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Lenovo was all over the CES<\/a> in January showing new things, but they didn’t stop to rest when the big show ended. They have just announced some new ThinkPad models that should be available soon. The ultra-portable X-series gets a refresh, with the x200 line at the forefront. The 12-inch x201 and x201s are getting faster processors (over 3 GHz available), while retaining the 2.5 – 3 lb. weight for portability. There are three battery options — 4, 6, and 9-cell for up to 12 hours of run time.<\/p>\n The most exciting new model for me is the x201 Tablet, which is the 12-inch ThinkPad with the convertible screen. This model remains largely the same as the x200, with the addition of a small trackpad to augment the Trackstick. I happen to like the Trackstick, but there are times when a trackpad would be easier to use. The x201 Tablet comes with both input methods for maximum utility.<\/p>\n There are two display options for the new Tablet, an outdoor viewable screen and a multitouch enabled screen viewable from wide angles.<\/p>\n The massive w701 is the refreshed model of the 17-inch ThinkPad<\/a> I reviewed last year. The w701ds is the model with the second display (10.6-inch) that slides out of the main 17-inch display, making for a full dual-screen portable workstation solution. The w701ds has new processor options and retains the Wacom digitizer option for professional applications. The dual-screen model must be seen to be believed, so my original review<\/a> should be revisited for the photos of this behemoth.<\/p>\n