Lenovo Unveils The 2015 ThinkPad Product Line; Featuring The Third Generation X1 Carbon!

Lenovo has just kicked off their 2015 Consumer Electronics Show announcements, coming in for a landing is the 2015 ThinkPad product line! Not only are they revamping and enhancing their products, but they are celebrating. The new third generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon is celebrating the one hundred millionth ThinkPad! Not only have they revamped the X1 Carbon, but Lenovo has some other new ThinkPad products up their sleeves as well.

First up we have the latest generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon, which is the top of the line laptop for the brand. It is the lightest 14-inch ultrabook in the world and even though it is super portable, performance is still quite good. You still have a carbon fiber cover and a very sleek design, available in black. It comes in at a very light 2.9-pounds and it under 19 millimeters thick. The X1 Carbon features the latest 5th Generation Intel Core processors and can be paired with up to 8GB of RAM. It features a 14-inch Full HD, WQHD+, or WQHD+ touchscreen display. You get a new three button trackpad, but you can also control the X1 Carbon with voice, motion, or touch. They have also managed to increase the battery life on the X1 Carbon. The new 3rd generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon will be landing this month, January 2014, and will start at $1249.

Like Acer, Lenovo has a new display as well, except this is a ThinkVision display which is geared more for business. Introducing the ThinkVision X24 which is an ultra slim monitor. It features a 23.8-inch Neo Blade Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 X 1080. The monitor itself is just 7.5-millimeter thick and does not have a traditional rear cover, instead the back side is made form a pre-coated metal (PCM) technology. In terms of ports on the X24 you get a Display Port and an HDMI port. The ThinkVision X24 is landing in April and will be starting at just $249.

The ThinkPad Stack is a very unique product, it is the perfect way to combine accessories into one system, but it also allows accessories to be used individually. It uses an interlocking design which means less cables and more portability, and it lets you combine many accessories into one setup. The ThinkPad Stack accessories are a Bluetooth speaker, a 10,000mAh power bank, and a wireless access point, and several external hard drives to choose from. It is a very cool set of products and I cannot wait to get my hands on them. Each accessory is sold separately and they will start landing in the middle of April. The Bluetooth speaker comes in at $89.99, the 10,000mAh power pack will be $49.99, and the wireless access point /1TB hard drive kit will retail for $199.99.

Lastly, Lenovo wants to keep the ThinkPad DNA going through all of it’s products and they are making a wide range of updates to the  ThinkPad X, T, L and E series. These models will feature super sharp displays that are up to 3K in resolution, along with the latest 5th Generation Intel Core processors inside. Lenovo is striving to keep the definitive business standards goals in check and are constantly improving these lines every year. Specifically, with the ThinkPad X250 they are creating the defensive premium business ultrabook. It features a 12.5-inch Full HD display, the latest 5th Generation Intel Core processors, weighing less than 3-pounds, and much more. The X250 will be landing in February and will start at $1149. The ThinkPad T450s and T450 start at $1099 and $849 and will be landing February. The ThinkPad T550 starts at $999 and is available in February. The E450 and E550 start at $599 and will be available in February. Lastly the ThinkPad L450 starts at $699 and will be available from February.

Overall, Lenovo has done a really great job with the 2015 ThinkPad product line and they are continuing to enhance and evolve the ThinkPad DNA throughout their product portfolio. You can see a press release and a full gallery below! Stay Tuned To NJTechReviews For More Coverage Of The 2015 Consumer Electronics Show!

Press Release

Lenovo Unveils Latest ThinkPad X1 Carbon to Celebrate One Hundred Millionth ThinkPad

After twenty two years and one hundred million units, Lenovo unleashes newest ThinkPad Portfolio Introducing gorgeous ThinkVision X24 monitor and ThinkPad Stack mix and match accessories

LAS VEGAS – January 4, 2015: PC computing leader Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced, at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show, the cutting edge ThinkPad 2015 product portfolio. Featuring the latest generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon, the world’s lightest 14 inch performance ultrabook, the iconic brand celebrates one hundred million units shipped and continues to build on its unique heritage enjoyed by loyal and passionate fans around the world. Lenovo wants to take this opportunity to thank all users of ThinkPad over the past two decades.

“Since the original ThinkPad 700, ThinkPad engineers have continued to drive innovation by making each new ThinkPad better than the last. Reaching 100 million units sold proves they are succeeding,” said Yuanqing Yang, chairman and CEO, Lenovo. “When we acquired IBM’s PC business, we made a promise to not just protect the ThinkPad franchise, but to make it even better, even stronger. Today, ThinkPad continues to be one of the most respected brands in the industry fueling Lenovo’s rise to number 1 in WW PCs. Now, even as Lenovo expands into mobile devices, servers and ecosystem and cloud computing, ThinkPad will remain at the core of our strategy and the heart of our business. It is an honor to continue to bring this legendary brand to our customers, and I look forward to many more ThinkPad milestones to come.”

Lenovo also introduces the ThinkVision X24 bringing gorgeous ultra-thin IPS panel technology to the computing workspace and ThinkPad Stack offers mix and match interlocking accessories to maximize productivity and minimize clutter.

Lenovo’s Best Business Ultrabook gets even Better

The third generation state-of-the-art X1 Carbon continues the tradition of ThinkPad brand equity. The lightest 14” performance Ultrabook in the world features new options like a super bright FHD display for the best viewing experience and a PCIe solid state drive for up to 80% faster storage performance than standard SSDs.

The newest X1 Carbon is also the most mobile ever, with even longer battery life and still weighing under 2.9 pounds with a durable and rugged carbon-forged chassis. Coupled with 5th Generation Intel® CoreTM processors and a whole suite of accessories to optimize the experience, the X1 Carbon permeates the ThinkPad heritage and continues to inspire relentless innovation.

Definitive Business Standards

The updated ThinkPad portfolio for 2015 highlights expanded business-class features and builds on the legacy of ThinkPad DNA. Thin and light, with awesome battery life to maximize mobility and bright and clear displays up to 3K resolution for optimum viewing pleasure and ergonomic comfort.

A complete set of ports and connections to make viewing, sharing and transferring data simple and effective. Featuring 5th Generation Intel® CoreTM processors, the new ThinkPad X, T, L and E series continue the brand focus on trusted quality.

ThinkVision X24

Innovative, elegant and with a gorgeous borderless screen, the 7.5mm thin ThinkVision X24 would be the centerpiece of any desk space. Featuring a next generation Neo Blade 23.8 inch panel, the X24 also includes a unique pre-coated metal surface technology in place of a traditional rear cover enhancing the premium design.

The ThinkVision X24 is not just form over function. The IPS panel highlights include Full HD resolution with a wide 178 degree viewing angle and DisplayPort or HDMI digital connectivity. The stylish and sturdy chrome stand is tilt- adjustable for ergonomic viewing complete a superlative display experience, both in performance and design experience.

ThinkPad Stack

Through an interlocking design, common accessories become extraordinary. More portable, fewer cables, and extra features mean ThinkPad Stack accessories are made for mobility. Through a magnetized interlocking design multiple Stack accessories take up less space and store more cleanly than traditional options. Pogo pin technology also allows each accessory to work better together.

The 10,000 mAh Power Bank keep phones and tablets powered up on long trips, the one terabyte USB 3.0 Hard Drive offers huge expansion on the road, the Wireless Access Point ensures a strong and stable Wi-Fi environment while travelling and the Bluetooth Speaker pairs seamlessly with ThinkPad systems to extend audio playback.

Pricing and Availability

Models of the ThinkPad X1 Carbon start at $1249 and will be available from January 2015.
Models of the ThinkPad X250 start at $1149 and will be available from February 2015.
The ThinkVision X24 starts at $249 and will be available from April 2015.
ThinkPad Stack accessories will be available from mid-April 2015, with ThinkPad Stack Bluetooth Speaker at $89.99, ThinkPad Stack 10000mAh Power Bank at $49.99, ThinkPad Wireless Access Point /1TB Hard Drive Kit at $199.99.

The 2015 ThinkPad portfolio also includes:
Models of the ThinkPad T450s and T450 start at $1099 and $849 respectively and will be available February 2015. Models of the ThinkPad T550 start at $999 and will be available from February 2015.
Models of the ThinkPad E450 and E550 start at $599 and will be available from February 2015.
Models of the ThinkPad L450 start at $699 and will be available from February 2015