Lenovo Announces New Line of Windows 8 Touchscreen Laptops

Today at CES, Lenovo announced several new devices to its lineup of consumer and business Windows 8 touch-optimized devices, which all feature 10-finger multi-touch capability. Interestingly, a few of these models are more like detachable tablets that connect to a dock.

The most expensive new touch-enabled model is Lenovo's new IdeaCentre A730, which is an all-in-one model starting at $1,499. The IdeaCentre A730 features an optional high-resolution display (2,560 x 1,440) measuring 27 inches diagonal. Essentially frameless, this laptop can adjust between -5 degrees to 90 degrees so people can use it comfortably in any position. The A730 supports up to Windows 8 Pro, includes choices of the 3rd gen Intel Core family of processors and features large storage options up to 1TB.

For those looking for more affordable laptops, Lenovo has announced another all-in-one model, C540, priced at $549 for a non-touch. (Lenovo will not disclose pricing for a touch model.) Additionally, the Z500 (15.6-inch display) and Z400 (14-inch), will also start around $699 (with touch.)

Other options for the price-conscious include the ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531, which start at $539. Although they're on the cheaper side, these laptops are the first from Lenovo to include the company's new OneLink connector, which enables multiple screens and is designed to eliminate cable clutter. In addition to touch functionality, the slim ThinkPad Edge E431 and E531 laptops feature improved graphics options for more vivid content on their displays up to full HD and a five-button ClickPad that allows users to control Windows 8 features from the keyboard.

Lenovo also updated their "signature" IdeaPad U310 and U410 mainstream Ultrabooks, which now have touch, measure just 18mm thick, and feature a 3rd gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor, the latest NVIDIA GeForce® graphics with DirectX® 11 and an extended battery life. Pricing will start at $779 and $850, respectively.
