Dell Revives XPS Brand with New 14 and 16-inch Laptops, Admits Past Naming Strategy Was a Mistake
Dell's Branding Strategy Timeline CES 2025: Dell retires the XPS, Inspiron, and Latitude...Replaces them with generic "Dell," "Dell Pro," "Dell Premium" labels. CES 2026 January 5: Dell...," "Dell Pro," and "Dell Premium" models was a misstep....In a surprising reversal of strategy, Dell has officially resurrected its premium XPS laptop brand at...acknowledged that last year's decision to replace distinct brands like XPS with a confusing array of "Dell...He stated that the simplified "Dell" branding attempted to cover a vast consumer space with too many...This announcement marks a significant course correction for Dell's consumer lineup, focusing on a return...to premium design and clear branding with the launch of the new XPS 14 and XPS 16. Dell's Branding...This move signifies Dell's commitment to re XPS as its premier laptop line, complete with...Non "Dell" laptops will serve the base consumer and entry markets without complex sub...Reversal and the Return of XPS Dell's Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Clarke, candidly addressed the company's...Dell has indicated that more configurations, including entry models priced under USD 2,000, will...This staged rollout allows Dell to cater to both high buyers immediately and more budget...Addressing Past Criticisms and User Experience Learning from feedback on previous generations, Dell...Battery life is a focus, with Dell employing higher 70Wh battery cells and software optimizations...February 2026 configs under USD 2,000 Design Philosophy: Thinner, Lighter, and More Repairable Dell...Dell has incorporated an easy keyboard, modular USB ports, and other user components
