Dell has unveiled Vostro 3000 series laptops with 12 hours of battery life on select models and virtual collaboration offerings.

The new laptops are available in 13-, 14-, 15- and 17-inch forms and comes with the new Intel 2nd generation Core I Series processors.

Vostro 3000 features voice enhancing technology SRS Premium Voice Pro software; a full HD webcam; and a digital array mic to reduce ambient noise, giving small businesses a virtual collaboration offering.

In addition, the new Vostro 3000 laptops offers enhanced collaboration with pre-installed Skype and the ability to launch any VoIP or video conferencing application via one customisable dashboard button.

The top-notch security options allows users to back-up business data faster with super speed USB 3.0, standard built-in finger-print reader and Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security, said the company.

Further, the new laptop series features ProSupport to Simplify IT – which allows businesses to choose their own level of 24×7 IT support with optional Dell ProSupport2 services.

Dell consumer and SMB product group vice-president Sam Burd said whether users are pitching, analysing, partnering or managing, the new Vostro 3000 series is designed to keep them collaborating with colleagues, partners and clients.

"With the latest Vostro collaboration enhancements, entrepreneurs have a sleek, capable technology tool that helps them impress no matter the size of their business or technology budget," Burd said.