This is just a rumor at this point, but it’s definitely one we’d file in the believable column. According to NewGadgets.de, HP’s planning to update its 12.1-inch tm2 convertible tablet with Core i3 and i5 processors in June. Considering we’ve heard that Intel will be releasing its Core i5 ULV processors around then, this certainly makes sense — after all, we’d expect HP to swap out the current Core 2 Duo ULV processors for something more powerful, yet power efficient. Time will tell if the new chips make it into the multitouch laptop, but it’s good to know that HP’s still working on at least some sort of Windows 7 tablet.

Lenovo has officially announced their ThinkPad L Series. The greenest and most recycled laptop as stated by Lenovo.

Quick overview

Lenovo’s ThinkPad L Series:

• 14-inch L412 and 15-inch L512 models
• powered by Intel Celeron, Core i3 and Core i5 processors.

With the Edge models replacing SL in the small business realm, this “new” L Series will be replacing the R Series for entry-level corporate models. These are intended to provide comparable functionality to the more expensive T Series, but with a lower cost design and some feature de-contenting to reduce cost. Lenovo will also sell these to the education market, serving primary and secondary schools.

Differences between L and T Series

• Wider choice in processors, including Celeron, Core i3, Core i5; no Core i7
• Optional ATI graphics on L, NVIDIA graphics on T
• No SSD option on L
• Both have ExpressCard/34, 4 USB 2.0 ports, multi-card reader, VGA & DisplayPort (w/audio); no Firewire on L
• L has USB/eSATA combo port, T410 has separate eSATA
• No ThinkLight, roll cage or swappable bay drive on L Series
• ABS plastic on L; HEPC plastic on top, carbon fiber reinforced plastic on bottom of T410
• 6-row (non-chiclet) keyboard on L; standard 7-row on T
• 16:9 LCD on L, 16:10 on T410, 16:9 on T510

Differences between L and SL Series

• Update to newest Intel processors on L
• SL series have HDMI output, L Series have DisplayPort (w/audio output too)
• Combo headphone/mic jack on L
• L gets TPM chip, upgraded to Gobi 2000 WWAN

There’s no mistaking the fact that this understated machine is aimed primarily at those rocking suits more often than pajamas, but just because the all-new Tecra M11’s outfit ain’t flashy, that doesn’t mean there’s not a party raging on the inside. In an effort to keep with the times, Toshiba has equipped its newest spreadsheet warrior with Intel’s Core i3 and Core i5 processors, and just in case your company has yet to evolve its operating system, a copy of WinXP is thrown in alongside Windows 7. Other specs include up to 3GB of DDR3 RAM, integrated Intel HD graphics (or an NVIDIA NVS 2100M on the $1,229 model), a 320GB hard drive (7,200rpm), dual-layer DVD writer and a 14-inch LED backlit panel (1,366 x 768). You’ll also get a webcam, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, WiFi, audio in / out, an ExpressCard slot and a three-year warranty, all for the low, low starting price of $899. Oh, and it’s available today, junior!

Toshiba Tecra M11