Panasonic has updated its Toughbook 19F convertible tablet PC to include the Core 2 Duo processor and additional memory capacity. They also plan to launch a version that includes an integrated camera. The non-camera version is available now for $3,200 whiles the camera version will be available May 2008 for $3,700. For $500 more that better be one nice camera.

More specs after the ‘leap’

• Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor U7500 (2MB L2 cache), Processor speed 1.06GHz, 533MHz FSB
• 80GB HDD (shock-mounted and user-removable)
• 1 GB SDRAM standard, expandable to 4 GB
• Optional external USB Combo Drive
• Full magnesium alloy case with hand strapTouchscreen Display version: 10.4″ 1024 x 768 (XGA) transmissive, 500 nit daylight-readable TFT Active Matrix Color LCD
• Tablet Display version: 10.4″ 1024 x 768 (XGA) transmissive, 550 nit daylight-readable TFT Active Matrix Color LCD with Digitizer
• Dimensions: 1.9″ (H) x 10.7″ (W) x 8.5″ (D)
• Weight: 5.1 lbs.
• Battery Life: 7 hours, depending on use conditions
• Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth v2.0+EDR
• Optional integrated WWAN (EV-DO Rev. A or HSDPA)
• Optional integrated GPS receiver
• Optional integrated 2MP camera with 5 ft. LED flash
• Security features include: wireless on/off switch; Password Security: Supervisor, User; Hard Disk Lock; Cable lock slot; Trusted Platform Module (TPM) v.1.2 security chip; Computrace theft protection agent in BIOS; optional fingerprint scanner; optional SmartCard reader
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business (with XP downgrade option), Setup, Diagnostics, DMI Viewer, Online Reference Manual, Adobe® Reader, Panasonic Handwriting (with signature capture on Tablet PC version), Software Keyboard, Display Rotation Tool, Hard Disk Data Erase Utility, Recovery DVD
• 3-year limited warranty, parts & labor