Published: August 11, 2011
New Lenovo ThinkPad Laptops & Mobile Monitor Simplify Small Business Computing
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Lenovo
announced today the ThinkPad
Edge 14-inch E425 and 15.6-inch E525 laptops for small-to-medium
businesses (SMB) and the ThinkVision LT1421 Wide, the company's first
mobile monitor that gives mobile professionals a second screen for
on-the-go use to display spreadsheets and make presentations. The
ThinkPad Edge laptops simplify the overall computing experience for
SMBs, starting with a slimmer, more polished design complemented by
powerful, reliable technology with choices of the latest AMD processors
along with voice and video features for an unparalleled user experience.
ThinkPad Edge E525 (Photo: Business Wire)
"These latest ThinkPad Edge laptops combined with the ThinkVision mobile
monitor equips small businesses with an extremely powerful technology
toolkit," said Luis Hernandez, vice president, ThinkPad Edge Business
Unit, Lenovo. "From creating content on the road to conveniently
displaying presentations, video, or other content, this solution fits
the demanding requirements of growing small businesses."
PC Tech: Do More Style
The new ThinkPad Edge laptops project a smart, polished image with new
soft finishes available in color choices of heatwave red or midnight
black with either an anti-glare or glossy display. Nearly 13 percent
slimmer than previous versions, the laptops can easily fit in a
briefcase alongside the ThinkVision LT1421 Wide monitor. The
spill-resistant, island-style keyboard provides not only hours of
comfortable typing but also contributes to the laptops' clean, modern
design.
Performance-Minded Technologies: Do More Work
The new laptops are filled with a host of high performance technologies
including:
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AMD A-Series Accelerated
Processing Units (APUs) with VISION Pro
Technology for efficient multitasking and mainstream
application acceleration, stunning visual performance for today's
Internet-focused and graphics-intensive business applications,
extended battery life and cool operating temperatures for comfort on
the go
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Integrated AMD Radeon discrete-class graphics with dedicated video
memory delivering eye-popping HD performance and blazing-fast parallel
processing capabilities.
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Generous storage up to 750 GB and up to 8 GB of memory
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Multimedia and expansion options with DVD burner, powered USB port,
4-1 media card reader and support for HDMI
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Optional fingerprint reader for convenient and secure log-in
With the ThinkPad Edge laptops, users can get to work more quickly with
20 percent faster boot up1, thanks to Lenovo's
Enhanced Experience 2.0 optimization for Windows 7 PCs over
non-optimized PCs.
Simplified Features: Do More Voice & Video
Voice and video calls are a normal part of doing business today. For a
premium experience, the laptops come equipped with advanced features
including a low-light sensitive web camera, noise suppressing keyboard,
microphone mute key and the ThinkVantage Communications Utility 2.0.
With this suite of tools, users can conduct video conference calls in
low light, quiet their keyboard typing noises for listeners on the call,
talk in individual or multiple speaker mode and adjust the camera
settings. Also to easily manage wireless connections while traveling,
users can conveniently close the laptop lid, and the PC will hold the
wireless connection for several minutes. Users can even lock their PC
with Lenovo's AutoLock function, which uses the camera to automatically
detect when the user is away and subsequently locks the PC.
Mobile Monitor: Do More Presentations On The Road
At under two pounds and less than one centimeter at its thinnest, the
14-inch ThinkVision LT1421 Wide mobile monitor makes the perfect
traveling companion for traveling professionals, like auditors or
consultants. The mobile monitor works great for ad hoc meetings in
places like hotel lobbies or cafes that lack access to a projector and
even for extra screen space for work that requires multitasking on the
go.
To use, simply plug the monitor into a laptop via USB and prop it up
with its photo frame stand. Tilt the display to the desired angle and
choose from 16 brightness levels to get presentations looking their
best. Designed to match with the ThinkPad family of laptops, the mobile
monitor offers simplicity and elegance with extras like ThinkPad
durability and convenient screen cover.
Service & Support: Do More Uptime
Busy SMBs have no time for downtime. That's why Lenovo included Rescue
and Recovery on the laptops to help restore settings and data if it gets
lost or corrupted. When SMBs need support beyond included tools, they
can turn to a host of Lenovo service and support programs, including
Priority Support for technical help, Onsite Warranty for on-site repair,
Warranty Extensions, ThinkPad Protection for accidental drops and spills
and Hard Drive Retention to keep hard drive data secure.
Pricing and Availability2
The ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 laptops and ThinkVision LT1421 Wide
monitor will be available starting in August. Pricing for both models of
the laptops starts at approximately $549 and the monitor is priced at
$219.99. All of the products will be sold through business partners and www.lenovo.com.
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About Lenovo
Lenovo (HKSE: 0992) (Pink Sheets: LNVGY) is a $US21 billion personal
technology company serving customers in more than 160 countries, and the
world's fourth-largest PC vendor. Dedicated to building exceptionally
engineered PCs and mobile internet devices, Lenovo's business is built
on product innovation, a highly-efficient global supply chain and strong
strategic execution. Formed by Lenovo Group's acquisition of the former
IBM Personal Computing Division, the company develops, manufactures and
markets reliable, high-quality, secure and easy-to-use technology
products and services. Its product lines include legendary Think-branded
commercial PCs and Idea-branded consumer PCs, as well as servers,
workstations, and a family of mobile internet devices, including tablets
and smart phones. Lenovo has major research centers in Yamato, Japan;
Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, China; and Raleigh, North Carolina. For
more information see www.lenovo.com
1 Testing conducted by CNET Labs, Beijing in November 2010,
using the independent Microsoft VTS tool to measure start-up, shutdown,
resume and other Windows 7 performance measurements. 42 competitors PCs
were tested from Acer, Apple, Dell, HP, Samsung, Sony and Toshiba,
representing both commercial and consumer desktop and notebook products
at mainstream price points. These were compared with comparable Lenovo
products. Data from competitors and Lenovo PCs were averaged and
compared to calculate the claims used.
2Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to
change without notice and is tied to specific terms and conditions.
Reseller prices may vary. Price does not include all advertised
features. All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right
to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.
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Lenovo
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