Fujitsu launches TH700 convertible tablet notebook

Fujitsu quietly launched the Lifebook TH700 tablet device that uses a larger 12-inch convertible display and is available to consumers now for an affordable price.

The device looks like a reliable tablet from Fujitsu, even though devices with convertible screens still haven't received a large amount of support from consumers.  The screen has multitouch support but a pen input can be used as well.

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The new device uses an Intel Core i3-350M 2.26GHz CPU, 4GB RAM, 320GB HDD, Intel HD GPU, and the 12" screen.  Fujitsu is shipping the tablet with Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium OS, as Windows 7 is now the flagship Microsoft OS.

Additional features include a DVD burner, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0, HDMI, Ethernet, webcam, fingerprint sensor, dual digitizer, and ambient light sensors.  The six-cell battery offers just five hours of battery life, which may seem disappointing, but is decent considering the amount that can be done with this device.

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Fujitsu's entry-level tablet is be available for $1,149 and started shipping on July 1.

Fujitsu isn't well known in the U.S. market for its notebooks and portable products, but the company continues to release solid products.  The TH700's specs are on course for a small notebook, with the convertible screen giving it a further advantage over rival products.

I wish Fujitsu had a more vocal approach prior to launching the TH700, as I think the device has a lot going for it.  The Intel Core i3 CPU, good amount of RAM, and multitouch support on the convertible screen are all very nice features for a 12" notebook available for less than $1,200.

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It is too bad that the screen is not detachable to make it a "real" tablet, like the Lenovo U1 laptop/tablet hybrid.

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