2017 was a busy year for Lenovo, and at CES 2018, the company is taking things a step further. Announced today before next week’s CES are the 2018 ThinkPad T, X and L Series models. These devices come complete with thinner and lighter designs, 8th Generation Intel processors, broader support of Facial Recognition for Windows Hello, Universal USB Type-C power adapters, and more. We’ve collected the day’s reveals into a single post, so here is what you need to know about these models.
ThinkPad X Series – Full Performance, Yoga Flexibility, Compact DesignThe devices entering the X Series lineup in 2018 are built to work in the world’s most inhospitable places. Coming with rapid change technology, these devices can get up to 80% battery in 60 minutes, with the X280 offering up to 13 hours of battery, and the X380 13.6 hours of battery. The X380 Yoga also enhances end-user experience with Active Pen and secure access with an IR camera and Windows Hello.
ThinkPad X280ThinkPad X380 YogaThinkPad T Series – Perfected Corporate WorkhorseThinkpad T Series devices come with the powerful 8th generation Intel Core processors, as well as an IR camera, fingerprint reader, and ThinkShutter Camera Privacy to protect valuable user data. You can also expect extended battery options for up to 27 hours of battery life.
ThinkPad X380 YogaLenovo ThinkPad T480sLenovo ThinkPad T580ThinkPad L Series – Versatile Business Machines, Exceptional ValueFinally, there is the ThinkPad L Series, which come in new 13-inch form factors, as well as in redesigned thinner and lighter 14 and 15-inch options. The models carry optional multi-touch displays, a complete docking solution, and powerful 8th Gen Intel processors.
ThinkPad L380ThinkPad L380Lenovo ThinkPad L480Lenovo ThinkPad L580Lenovo also announced new ThinkVision Displays, with new designs. The ThinkVision X24 (January 2018, $249) is an ultra-thin monitor at just 4mm thin with narrow (1.1mm) bezels, and the ThinkVision P32u (March 2018 at $1349) is a UHD 4K display with multi-color space capability. Finally, the company mentioned an updated ThinkPad Docking Station, which brings a fresh approach to traditional docking design thanks to a one-touch slide-to-connect mechanism. The station can accommodate most 12, 14, and 15-inch ThinkPads, and will be priced at $199 for the 90W model, Pro 135W at $249 and Ultra 135W at $299.
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