Back in January this year, Apple released what it described as the “world's thinnest notebook,” officially known as the MacBook Air. Since its release, the MacBook Air has experienced some modifications, along with the official unveiling of the company's updated line of portable computer systems, which have also switched from Intel's integrated graphics to a solution that is provided by the Santa Clara, California-based NVIDIA.

On the 15th of January 2009, the MacBook Air will celebrate a year since it has been released, but the celebration might be shadowed by a possible release of a new notebook from Dell, said to be dubbed Adamo, and expected to become the next competitor for Apple's thin MacBook Air.

There aren't many specifications to go on for the time being but, according to available details, the Adamo is expected to be marketed as the “world's thinnest laptop.” That statement alone makes Dell's mysterious portable computer system a direct competitor to Apple's MacBook Air. However, Dell isn't the first PC maker that tries to provide its customers with a PC alternative to the MacBook Air.

According to additional details regarding said laptop, Dell is expected to debut the system sometime in early 2009, although according to earlier reports, the Adamo was slated to be released this month. Also, the Adamo is expected to boast a black and silver color scheme.

Despite no solid specifications available at this time, Dell could potentially release a product that will be meant for a niche market segment. Given that it will compete with Apple's MacBook Air, the Round Rock, Texas-based Dell might have a better chance of recording a market success if the Adamo is priced considerably lower than its rival. An alternative would be to release a notebook that can also provide improved specifications compared to those of Apple's product.