift |

    Dell Layoff: US Based computer maker Dell Inc. announced a significant reorganization of its sales division which will involve some layoffs. This move is aimed at modernizing their operations and putting more emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI). According to Business Insider, Dell shared in an internal memo that it plans to centralize its sales teams and create a new unit dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI).

    The exact number of employees affected hasn’t been officially confirmed. However, it’s estimated that around 12,500 people which is about 10 percent of Dell’s workforce have been impacted, as per Newsbyte report.

    The memo, called “Global Sales Modernization Update,” was sent by senior executives Bill Scannell and John Byrne. It outlined the company’s plans to simplify management layers and refocus investments. Bill Scannell, president of global sales and operations, and John Byrne, president of sales for Global Theaters and Dell Technologies Direct informed employees, “We are getting leaner. We’re streamlining management layers and reprioritizing our investments.”

    The announcement sparked a wave of reactions on social media including LinkedIn and Reddit. Employees expressed a mix of anger and uncertainty about the future especially in light of the ongoing mass layoffs in the tech industry. One former Dell employee described the layoffs as a “bloodbath” on LinkedIn while another shared that he was let go after 24 years with the company.

    Dell isn’t the only tech giant facing layoffs. Just last week, Intel announced plans to save 10 billion dollars by 2025 which involves cutting about 15,000 jobs, or 15 percent of its workforce.

  • Dell Latitude 7455 Copilot+ AI PC Launched In India With AI Features Under Rs 1.5 Lakh; Check Specs, Price |

    New Delhi: Dell Technologies has rolled out the new Dell Latitude 7455 Copilot+ AI PC in the Indian market. The newly launched laptop supports Copilot+ features on Windows 11. It is powered by Qualcomm’s latest Arm processors -the Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus.

    The device is equipped with AI features like Cocreator and Live Captions that are touted to improve user productivity.

    Dell Latitude 7455 Laptop Price And Availability:

    The Dell Latitude 7455 price in India starts at Rs. 1,49,990. The AI-powered laptop is currently available for purchase in the country via the Dell India website. It is offered in a Titan Gray shade color option.

    They should also be available for purchase via e-commerce websites and retail stores across the country.

    Dell Latitude 7455 Laptop Specifications:

    The newly launched laptop features a 14-inch Quad-HD+ (2,560 x 1,600 pixels) IPS touchscreen anti-glare display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 400 nits of peak brightness. It also includes ComfortView Plus Low Blue Light certification for reduced eye strain.

    Equipped with a 54Wh battery, the laptop can be charged using a 65W AC adapter via a USB Type-C port. Users can leverage Cocreator to generate AI images from prompts or utilize Live Captions to translate live or pre-recorded audio from a selection of 44 languages ​​into English.

    The Windows Studio effects allow users to adjust lighting or filters during video calls. Adding further, the laptop’s neural processing unit (NPU) enhances overall efficiency with AI-backed functionality.

    For connectivity, the Dell Latitude 7455 supports Wi-Fi 7, 5G, and Bluetooth 5.4.

  • Dell Rolls Out New Commercial PC Portfolio In India With AI Features; Check Price, Specs |

    New Delhi: Dell has rolled out a new portfolio of commercial artificial intelligence (AI)-powered laptops in the Indian market. The portfolio comprises the Latitude 9450 2-in-1, the Latitude 7350 Detachable, the Latitude 5450 business laptop, and the Precision 5490.

    Notably, the series of laptops pack with a Copilot Key for immediate access to the Microsoft AI chatbot. The Latitude portfolio laptops start at the price of Rs 1,10,999, while the Precision portfolio is available at a starting price of Rs 2,19,999.

    AI-Powered Laptops:

    Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 Laptop:

    This laptop is the world’s smallest 14-inch commercial PC. The device sports a 16:10 InfinityEdge QHD+ display along with Dell’s Zero-Lattice Keyboard and Haptic Collaboration Touchpad.

    It is the world’s most collaborative commercial PC and is designed for executives, salespeople and consultants. The laptop is priced at Rs 2,60,699. (Also Read: itel Super Guru 4G Keypad Phone Launched In India With UPI Payments And YouTube At Rs 1,799; Check Specs)

    Dell Latitude 7350 Detachable Tablet

    The tablet features a 3k resolution display along with a lightweight tablet with an attachable keyboard. The tablet is equipped with Dell’s ComfortViewPlus technology which reduces the harmful effects of blue light. The company claims that it is the world’s most versatile commercial detachable tablet.

    The starting price of the 2-in-1 devices stands at Rs 1,73,999.

    Dell Latitude 5450:

    It is powered by Intel Core Ultra U series chips. The device is a company’s 5000 series and uses up to 19 percent recycled content. The laptop starts at Rs 1,10,999. Notably, it is the smallest mainstream business laptop in the world. (Also Read: Apple Removes Meta-Owned WhatsApp And Threads From Its App Store In China; Know Why?)

    Dell Precision 5490:

    It features a touch-enabled 14-inch InfinityEdge display. The company claims that it comes with AI-enhanced updates that can help improve user productivity. The laptop starts at Rs 2,19,999. It is the world’s smallest workstation.

  • Dell Announces No Promotion For Employees Preferring Work From Home |

    New Delhi: Dell, the multinational technology company has maintained a hybrid working culture for over a decade, blending office and remote work seamlessly. However, the laptop brand has sparked controversy with its decision on promotions for remote workers.

    The company communicated through a memo to its remote employees that while they are allowed to continue their work-from-home arrangements, they will not be eligible for promotions. The technological company has informed its employees that starting May, they would be classified as either “hybrid” or “remote” based on the new policy, as reported by Business Insider. (Also Read: WhatsApp Will Soon Allow Users To Scan UPI QR Codes, Pin Multiple Chats And More- All You Need To Know)

    According to internal documents obtained by Business Insider (BI), hybrid workers at Dell will be mandated to physically attend an “approved” office for at least 39 days per quarter, roughly equivalent to three days per week. (Also Read: Vivo T3 5G Official Launch Date Confirmed In India; Check Date And Availability)

    Alternatively, employees who prefer to continue working remotely have the option to transition to full-time remote work. However, in this choice the fully remote workers will not be eligible for promotions or have the ability to switch roles within the company.

    “Dell cared about the work, not the location. I would say 10% to 15% of every team was remote,” high-ranking staff member at Dell informed the publication.

    This new regulation implemented by Dell has caused frustration among many of its employees. An individual who preferred not to disclose their identity mentioned, “The entire company has been complaining about this behind closed doors,”

    According to Business Insider (BI), the memo distributed to Dell employees mentions, “For remote team members, it is important to understand the trade-offs: Career advancement, including applying to new roles in the company, will require a team member to reclassify as hybrid onsite.”

    Dell is now asserting the significance of employees being present in the office to foster innovation and improve the company's performance. Despite the dissatisfaction among many workers, Dell is standing by its decision to enforce the new rule.