Following our report earlier in the week, Dell and Microsoft have confirmed that they will be selling computers as part of the PRODUCT (RED) scheme.

Initially, four products are being made available in the US: One XPS desktop computer, two XPS notebooks and a multifunction printer. More details and specifications can be found on the rather flashy website.

Interestingly, it appears that the companies might be aware of those who have criticised (RED) for a perceived lack of transparency. According to the press release, "one hundred percent of the funds contributed" from the purchase of a Dell (RED) computer under the scheme goes to the Global Fund, the charity supported by PRODUCT (RED).

The amount of money contributed depends on the product purchased: $80 is donated for each desktop purchased, $50 for each notebook and $5 for each (relatively inexpensive) printer.

Sadly the scheme is not currently available in the UK - but, as we mentioned before, it's easy to make a donation to the Global Fund online. The press release promises that the scheme "will be available through Dell in nearly 30 additional countries" from the 31st of January.

UPDATE: Two Dell (RED) notebooks, the XPS M1330 and XPS M1530, will be available in the UK from the 31st of January, with £26 from each purchase going to the Global Fund.