PC Magazine - 2009 11.pdf - Libertad Zero

FIRST looks hardwareFujitsu LifeBook T5010 (Multitouch)Fujitsu’sMultitouchTabletConvertible tablets are and willremain specialized productsthat cater to a certain group ofpeople. Nevertheless, the multitouchLifeBook T5010 is thehallmark of what a tablet user experienceshould be. Though the design lacks style andthe battery life could use some pick-me-up,it now has dual active displays, which workslike this: The pen triggers Wacom’s digitizedpanel, and when you apply a finger (or two),the capacitive touch panel similar to theApple iPhone’s, is activated.The T5010 retains an older chassis that’sjust begging for a makeover. While othertablet makers are using 12-inch widescreens,the T5010 opted to use a 13.3-inch screen,one of the biggest for a tablet. The T5010also has a responsive capacitive touch technology,instead of resistive, so you don’thave to apply pressure against the screen.The multi-touch display recognizes up totwo fingers, and that means you can pinchand rotate photos, Word documents, Webpages, PDF files, and so on. You also get aFujitsu LifeBook T5010 (Multitouch)$1,859 directl l l h mPROS Capacitive touch panel. Support Windows7 Multi-touch. Digitized pen is an excellenttool. Powerful and energy-efficient processor.Mobile Broadband available. Tons ofsecurity features.Cons Clunky design. Tablets are still priceyinstruments. Battery life is below average on asingle battery. 80GB hard drive is more meagerthan those found in netbooks.free upgrade to Windows 7.Though pricey and a bit outdated in termsof design, the T5010 is a convertible tabletthat gives you three vital tools for datainput: a keyboard, a digital pen, and now,multitouch.—Cisco Cheng>>CLICK HERE FOR MOREISPECS 2.53-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 processor; 2GB SDRAM; 80GB hard drive; Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics;13.3-inch display; 4.8 pounds; 3 USB ports; 63-Wh battery; Windows Vista Business (32-bit).24 PC MAGAZINE DIGITAL EDITION NOVEMBER 2009