Laptops Arena

Some weeks ago, we wrote about the release of the ThinkPad T61 laptop PC series.

Today, Lenovo has announced the features for the ThinkPad X61 Tablet PC and ThinkPad X61 ultra-portable laptops, both expected to become available in June.

The 12.1-inch screen X61 series tablets and small laptops are based on Intel Centrino Duo “Santa Rosa” platform.

The ThinkPad X61 Tablet offers great features and options,including:

* Intel Core 2 Duo L7300 (1.4 GHz) or L7500 (1.6 GHz) processor, both with 4 MB L2 cache and 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB) featuring Intel SpeedStep technology1 for maximum and battery-optimized performance
* Enhanced port replication and expansion via the optional ThinkPad X6 Tablet UltraBase
* Integrated UltraConnect antenna to help optimize worldwide frequency coverage and performance for improved wireless LAN (WLAN) connectivity on 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g2 networks3
* Client Security Solution
* ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery™
* Microsoft Windows Vista operating system
* Standard 2 GB4, 2 GB (2 x 1024 MB), 1 GB, 1 GB (2 x 512 MB), or 512 MB PC2-5300 DDR2 SDRAM 667 MHz SO DIMM memory
* U.S. Support Center: 800-426-7378

The ThinkPad X61 TopSeller ultraportable notebook system offers outstanding features and options, including:

* 307-mm (12.1-in) XGA TFT display with 1024 x 768 resolution
* Intel Core 2 Duo processors
* Common options, accessories, and docking solutions with ThinkPad X61s notebooks
* Enhanced port replication and expansion via the optional ThinkPad X6 UltraBase
* Integrated UltraConnect 2 antenna to help optimize worldwide frequency coverage and performance for improved wireless LAN (WLAN) connectivity
* Lenovo Active Protection System™
* ThinkPad Layered Defense along with shock-absorbing rubber feet, shock-mounted hard drives, and Lenovo Active Protection System
* Standard memory of up to 2 GB
* Up to 160 GB (5400 rpm) 2.5-inch HDD or 100 GB (7200 rpm) HDD
* Microsoft™ Windows™ Vista or Windows XP operating system (depending on model or country)

On models with Windows Vista operating system Lenovo takes a great user experience and makes it even better. Lenovo systems include improvements in security, systems recovery, and location management.

The cheapest X61 tablet configuration costs $2,242, while the notebook version starts at $1,399.

Via ibm.