Lenovo Thinkpad X61T

Reviewed by: dephconnr7

Duration of ownership: 5 Months

Strengths: Great use of VISTA-B, + integration of Thinkvantage suite, great form factor + weight, too many to list. With multiview screen-great pen feel and response. Trusted Platform MGMT-awesome, and effective as a standalone client-have not used this in an enterprise config.

Weaknesses: Screen could be more visible in daylight, lcd backlit would be great. However VERY clear and readable screen-enough real estate for XGA res.

Overall Evaluation: Regarding recent user reviews on the bezel "ungluing" I have noticed this during the summer under hot use. However, it was not a real issue. The seperation takes place where the tablet buttons are, and nothing seems to be at risk in failing/coming apart, unlike other tablets I have owned. I use the x61t ALL the time-every day, as a planner (Blackboard Backpack) and for other common purposes. The screen is VERY durable and unexpectedly, the machine fell directly onto my "shift nob" in my car from the dash-as a GPS device, and the screen was unscathed! The instant response and power management is a big plus and will keep avid inking users happy for awhile. A notable upgrade will be a SSD, which will only extend battery life and create ever more realistic experience. The ultra-dock is an optional device and I personally do not have one. I use the tablet sleeve (without the plastic cover) and it does a great job in integrating the device in my busy life without concern for it's welfare. You will not be dissapointed with the newest tablet-it is practical, reliable, and forward thinking. Besides the bezel adhesive (which returns to normal when the ambient temp is cool) I have not had any other issues. As a avid trackpad user, I welcome the "eraser" mouse. If this device had an SSD disk-it would be unstoppable. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.