Dell

"By spinning off VMware, we expect to drive additional growth opportunities for Dell Technologies as well as VMware and unlock significant value for stakeholders. Both companies will remain important partners, with a differentiated advantage in how we bring solutions to customers," Dell CEO Michael Dell said in a statement late on Wednesday.

The updated m15 and m17 will be on sale starting January 26 in the US for $2,149.99. In terms of specifications, both Alienware m15 R4 and Alienware m17 R4 come with a 15.6-inch and 17.3-inch display respectively.

"Our new intelligent PCs make it possible for us to work smarter and collaborate easier, so we can give our best selves in all that we do. Secure, sustainable and smart: that's the way forward for PCs," Ed Ward, senior vice president, Client Product Group, Dell Technologies, said in a statement.