Wireless device to transmit video signals
Monitors and Displays submitted by sqlguru
05/08/07
One of the reasons that I wanted a flat screen TV (Dell 32" HD LCD) was the sleek look. However, with about 6 inputs (HD antenna, Satellite, Computer, DVD, etc.), the mess of wires coming out of the back really detracts from the sleek look. I would like a TV that has a separate box for all of the inputs. The signal is then wirelessly transmitted from the box to the TV set. I can then hide this box in my media cabinet and the TV retains a sleek look with only a power chord coming out of the back. Obviously, communication with the box (for switching signales) should be UHF instead of IR so that when my cabinet is closed, I can still change inputs.
This concept works best for the larger screen TV's, but I could also see this being carried over to high-end monitors and other devices.
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Dell's "contract" with IdeaStormers
Dell, Dell Community, IdeaStorm submitted by phubert
Jan 31
This is a suggestion that Dell post a 'contract' with its Idea Partners.
It would not be legally binding on Dell.
Rather, it would be a Promise of Commitment
IdeaStormers have made a commitment to try their best to WORK WITH and FOR the betterment of Dell.
In so doing, however, IdeaStormers have encountered considerable frustration as Dell, apparently, has struggled to understand the nature of this 'contract' (remember, I'm not referring to any legal language here), which is, in fact, a free association.
What would this do? It would tell us Dell VALUES our participation!
IdeaStormers: what would you like Dell to promise?
I'm not talking rewards, here. I'm only addressing the very nature of the relationship.
At this point, this is both a suggestion and a question.
Both Dell staffers and IdeaStormers are welcome to SHAPE this IDEA.
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I like the response from jervis961:
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Make all parts optional
Sales Strategies submitted by yank
05/20/07
Plenty of people spend a LOT of time shopping around on Dell's site for a great deal. They trust the brand and haven't the time or interest to build there own PC so when they see a good deal they try and buy that new Dell PC with as few options as they can manage.
Let them!
Allow them to remove:
Monitor
Keyboard
Mouse
Hard Drive
Video Card
Etc.
Keep just the minimum basics and allow them to pick and choose what they want!
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Create and market a Dell HTPC (Home Theater PC)
New Product Ideas submitted by hephaestus
07/05/07
Dell should create and market a Home Theater PC. There are a lot of HTPC offerings out there from other vendors and Dell already pushes Windows Media Center Edition pretty hard, why not design a small and sleek (read low-profile, small footprint) PC for the living room entertainment center. It'd be a great tie-in for the Dell HDTV line-up. And don't just make a little PC, make it cool, stylish and smart. Make sure it has all the competitive features: bluetooth, 802.11n wireless, full-feature remote, slot-loading DVD player, external power brick to keep the size down, etc... Don't just offer it with Windows MCE, try marketing it with MythTV (http://www.mythtv.org/) or some other open-source derivative.
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You have to be inventive and innovative!
Advertising and Marketing, Dell Web Site, Sales Strategies submitted by grinser
08/24/07
What I miss from Dell is innovation and new inventions!
You don't get new product ideas until others are long ahead!
For example, who was the major one developing the new Windows Home Server boxes with Microsoft? Not dell, it was HP! Why wasn't it dell?
Another example: Tablet PC - where was dell when the first Tablets where introduced? Why do we only get a dell more than a "decade" later? You could do so much with and for this formfactor - build a designer centric tablet with high resolution display (at least 1440x900) and high quality inking capabilities (wacom technology) - look at other ideas to get a thought.
Where is a Dell UMPC? Plenty room for innovation here!
Where is the Dell All In One PC that successfully competes with Apple iMac in looks, functionality and price?
Where is a Dell Touchscreen PC like HP has? Do you want to stay behind until Apple introduces something similar to the iPhone but in computer formfactor?
Where is good advertising in europe? Why don't you make Dell attractive to students like in America? Students are potential customers for the future! Take a look at the Apple on Campus program and advertising! You might get it right in the usa, but NOT in europe! I want to be informed about your student discounts (through advertising (on website, on campus, ...), etc.) instead of having to ask myself via chat or hotline if you kindly give discounts!
Why can we only pay with credit cards in some european countries? For some people, credit card payments on the internet are still a show-stopper! (because they have non or of security concerns!)
I like your product designs, but you could do it much better! A product similar to the macbook pro would bring you many customers if perfectly marketed!
Why is your website so cluttered? At least on the german page there are often suddenly english texts and images. Images aren't correctly fitted, design is cluttered. Maybe get help from an design agency like frog design!
Please build a more clear and innovative website, readable font sizes and offers and please give us more detailed pictures of your products - we want high resolution images! Customers often hardly buy a product they never touched but with big images, a decision to buy is easier made than with those little pictures on the current website!
Roll out your retail strategy in Europe more quickly that you can compete with HP and others! Don't fixate on one particular partner, use every retail partner like others do!
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Dell is in a dire need of a COMPLETE image refresh
Advertising and Marketing, Laptops submitted by mentalman1369
08/15/07
Dell is in a dire need of a COMPLETE image refresh.
Dell needs to completely change the way the general public view their products and services (the only way Dell can repair the damage it has taken to its customer base).
Current opinion of computer users, from casual users to enthusiasts, regard many Dell products (notebooks especially) as ugly, cumbersome beasts. Many users find the sole reason they but a Dell is for its low prices and value. But even this reason is fading, as price-drops from competitors force buyers to consider other brands and deter users from Dell's sometimes truly ugly designs. Modern consumers now pursue sleek and elegant designs in almost everything they buy, and this applies to computers. Dell must re-innovate and redesign their computers to rouse the attention of ALL computer users (the new Inspirons look a little better due to their colour, but their fundamental design is still cumbersome and "brick"-like). This way, customers will choose Dell products to others because of its desirable looks AS WELL AS its low prices and understated customer service. Dell has the ability to engineer amazing products which have great functionality and practicality, but if the presentation of these products is not up to scratch, people will dismiss what lies within.
The XPS M1330 is a great first step (including adding small extra touches such as the remote, fingerprint reader, touch controls and WLED screen), and Dell MUST continue this trend of designing objects of pure desire if they wish to become market dominant (and even adding more, like backlit keyboards, adaptive display brightness, etc.). Dell cannot seem to be lagging behind other companies in product aesthetics (adding different colours to laptops simply ISN'T enough to attract the attention Dell needs and deserves), for this is what general consumers see representing company. Dell needs to start imitating other companies who are promoting their products by making everything to do with their company and products attractive (though using spin doctors similar to those employed by HP (who create laughable and senseless adverts) is NOT recommend). However, it is important that new computer designs DO NOT compromise on functionality or integrity of the product (e.g. cases should be strong but still attractive (problems like the M1330 paint debacle must first be overcome, of course)).
It is imperative that Dell improves on the way they project themselves to the general public (a good recent example is Jeff Clarke's outfit while unveilling Dell's new amazingly thin Latitude tablet (a professional business unit): that outfit really isn't great for Dell's general image (even if the video won't be view by the general public, and no personal offense intended, Mr. Clarke)). Dell should unify the image of its products and services, designing sleek and elegant computer cases, advertising its excellent customer service and promote itself in a more prominent way, such as opening more Dell Kiosks, a new logo and the like.
Dell, it's time for action!
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Mobile PC for cars and boats
Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), New Product Ideas, Digital Nomads submitted by jimh3452
Jan 11
With the advent of large libraries of ripped MP3s, GPS software, DVD players, etc, it would be nice to have a mobile PC platform with apporpriate accessories for a car or boat.
Similar to the VIA Artigo:
http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/embedded/artigo/
...I envision this platform to have a base head unit that contains the processor, video card, sound card and control chipsets.
Peripherals would attach via USB cables such as flash drives, DVD players, touch screens, display screens (multiple for simultaneous dvd playback, gps, audio, car function readout), keyboards, aerial mice (a mouse not needing a surface to relay position) , etc.
Using standard connectors, for audio, video, USB and the like. with an open source platform to drive 3rd party product development and addons, this product could become the new standard for convergence of computing power in cars.
Licensing to large automakers would further increase penetration, high end styling, colors and standard interfaces could make this product the next iPhone.
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Use OLEDs in Dell monitors
Monitors and Displays submitted by doomlord52
07/04/07
OLEDs are much more effieient, brighter, offer higher contrast ratio's AND are much smaller. for example, SONY is currently developing a 27" HD TV with OLED technology. It has a contrast ratio of 1 million to 1, and has a response time of 0.01 MILLISECONDS. Samsung is making an 80" HD TV that is less than 2cm thick. There IS a computer monitor 19" thats only 2.1mm thick. With that kind of tech, you could make a laptop a lot thinner. OLEDs are also much more energy efficient efficient, and can save up to 30% more energy than an LCD of the same size. You can also BEND OLED monitors, because the screen is like a film.
This picture will give you an idea of the flexablility and size of OLED screens.
http://media.teamxbox.com/dailyposts/hardware/display/oled_01.jpg< just Copy paste the link into another tab)
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Switch to New Lithium-Sulfur batteries: Carries a longer charge, double the lifetime, Environmentally friendly, no toxic heavy metals, cheaper to produce, lighter weight
Environment, Laptop Power submitted by reg
06/10/07
Recharge Lithium-Sulfur over and over again. Sulfur is cheaper than heavy metals, and friendly to the environment. No toxic metals, and also better performing in colder temperatures. Lithium-Sulfur batteries also weigh less than Lithium Ion batteries.
More Power, Lower Costs, Safer for the environment, Easier to carry:
Lithium-Sulfur Batteries.
We Need A New Source of Power! MORE POWER!
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Turn your most powerful laptop into a desktop
New Product Ideas submitted by badblood
10/18/07
Why not remove the keyboard and screen from your most powerful laptop and turn it into a desktop?
Jazz it up a little with shiny paint, in different colors, add a wireless keyboard and matching monitor and mouse.
There you have it a beautiful, functional slim form factor desktop computer.
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Invest in mini-projectors
New Product Ideas submitted by badblood
07/23/07
Mini projectors are going to take the computer world by storm, and may even end the need for attached screens on some computer platforms. Invest in the development of mini projectors.
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Expand Dell Outlet - sell second hand, returned, damaged and refurbished computers and components
Sales Strategies submitted by badblood
10/04/07
Dell must have a lot of stuff that is broken, damaged, marked, second hand, ready to be refurbished, returned, old, and so on and so forth. I wonder which landfill it all goes to? Why not sell it instead? Why not trade it? Why not start an online flea market for all that stuff?
There is money to be made in the second hand market. It's just a matter of finding someone who can make it happen.
Expand Dell Outlet to include more junk.
Why not allow consumers to sell their old stuff on the site too, like ebay or something.....anyway
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Partner with Micron to create a RAM module style SSD
New Product Ideas, Servers and Storage submitted by jervis961
12/07/07
"In addition to Micron's traditional solid state drives announced today, they also showed off a concept for a SSD module that resembles RAM in physical design and would fit into a similarly designed port. It's obvious but genius: while the SSD drives with SATA interfaces are terrific because they can be used in current laptops with no mods, the real performance of flash mem is only going to be unlocked when we cast aside the legacy of spinning disks and their cases and interfaces and mount SSDs on the mobo like we do RAM modules.
The design uses a SATA interface and is only 4 mm thick. Micron claims the advantages of such a design are the small size and the ability to line up multiple drives next to each other. In addition, this design requires no wires or attaching the motherboard with screws, reducing the risk of the SSD becoming disconnnected or loose inside a computer. While this product is nowhere near ready for market, Micron says they would need to work with an OEM or someone who can offer a compatible computer solution."
http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/solid-state-drives/microns-future-concept-of-ssd-i...
420
Promote Windows Home Server Bigtime
Servers and Storage submitted by gcreese
02/17/07
Microsoft is coming out with Windows Home Server this year, which will allow households to backup and manage their house PCs from a single spot. At this point, a lot of households are in this situation (e.g., with two adults and a child, we have three laptops, a desktop, and three PDAs). Get out in front of the curve on this one (HP made its announcement at the CES Show), talk about it, promote the fact that you will offer it, and in the vein of the other "make the website easier to use" suggestions, explain how Windows Home Server is something to consider for a family going digital.
Also, offer a Windows Home Server discount to current customers who've ordered two or more PCs from Dell in the past five years. You have the data to run an effective, targeted marketing campaign. Use it!
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Guys I have a GREAT IDEA
Laptops submitted by vardanian
Jan 28
Hoped to realize by myself someday, but unfortunately a lot of ideas bygone. I think that touchpad must be removeable to become external when one wants. And the form can be as the flat square or semi-spheric. That can be reinserted in a container inside the notebook's base and become the standard touchpad. I invite your attention please share your opinions! Thanx.
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Add E-SATA Ports to notebooks
Accessories (Keyboards, etc.), Laptops submitted by dvt
02/17/07 **PARTIALLY IMPLEMENTED**
E-SATA provides a way to add fast external storage with much better performance than USB or Firewire. Adding an E-SATA port would greatly improve the expandabiliy of Dell's notebook computers.
Please see Vida_K's comment below
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