Lenovo announces latest additions to the ThinkPad and ThinkVision ranges
Sydney, Australia – 9 January, 2013: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced its new line-up of business Windows 8 touch-optimised devices at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show. Headlining the collection are new additions to the ThinkPad range, as well as Lenovo’s new Mobile Touch Screen Companion, and the sleek and stylish ThinkVision LT1423z . Catering to small businesses, the ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531 laptops introduce a unique Lenovo OneLink technology for new docking capabilities. The ThinkPad Mobile Monitor makes a great companion as a second display, especially for complementing non-touch devices with touch functionality.
“Lenovo has recognised the increasing popularity of touch as people are leading more mobile working lives. Business professionals need to be able to use their devices in a number of ways,” said Lindsay Tobin, Product Business Manager, Lenovo ANZ. “Aligning with this PC Plus world that is driving new interactions with devices and digital content, Lenovo has integrated touch across its PCs so that we can provide one of the largest portfolios of Windows 8 touch products available.”
ThinkPad Edge Laptops Pioneer OneLink Technology
The ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531 are the first ThinkPad laptops to include Lenovo’s latest OneLink technology. Designed to offer simplicity through a single cable connection, the new unique interface eliminates cable clutter without compromising performance. The first device to support this technology is the new ThinkPad OneLink Dock. Offering superior lag-free graphics and audio performance through native video with dedicated HDMI and audio ports, it can also play host to a number of accessories through four USB ports. This industry unique technology will also charge laptop and mobile devices. Lenovo plans to offer additional OneLink devices in 2013. In addition to touch functionality, the slim ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531 laptops feature improved graphics options for more vivid content on their displays. A five-button ClickPad lets users control Windows 8 features from the keyboard.
The Mobile Touch Screen Companion
The slim ThinkVision LT1423z Mobile Monitor Touch is Lenovo’s next generation mobile monitor. It offers users extra screen real estate and touch functionality for those who demand more productivity on-the-go. Improving from its award winning predecessor’s innovative design, the LT1423z will be available with a USB 3.0 interface for both signal and power. It boasts a thin design with a 13.3 inch 1600 x 900 AH-IPS panel protected by Gorilla Glass, offering wide viewing angles and a great Windows 8 touch experience. Users are able to experience touch control gestures on non-touch PCs, and as an added benefit, business customers can take advantage of 10-point touch capability or adopt paper-less commercial transactions by using the electro-magnetic stylus.
To keep users up and running, Lenovo offers a full suite of services including In-Home Warranty upgrades for service at the owner’s home or business, and Accidental Damage Protection on select products to help insure against damage from accidents like drops, spills, electrical surges, or screen malfunctions.
Pricing and Availability2
The ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531, the ThinkPad OneLink Dock and ThinkVision LT1423z Mobile Monitor Touch will be available during May 2013. Pricing for these models will be available closer to the release date.