Lenovo ThinkPad X60

Having previously conceived of the X-series as a fixed-screen ultraportable, Lenovo today revamped the lineup with the tablet-based ThinkPad X60. The updated computer has been transformed into a convertible tablet PC that can either serve as a conventional 12.1-inch ultraportable or, by swiveing the display, a compact tablet. Rare amongst these systems is the choice of using navigation buttons instead of a touchscreen: while a display that supports both finger and stylus input is an option, buyers can save money and instead use a directional pad underneath the screen when hand-portability is the only concern. The X60 is also designed to be used all day, according to Lenovo. Using an extended-capacity battery, the X60 can operate for 7.5 hours due to its use of either low-voltage Core Duo or Solo processors. It also embraces newer standards and integrates an early 802.11n wireless adapter alongside an ExpressCard slot. Lenovo is accepting pre-orders today beginning at $1,799 for a 1.66GHz Core Duo model with 1GB of RAM, an 80GB hard disk and a viewing-only screen.

By Electronista Staff