Lenovo Unveils 2012 ThinkPads: New L, T, W, X and the Stunning X1 Ultrabook Discussion

[Mitlov]

Which GPU will be in the X1 Carbon?

Given the ultra-thin profile, I'll lay money it'll just have integrated graphics, not a dedicated GPU. Luckily, Ivy Bridge's integrated graphics are much better than Sandy Bridge's.

[Maelwys]

If I could wait, I would choose an X1. However I can barely wait a month.

It might be worth waiting just long enough to get the full specs on the X1 before making a final decision. Since I assume, given the ultrabook moniker, that it won't be upgradable, I'm curious if it will launch with 4 or 8GB RAM and 128 or 256GB SSD, and how customizable it will be at purchase.

I'm certain it will have the IvB integrated graphics as well.

[Ichinenjuu]

I like that they've finally embraced the chiclet-style keyboard. About time

[stammer]

I like that they've finally embraced the chiclet-style keyboard. About time

I am distressed by all the chicklet love. Sure the feel is fine, but they are a hundred little pieces that break on a whim. You don't need chickets for splash resistance or replaceable keys, island designs can do that too. True, popped keys usually snap right back in, and replacements come fast, BUT... if the circuit board's plastic retainers are damaged, why you've just lost that letter! My letter d hangs by a tiny nylon filament, even after 2 key replacements and hours of microsurgery attempts. Never had a problem with island designs, especially the nice kind found on the E220S, a *fabulous* machine belonging to my better half. Its island keys have a strictly linear travel and silent, silky resistance that is perfect for long typing jobs. I have to own a tablet for writing equations, but what I wouldn't give for a solid replacement for my X200T...

These are great machines with less garbage and better diagnostics than the competition, but the chicklets are an unneeded weakness.
Gracias

[MidnightSun]

Errr... as far as I know, "island" and "chiclet" refer to the same style of keyboard, they're just different manufacturer terms. Lenovo prefers to use "island" to describe its Thinkpad Edge (and now Thinkpad Tx30, W530, Xx30) laptop keyboards.

[invisible]

There needs to be an industry standard on what to call them.

[stammer]

Errr... as far as I know, "island" and "chiclet" refer to the same style of keyboard, they're just different manufacturer terms. Lenovo prefers to use "island" to describe its Thinkpad Edge (and now Thinkpad Tx30, W530, Xx30) laptop keyboards.

Well I did some digging and gee, Lenovo is doing exactly what I want. I had been told my keyboard was a chicklet one, but it wasn't. Now perforated separator plates will be ubiquitous on the new line...DOH!

Thank you MidnightSun for explaining!

[invisible]

I noticed late last night the new Thinkpad Edge's are available at the SPP site, and it says shipping as of 6/3.

[Karamazovmm]

I noticed late last night the new Thinkpad Edge's are available at the SPP site, and it says shipping as of 6/3.

which edge?

[invisible]

which edge?

I'm sorry, I should have been more specific. The Edge E430 and E530 with Ivy Bridge processors.

http://www.lenovo.com/shop/americas/...tech_specs.pdf
http://www.lenovo.com/shop/americas/...tech_specs.pdf