Panasonic announced today that it has updated its Toughbook 19 to use Intel Core 2 Duo processors and expanded the memory capacity. The Toughbook 19 is a convertible tablet notebook that weighs 5.1 pounds.

The updated Toughbook 19 features Core 2 duo Processor U7500 processor running at 1.06GHz with a 533MHz FSB. The hard drive is a 80GB unit and the system uses 1GB of SDRAM and is expandable to 4GB. The MSRP has a MSRP of $3199 without the integrated camera and $3699 with it.

"Panasonic has always been at the forefront of engineering and building mobile solutions that incorporate enhancements in processing power while advancing durability, screen brightness, battery life and embedded wireless technologies," said Kyp Walls, director of product management, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Panasonic engineers tackle reliability from the inside out and we manufacture and real-world test to ensure that our technology can withstand the conditions our customers face every day--and over the long term. Panasonic's technical superiority is further supported by our deep network of channel partners and solution providers who understand the environments in which our customers work and the applications they require to meet the high standards expected of them."

Via Panasonic