Dell announced today the Latitude XT2 Tablet PC, featuring “better performance, security and manageability” than the previous XT generation.
The 12.1-inch Dell Latitude XT2 now comes with the newer Intel Core 2 Duo SU9300 or SU9400 processor, Intel’s GMA 4500MHD instead of the ATI Radeon Xpress 1250 graphics, and with DDR3 memory instead of DDR2 in the Latitude XT. The capacitive 1280×800 display supports both multi-touch and pen inputs and uses LED backlight.
Other features of the Latitude XT are:
* Up to 11 hours, 28 minutes of battery life with six cell battery and optional 6-cell battery slice
* Daylight Viewable display that has up to 100 percent more luminance than the HP EliteBook 2730p
* Full-size keyboard, touchpad, point stick and battery-free pen give users input flexibility
* Combines performance with high touch accuracy to allow touch interface with small icons without drops or hangs
* Comprehensive services options with Dell ProSupport.
* Improved connectivity with new LCD-based wireless antenna design
* Enhanced hinge design for improved panel stability
* SATA drive support providing updated storage technology and enhanced performance
* Comprehensive security features adding Dell ControlVault and ControlPoint Security Manager
* DDR3 RAM allows better performance and up to 5GB RAM
* Manageability with integration of Intel vPro and DASH 1.0 compliance.
The XT2 starts at 3.62lbs when configured with a 4-cell battery and 3.78lbs with a 6-cell unit.
Dell’ new Tablet PC has a base price of $2,399 and is available now at Dell.com.
Note: This article was published on 03/19/2008 and updated with the new info on 02/10/2009.