Lenovo unveils Windows 8-based ThinkPad Tablet 2

New Delhi: Lenovo has unveiled its first tablet specifically designed for Windows 8, the ThinkPad Tablet 2. Based on the upcomingIntel Atom Processor-based mobile platform and Windows 8 Pro, the ThinkPad Tablet 2 measures 9.8 mm thin and weighs less than 600 grams.

It has a 10.1-inch HD display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels.

The tablet supports multiple input methods: multi-finger touch and an optional digitiser and pen. The optional ThinkPad Tablet 2 keyboard and dock can be paired with the tablet for more PC-like computing in the office.

The ThinkPad Tablet 2 is intended to be available when Windows 8 launches in October.

With an array of ports including a full-size USB port, users can attach existing devices like monitors and printers. The company will introduce 3G and 4G supporting models; the 4G models will be available initially in the USA via AT&T network only.

The tablet also sports a pair of 2 megapixel/ 8 megapixel cameras, noise canceling microphones and an HDMI port.

The ThinkPad Tablet 2 is intended to be available when Windows 8 launches in October, said the company in a press release.

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