Dell's new XPS 18 all-in-one doubles as tablet and a PC

Dell Wednesday introduced its versatile XPS 18 PC, an 18-inch all-in-one PC that can double as a supersized tablet.

The XPS 18 runs Windows 8, and with a large touchscreen, has the look of a mammoth tablet. At nearly 5 pounds, the machine is not highly mobile, but it is easier to carry around than typical all-in-ones.

The XPS 18, whose pricing starts at $899, also has a battery and functions as a tablet when detached from a power outlet. In tablet mode, the device provides up to five hours of run time on a single battery charge. Two stands that pop out on the back provide balance when the all-in-one segment rests on a table.

The announcement comes as Dell's commitment to the PC market is under question as the company pursues a leveraged buyout. Dell announced in early February it was being purchased for $24.4 billion by founder Michael Dell and equity investor Silver Lake. The deal, which is subject to shareholder approval, includes a $2 billion loan from Microsoft, and debt financing commitments from a group of banks.

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