Fujitsu ST6012: A Stylistic Touchscreen Computer
Rugged Tablet PC Roubt with Wireless, Processing Functions
Dec 19, 2008
The Windows Tablet PC form factor continues to quietly move along even as hot laptop computers such as the MacBook Air steal the limelight for portable computers. One of the latest to debut in this niche market is the sleek looking Fujitsu Stylistic ST6012.
The Fujitsu Stylistic ST6012 starts around $2,000 for a base configuration price. It, like other Tablet PCs, is controlled through the 12.1-inch touchscreen display. This display offers a 160-degree viewing angle indoors and outdoors and has a maximum external resolution of 1600 x 1200 pixels.
Processing, Graphics Features for Business or Consumer
The ST6012 is targeted primarily towards business applications, such as insurance or retail sales, but would work well for consumers seeking a Tablet PC design. It runs Windows Vista Business and includes a multifunction pen for interacting with the display. This pen, for example, can let one using it sketch on the display or fill out digital forms.
Fujitsu chose an Intel Core 2 duo processor for the heart of this Tablet PC, though Intel Centrino 2 with vPro Technology is available on select configurations. The processor is paired with an Intel GS45 video graphics controller and support for up to 1.3 MB of video memory. System memory can range up to 4 GB, with hard drive storage size from the factory hitting either 250 GB for a SATA hard drive or 64 GB for a MLC solid state drive.
The design of the ST6012, which weighs 3.5 pounds, is described by Fujitsu as being semi-rugged via its magnesium alloy lower casing and shock-mounted hard drive. It has a variety of security measures built in to prevent unauthorized usage, including biometric, pre-boot authentication, a dedicated smart card slot, BIOS-enabled theft recovery, two-level hard drive password and a universal lock slot.
Wireless, Other Features Round Out ST6012
Wireless and communications technologies seem to be another focused aspect of the ST6012. Bluetooh v2.1, 802.11 a/b/g/draft-n Wi-Fi and wireless USB are among the choices on the wireless side, while a 1.3-megapixel camera mounted on the rear side and a dual digital microphone array with audio enhancements provide for communications with others.
Other features of the Fujitsu Stylistic ST6012 include up to 11 hours and 40 minutes of battery life with an optional nice-cell battery, one step display rotation between horizontal and vertical and an optional dock with a choice of optical drive installations.
The ST6012 from Fujitsu is available now, according to the computer manufacturer. More information and purchasing options can be found at the Fujitsu Web site.
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