Dell officially announces the return of its XPS 13 as a budget-focused alternative positioned against premium laptops such as Apple’s MacBook line. The new XPS 13 launches in July with a promotional starting price of $599 for students. Both outlets describe the deal as time-limited for back-to-school shopping, running only until September. After the introductory period, the starting price increases to $699 for everyone else. Engadget and The Verge both present the $599 student offer and $699 general starting price as the main pricing details, referencing a prior tease from CES in The Verge’s account. Aside from the shared information on launch timing and promotional pricing, the provided excerpts do not include additional specifications, availability details beyond the launch month, or comparisons of performance or features. Overall, the coverage centers on Dell reintroducing the XPS 13 and setting a lower entry cost for students during a limited promotional window.