Lenovo today announced 2018 updates to several models of the company’s ThinkPad lineup. The ThinkPad T, X, and L-series models all see a jump to 8th Generation Intel Core processors, improved cameras for use with Windows Hello, a built-in “ThinkShutter” webcam cover for increased security and privacy, USB Type-C for both power and data, and support for Lenovo’s ThinkPad Docking Station.

ThinkPad X Series

Lenovo’s X-Series line of laptops are consumer-focused high-end ultraportable systems that the company describes as “Ultraportable Productivity Tools.” Note that the updates described here are for the X280 model only, not the popular X1 Carbon line.

Key features of the 2018 update:

Mil-Spec tested for durability in inhospitable locations

Rapid charging support (80 percent charge in 60 minutes)

Long battery life (13 hours for the X280 and 13.6 hours for the X380 Yoga)

Thinner and lighter design (X280 is 20 percent lighter and 15 percent thinner than its predecessor)

The ThinkPad X280 starts at $999 while the ThinkPad X380 Yoga starts at $1459. Both will be available starting this month.

ThinkPad T Series

The Lenovo T-Series is the company’s mid-range business line, with a blend of performance, efficiency, and value.

Key features of the 2018 update:

Security features including IR camera, fingerprint reader, and the ThinkShutter camera cover

Optional discrete graphics card

Up to 27 hours of battery life for models configured with extended battery options

The ThinkPad T480 starts at $989, the T480s at $1269, and the T580 at $1079. All three models will be available starting this month.

ThinkPad L Series

The L-Series is Lenovo’s value-focused business line, with models available in both traditional and 2-in-1 “Yoga” form factors.

Key features of the 2018 update:

Thinner and lighter with size options available in 15-, 14-, and an all new 13-inch form factor

Optional multi-touch displays

Discrete graphics options on the L480 and L580 models

The ThinkPad L380 starts at $609, the L380 Yoga at $1049, the L480 at $779, and the L580 at $769. All four models are available starting this month.

ThinkPad Docking Station

Finally, Lenovo also announced a new docking station that is compatible with the ThinkPad X280, T480, T480s, T580, L480, and L580 laptops. The ThinkPad Ultra Docking Station features a one-touch slide-to-connect docking process and provides additional security via a key-based locking mechanism.

While Lenovo touts “complete connectivity options,” we unfortunately don’t yet have a list of exactly which types of I/O it offers. We’ll update this entry when that information becomes available.

The ThinkPad Docking Station will be available in three different models: Basic (90W) for $199, Pro (135W) for $249, and Ultra (135W) for $299. All three will be launching later this month.