Samsung Galaxy Note

Why it’s cool: At 5.3 inches, it’s either a huge Android phone or a pocketable Android tablet, yet it’s only about as thick as the iPhone. Aside from its size, the Galaxy Note stands out by attempting to resurrect the ill-fated stylus. This one’s much more than a simple plastic stick, though: Its pen strokes are detailed enough for complex sketches.
As Project Runway winner Anya Ayoung-Chee told me, “I love it. If I had this, I really would be able to use it for all of my sketching.”
Notable specs: 1280×800-resolution screen; 4G LTE connection; corporate security features.
Availability: “In the coming weeks” from AT&T; pricing hasn’t been disclosed.
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Dell XPS 13 Ultrabook

Why it’s cool: Dell has put together a thoughtful design with the XPS 13. It’s got an aluminum lid and a carbon fiber underbelly, and the 13.3-inch screen’s surrounding bezel is so narrow that the computer travels like an 11-incher. Dell’s promising close to nine hours of battery life, too.
Notable specs: Weighs 2.98 pounds; measures 3/4 of an inch thick.
Availability: Late February, starting at $999.
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