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A CNET review said, "How will an Atom processor handle a full Windows 8 computer? That remains to be seen. The tablet’s responsiveness was smooth in our fleeting time with the Metro interface, far better than previous Windows 7 tablet experiences. Multitouch gestures seemed much more responsive than during an earlier session with the ThinkPad Tablet 2 earlier this year."<ref name="CNET1">{{cite news |title=Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 |author=Editors |url=http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/lenovo-thinkpad-tablet-2/4505-3126_7-35411720.html |newspaper= |date=10 August 2012 |accessdate=121 August 2012}}</ref> |
A CNET review said, "How will an Atom processor handle a full Windows 8 computer? That remains to be seen. The tablet’s responsiveness was smooth in our fleeting time with the Metro interface, far better than previous Windows 7 tablet experiences. Multitouch gestures seemed much more responsive than during an earlier session with the ThinkPad Tablet 2 earlier this year."<ref name="CNET1">{{cite news |title=Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 |author=Editors |url=http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/lenovo-thinkpad-tablet-2/4505-3126_7-35411720.html |newspaper= |date=10 August 2012 |accessdate=121 August 2012}}</ref> |
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Mark Taormino wrote in a review for Examiner.com, "Windows 8 has been designed to operate on a tablet, and leverage existing Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel. Student complaints abound that the current tablets do not support Word or Excel, so are of limited value in education settings. This is primarily true in higher education where students write many papers, and use spreadsheet software. The standard, like it or not, is Word and Excel. The introduction of a Microsoft operating system that can run on tablets and can support Microsoft applications will have widespread appeal to students." |
Mark Taormino wrote in a review for Examiner.com, "Windows 8 has been designed to operate on a tablet, and leverage existing Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel. Student complaints abound that the current tablets do not support Word or Excel, so are of limited value in education settings. This is primarily true in higher education where students write many papers, and use spreadsheet software. The standard, like it or not, is Word and Excel. The introduction of a Microsoft operating system that can run on tablets and can support Microsoft applications will have widespread appeal to students." |
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In a review for IT PRO Khidr Suleman wrote, "During our hands-on, we found the stylus glided across the surface of the display smoothly. The accuracy of the handwriting recognition software was also reasonable and it converted our scribbles into text in the blink of an eye." He also wrote, "We found the device to be easy to hold and Windows 8 ran was smoothly. However, we did find there was a noticeable stutter when playing full HD video and switching between applications. However, as this is a pre-production model, we expect this to be ironed out."<ref>[[http://www.itpro.co.uk/642802/lenovo-thinkpad-2-review-hands-on-and-video]]</ref> |
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Revision as of 14:40, 28 September 2012
The ThinkPad Tablet 2 is a tablet computer released by Lenovo in 2012. The Tablet 2 is the Windows 8-based successor to the original Android-based ThinkPad Tablet.
Launch
In order to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the ThinkPad, Lenovo held a large party in New York where it announced several products, including the Tablet 2. Lenovo says that the ThinkPad Tablet 2 will be available on 26 October 2012 when Windows 8 is released.[1]The ThinkPad Tablet 2 will sell for US$799 and will be bundled with a keyboard and a copy of Microsoft Office 2012.
Features and specifications
The ThinkPad Tablet 2 runs the Windows 8 Professional operating system from Microsoft.It will be able to run any desktop software compatible with this version of Windows.[1][2]
The Tablet 2 is based on the Clover Trail version of the Intel Atom processor that has been customized for tablets. The Tablet 2 has 2 gigabytes of RAM and a 64-gigabyte SSD. The Tablet 2 has a 10.1-inch IPS display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1,366 by 768. In a review, CNET wrote, "Windows 8 looked readable and functional, both in Metro and standard Windows-based interfaces." A mini-HDMI port is included for video output. An 8-megaixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front camera are included along with a noise-canceling microphone in order to facilitate video conferencing.[1][2]
The Tablet 2 makes use of multi-touch technology for screen-based input. Like the original ThinkPad Tablet the Tablet 2 has an optional stylus for precision input. The stylus can be stored in the side of the tablet. Lenovo also plans to release a dockable keyboard that can be carried with the tablet in a folio-style case.[1][2]
Models with 3G and 4G cellular data are both available. Security features include a fingerprint reader and encrypted storage. Lenovo says the Tablet 2 will have ten hours of battery life. The Tablet 2 will have Near Field Communications, also known as NFC, built in.[1][2]
The ThinkPad 2 uses the Phoenix SecureCore Technology BIOS. This BIOS supports features such as USB, I2C touch, a virtual keyboard, touch hot zones, connected standby, fTPM/TPM 2.0, and Windows UEFI firmware updates.
Reviews
A CNET review said, "How will an Atom processor handle a full Windows 8 computer? That remains to be seen. The tablet’s responsiveness was smooth in our fleeting time with the Metro interface, far better than previous Windows 7 tablet experiences. Multitouch gestures seemed much more responsive than during an earlier session with the ThinkPad Tablet 2 earlier this year."[1]
Mark Taormino wrote in a review for Examiner.com, "Windows 8 has been designed to operate on a tablet, and leverage existing Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel. Student complaints abound that the current tablets do not support Word or Excel, so are of limited value in education settings. This is primarily true in higher education where students write many papers, and use spreadsheet software. The standard, like it or not, is Word and Excel. The introduction of a Microsoft operating system that can run on tablets and can support Microsoft applications will have widespread appeal to students."
In a review for IT PRO Khidr Suleman wrote, "During our hands-on, we found the stylus glided across the surface of the display smoothly. The accuracy of the handwriting recognition software was also reasonable and it converted our scribbles into text in the blink of an eye." He also wrote, "We found the device to be easy to hold and Windows 8 ran was smoothly. However, we did find there was a noticeable stutter when playing full HD video and switching between applications. However, as this is a pre-production model, we expect this to be ironed out."[3]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Editors (10 August 2012). "Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2". Retrieved 121 August 2012.
{{cite news}}:|author=has generic name (help); Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ a b c d Andrew Cunningham (9 August 2012). "http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2012/08/lenovo-unveils-new-atom-powered-thinkpad-tablet-2-with-windows-8/". Ars Technica.
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