Original URL: http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2008/10/21/fujitsu_lifebook_p8020/
Fujitsu intros gesture-control laptop line
Multi-touch LifeBook P8020 debuts in US
21st October 2008 10:29 GMT
Fujitsu has expanded its LifeBook laptop line with a touchy-feely model that sports a gesture-enabled touchpad.
Fujitsu's P8020 LifeBook:
The P8020’s touchpad lets you zoom in and out by moving two fingers closer or further apart. It also lets you perform a continuous scroll – something that Fujitsu’s called “ChiralMotion” – by moving your finger in a clockwise circular motion to scroll down, or counter-clockwise to scroll up.
Such features aren’t unique because similar touchpad functions feature on the latest range of MacBooks (http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2008/10/14/apple_macbook_08/), but it does at least show that Fujitsu’s trying to keep up with its rivals.
Under the P8020’s hood is a 1.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo SU9400 processor with 3MB L2 cache and connected to 2GB of 800MHz memory. The machine has a 800MHz front side bus and Intel G45 chipset.
Touch control, Fujitsu style
A 12.1in, 1280 x 800 screen has been built into the P8020’s lid and graphics are handled by the Intel GMA 4500 HD graphics core integrated into the chipset.
Users have a number of storage options to choose from, ranging from between 120GB and 320GB of hard drive space to a 128GB SSD at the top end. You’ll also get a dual-layer, multi-format DVD writer as standard.
Connectivity wise, the machine supports Wi-Fi 802.11n and allows for short-range data transfers over Bluetooth 2.1. Some of the P8020’s other selling points include a fingerprint reader and a spill-resistant keyboard. You’ll also be able to hold videoconferences with colleagues thanks to the laptop’s integrated 1.3-megapixel webcam.
Fujitsu’s P8020 is available in the States now online (http://store.shopfujitsu.com/fpc/Ecommerce/buildseriesbean.do?series=P8020), with prices starting at $1800 (£1053/€1357) and topping out at $2500 (£1462/€1886). A UK specific release date or price range hasn’t been confirmed yet.
Fujitsu LifeBook P8020 Picture Gallery (http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2008/10/21/fujitsu_lifebook_p8020/page2.html)
Fujitsu LifeBook P8020 Picture Gallery
