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Dell says that its most recent release of  has received an AI boost with Intel's Meteor Lake ( that comes with a processor, and a  to access Microsoft’s AI assistant over Windows 11. The fully refreshed portfolio features updates across the and series, whereas the and series have new features and devices. Dell’s new Latitude 7000 series of devices come powered by with   and a new integrated multi-processor package with a central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit (GPU), and an (NPU). Intel says that its Core Ultra processors will support more than 100 optimised AI Apps and over 300 AI-optimised experiences, from collaboration tools and personal assistance to strengthened security. However, depending on the application and/or use case, the AI workload can offloaded or distributed across the CPU, GPU and now the NPU. These AI workloads,  (CPU, GPU, or NPU), improve overall device performance, and extend battery life. For example, Dell says that running a three-hour Teams call on a Latitude with an NPU, a user will get an additional 23 minutes of battery runtime. For mobile professionals looking for a premium experience, the new Latitude 7000 series, offers options of , , and screen sizes, plus options, and and ultralight models as well. At just and respectively, the and are ideal for those who are constantly on the move. In addition to the new Intel Core Ultra processors, the Latitude Ultralight offerings deliver AI PC performance in an ultra-portable form factor along with a , , and providing clear audio.  The (not to be confused with the Dell Latitude 7350 Ultralight) has the familiar form factor we’ve come to assume with the Microsoft Surface. With an optional detachable keyboard and pen, users can work fully docked at a desk or on-the-go with the tablet. Dell added that it’s prioritised performance with advanced thermal solutions, including intelligent thermal modes so that the device can run up to 51% faster in laptop mode. The 7350 Detachable includes with the user-facing camera coming with for a high-quality picture no matter the lighting conditions. It also supports Dell's  with the new NPU of the 7350 Detachable capable of allowing to correct eye gaze, auto-frame the user, and blur their background . In terms of sustainability, this year will see the new generation of Latitude laptops shipping with . The Latitude 7350 Detachable will ship with a and as well as upgradeable WWAN and SSD, making serviceability easy and fast. Dell calls the 14-inch Latitude 9450 2-in-1, “the ultimate in collaboration and connectivity”. It comes with a haptic collaboration touchpad with support for Microsoft Teams and Zoom, a , and a new . It also features a  (developed by Dell) with wide and curved keys for improved tactile response that is backlit using mini-LEDs. In a move to futureproof the Latitude 9450, it comes with . Unfortunately, we only have the expected release dates for the models in the Latitude series. We will update this article with pricing information when we receive it.            Latitude 9450 March 13   To be confirmed Latitude 7350, 7450, 7650 March 13 To be confirmed Latitude 5350, 5450, 5550 March 13 To be confirmed Latitude 3450, 3550 March 13 To be confirmed Latitude 7350 Detachable April 2 To be confirmed