Based on the statement in the Press Release, the Centrino 2 version of Toughbook CF-52 & CF-74 should be already available in the street with pricing begin from $1,949. Just to remind you, both models offers better video and graphics capabilities, bigger capacity, and WiFi 802.11 draft N.

“In addition to driving innovation in mobile computing, Panasonic also commits to our resellers and customers that we will help them manage image stability through measured product changes over time,” said Kyp Walls, director, product management, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. “Both the Toughbook 74, which has been a workhorse for field forces since its initial launch in 2006, and the desktop replacement Toughbook 52, launched last year, are undergoing their first significant upgrades after a year of image stability. Through these measures, we help to achieve our dual aim of enhanced ROI and lowered total cost of ownership.”

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