DELL laptops just got a mini-me in the Dell Inspiron Mini 9.

Use the 8.9-inch netbook for simple tasks such as surfing the Net, sending e-mail and online chats.

A Windows XP Home Edition, a sealed keyboard, built-in webcam, Bluetooth connectivity and solid state drive of up to 16GB seal the deal.

Depending on the configuration, the netbook can be as light as 1.04kg.

• Dell Inspiron Mini 9
• $599, available from Courts, Parisilk and computer shops in Funan DigitaLife Mall and Sim Lim Square

This article was first published in Digital Life, The Straits Times on Oct 15, 2008.