Typical price: £1,630
What is it: Widescreen business laptop with good security features
What we think: Widescreen business laptops aren't particularly common, but the Z60t deserves attention because of this fact. It also stands out thanks to its incorporated fingerprint reader, excellent security features and long battery life
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 3 March 2006
Tags: Lenovo, Lenovo Thinkpad Z60t, performance, discs, widescreen display
We like:
Small and lightweight; fingerprint reader; security features
We don't like:
Relative lack of power; dull chassis colouring
You might also need:
USB mouse; USB hub
CNET UK judgement:
The Z60t is the first Thinkpad created since the the brand was acquired by Lenovo. It manages to retain the best elements of previous Thinkpads, but brings some fresh ideas including contemporary style cues, and a widescreen display. Some may argue it's strayed too far from tradition, but we'd argue it combines the best of the old with the new
Full review:
When IBM sold its PC division to Lenovo in 2005, there was concern that the Thinkpad brand would lose its value and premium perception. In a bid to smooth the transition, Lenovo completed a canny, if confusing, deal to use IBM branding on its products until 2010. The Thinkpad Z60t is its first endeavour, but rather than play it safe, Lenovo has taken some bold steps. Continue Reading...
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