Well, no backlit keyboard (at least for a few more weeks). Looks like they pulled that option.

Otherwise, it is much faster overall than my old D420, but it still has a few bugs:

 

The Bad:

• The touchpad no longer supports forward and back commands
• The TPM module states it will allow you to log back into a "locked" windows login session, but it does not
• The volume buttons are on the bezel now and do not recognize constant pressure (you must press them once per volume step)
• My USB ports are very stiff, but not a big problem
• The 6 cell battery weighs more than the laptop (!) - it's still VERY light
• The keyboard is much stiffer - read: louder

The Good:

• Did I say this was fast? I picked the 64GB 2nd gen SSD
• Much better display
• Much better auto-dimming of display
• Most Dell programs have been improved
• Many more features (subtle, but noticible)
• Size, layout, general design - all much better

I'll write more later if this forum supports this type of write-up.