--- title: Dell’s Ubuntu based Developer laptop just got better description: Dell announced today an updated XPS 13, preloaded with Ubuntu, which has a full high-definition 1080p display. It will be available for sale in the USA  and Canada, but as part of this update Dell will also be making it available in parts of Europe, the Middle East and Africa.   As we reported in […] url: https://canonical.com/blog/dells-ubuntu-based-developer-laptop-just-got-better?format=md --- 1. [Blog](https://canonical.com/blog) 2. Article --- [Canonical](https://canonical.com/blog/author/canonical "More about Canonical") 18 February 2013 # Dell’s Ubuntu based Developer laptop just got better [Dell](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/dell) [OEM](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/oem) [planetubuntu](https://canonical.com/blog/tag/planetubuntu) --- Share the article Dell announced today an updated XPS 13, preloaded with Ubuntu, which has a full high-definition 1080p display. It will be available for sale in the USA  and Canada, but as part of this update Dell will also be making it available in parts of Europe, the Middle East and Africa. As we reported in [November](http://blog.canonical.com/2012/11/29/sputnik-dells-ubuntu-based-developer-laptop-is-here/), the Dell XPS 13 is a high-end ultramobile laptop, offering developers a complete client-to-cloud experience. It is the result of Dell’s bold Sputnik initiative which embraced the community and received terrific response from developers around the world.  With Ubuntu 12.04 LTS preloaded, the machine is perfect for developers and anyone who wants high speed, brilliant graphics and smart design. If you’re keen to get your hands on a new Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition with Ubuntu pre-loaded, check-out our web page for more details and links: We’ll post more links allowing you to buy in additional countries as soon as we can. [Get in touch Interested in running Ubuntu in your organization?](https://ubuntu.com/about/contact-us/form) ## Sign up for our newsletter Get the latest Canonical news and updates in your inbox. Work email: \*I agree to receive information about Canonical's products and services. By submitting this form, I confirm that I have read and agree to [Canonical's Privacy Policy](https://canonical.com/legal/dataprivacy). Sign up ## Share on --- ## Related posts [### Native integration available for Dell PowerFlex and Canonical LXD](https://canonical.com/blog/native-integration-dell-powerflex-and-lxd) The integration delivers reliable, cost-effective virtualization for modern IT infrastructure Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, has collaborated with Dell Technologies on a... [Canonical](https://canonical.com/blog/author/canonical) 22 July 2025 [### Accelerating AI with open source machine learning infrastructure](https://canonical.com/blog/accelerating-ai-with-open-source-machine-learning-infrastructure) The landscape of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, demanding robust and scalable infrastructure. To meet these challenges, we’ve developed a comprehensive reference... [Andreea Munteanu](https://canonical.com/blog/author/munteanuandreea) 20 March 2025 [### Join Canonical in London at Dell Technologies Forum](https://canonical.com/blog/join-canonical-in-london-at-dell-technologies-forum) Canonical is excited to be partnering with Dell Technologies at the upcoming Dell Technologies Forum – London, taking place on 26th November. This prestigious event brings... [Felipe Vanni](https://canonical.com/blog/author/felipevanni) 20 November 2024 [### Join Canonical in Paris at Dell Technologies Forum](https://canonical.com/blog/join-canonical-in-paris-at-dell-technologies-forum) Canonical is thrilled to be joining forces with Dell Technologies at the upcoming Dell Technologies Forum – Paris, taking place on 19 November. This premier event brings... [Felipe Vanni](https://canonical.com/blog/author/felipevanni) 13 November 2024