Lenovo unveils new lineup of ThinkBook, ThinkPad devices

Lenovo unveils its new lineup of commercial products including the latest innovations of their stylish ThinkBook Portfolio, featherweight X1 Nano as the Lightest ThinkPad Ever and pioneering ThinkPad X1 Fold, and the unveiling of the New Predictive and Proactive SaaS Tool for Smarter PC Fleet Management.

Lenovo Expands Stylish ThinkBook Portfolio to Enhance New Working Models

On September 29, 2020, Lenovo unveiled its broadest ThinkBook portfolio to date, designed to empower the modern professional through transitional times. Spanning no less than six new models, the new generation of ThinkBook laptops blend a modern design philosophy with features built for a "work-from-anywhere" world. These laptops sport a distinctive new look with a stylish dual-tone top cover and ultra-narrow display bezels built for immersive viewing experiences. ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 delivers outstanding speed and productivity with 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics, Thunderbolt 4 and flexible storage options. In a first for laptops, the ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 is available with optional integrated wireless earbuds for instant collaboration. ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 with optional WQXGA display delivers uncompromised mobile performance with Intel Evo platform in a lightweight package that can be carried from room to room, or office to office. ThinkBook 14s Yoga, the first 2-in-1 ThinkBook makes it easy to transform any space to a work zone with its versatile form factor.

ThinkBook 13s Gen 2

• Co-engineered with Intel, the ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 with optional WQXGA display has been tested, tuned and verified to meet the requirements of the Intel Evo platform across hardware specifications and key experience targets for device responsiveness, instant wake, battery life and fast charge, making it an exceptional laptop for getting things done.
• Thunderbolt 4, optional PCIe Gen 4 storage and long battery life keeps you productive throughout your work day.
• High resolution 13.3-inch display with new 16:10 aspect ratio offers 90% screen-to-body ratio with ultra-narrow bezels and is available with optional touch.
• Virtual meetings are enhanced with smarter audio featuring microphones that can switch between three different audio modes: private, shared and environmental sound ensuring the best meeting experience, wherever you are.

ThinkBook 14s Yoga

• Smart Pen syncs with your device. Pull out the Pen in modern standby mode and the note-taking app opens automatically. When logged into Windows 10, Windows Ink shortcuts are ready the moment you pick up the Pen.
• The power of 11th Gen Intel Core processors and the flexibility of Yoga form factor allows seamless transition between modes for greater productivity. Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C ports facilitate connectivity between ultra-fast peripherals and monitors.
• The 14s Yoga is available in classic ThinkBook mineral grey, but a limited-edition Abyss Blue version is available adding the right mix of flair and elegance.

ThinkBook 15 Gen 2

• Integrated ThinkBook wireless earbuds, which can be stored within the laptop, deliver a completely new audio experience. These earbuds charge automatically when stored & connect to the laptop audio instantly when taken out. Muting or unmuting yourself during calls is as easy as a double tap on the earbuds. Equipped with dual mics and environmental noise cancellation, these earbuds make online meetings more effective than ever before.
• Flexible storage options that include a combination of Hard disk drive (HDD) and Solid-state drive (SSD) or dual SSD.
• Modern Standby enables an always-on, always-connected experience that ensures that your PC is ready for you when you are and downloads emails even with the lid closed.
• Working remotely and need support? The service hot key helps users reach Lenovo support at the press of a button, automatically including device details such as serial number for a fast track support experience.

Lenovo is also announcing the broad ThinkBook portfolio powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors or AMD Ryzen 4000 series processors and updated ThinkPad E series designed for SMB, including:

ThinkBook 15p: High performance laptop with NVIDIA GTX 1650Ti graphics and X-Rite Pantone certified display

ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 AMD: AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Mobile Processors powered laptop

ThinkBook 14 Gen 2: Intel or AMD powered 14-inch laptop

ThinkBook 14s Gen 2: Intel or AMD powered thin and light 14-inch laptop will be offered in selected markets

ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 AMD: Lightweight laptop powered by AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Mobile Processors

ThinkPad E14 and E15 Gen 2: 11th Gen Intel Core processors with ThinkPad heritage features

Lenovo also launches a new ThinkVision T27hv-20 USB-C Hub monitor with the innovative Lenovo Display Control Center - ThinkColor. Designed to meet the collaboration requirements of a hybrid working model, the 27-inch display features a 1080p IR/RGB webcam, noise cancelling microphones and integrated speakers that help users conference with confidence. Confidentiality is enhanced with Smart Guard that blurs the screen the moment you look or move away or detects someone peeking over your shoulder. Smart Energy will turn off the screen when it senses that you have moved away from your desk, saving power and protecting data.

The new ThinkVision T27hv-20 is a 27-inch monitor specifically designed to offer the single-cable USB-C connectivity for clean desk while including features optimized for audio-visual conferencing. Mounted on an ergonomic lift, tilt, pivot and swivel stand, the display features a 1080p IRRGB camera with adjustable angle delivers crisp images and includes a shutter for protection. Two noise cancelling microphonesincluded in the camera mechanism enable clear voice capability and integrated speakers provide immersive sound. If you need privacy, the monitor includes an audio port and practical headphone hook to further enhance that clean desk feeling.

ThinkVision T27hv-20 features include:

• 27-inch display with 2560 x 1440 resolution and 3-side near edgeless bezels
• Integrated 1080p IRRGB webcam, microphones and speakers for easy video conferencing
• USB-C Hub delivers single cable connectivity including data, video and Ethernet while able to power devices up to 90W. Hub also includes four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for direct connection of compatible external devices
• Smart Traffic Light warns colleagues or family members that you are live on a conference call by a red-light illumination on the webcam
• TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort and Eyesafe certification helps protect eyes from strain without color distortion through Natural Low Blue Light technology
• Lenovo Display Control Center - ThinkColor for end users to better master display settings, seamless multitasking and offers easy remote asset management for IT managers.

Featherweight X1 Nano is Lightest ThinkPad Ever, Pioneering ThinkPad X1 Fold is Now Available to Order

Lenovo is very excited to unveil the latest addition to our premium X1 portfolio, ThinkPad X1 Nano. The lightest ThinkPad ever at just 1.99 pounds (907g) breaks new ground for performance and functionality in an incredibly featherweight package. Lenovo's first ThinkPad based on Intel Evo platform and powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors, the X1 Nano delivers supreme speed and intelligence while maintaining outstanding battery life. Stunning visuals are delivered through a narrow bezel 13-inch 2K display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, and four speakers and four 360-degree microphones enhance the audio-visual capabilities. For a truly immersive user experience, the X1 Nano supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. State of the art connectivity is provided by WiFi 6 and optional 5G will deliver higher bandwidth capability and drive new levels of always on always connected efficiency and collaboration in a new hybrid working world.

Lenovo is also delighted to announce that the world's first foldable PC, ThinkPad X1 Fold, is available to order and will ship in a few weeks. A pinnacle of engineering innovation, the X1 Fold offers a revolutionary mix of portability and versatility that defines a new computing category enabled by Intel Core processors with Intel Hybrid Technology and made possible by Intel's Project Athena innovation program. Blending familiar functionality that we all know from smartphones, tablets and laptops into a single foldable PC device that will forever reshape the way you work, play, create and connect. With optional 5G, you can trust that your connection speed is more secure and optimized where available and that you are better protected with ThinkShield security features.

ThinkPad X1 Nano

At less than one kilogram, ThinkPad X1 Nano is the lightest ever ThinkPad. It delivers one of the most complete ultra-light laptop packages today with supreme performance, displays, sound and security.

• Packed with up to 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics, X1 Nano features the world's best processors for thin-and-light laptops, delivering up to 2.7x faster content creation, more than 20% faster office productivity and more than 2x faster gaming plus streaming in real-world workflows over competitive products.
• Thunderbolt 4 offers fast, single cable connection to power, monitors, storage and many other external devices.
• X1 Nano is the first ThinkPad to feature an updated suite of AI and biometric ThinkShield security features. These range from new voice recognition and human presence detection that enable zero touch login and device lock when the user walks away to the familiar Match on Chip Fingerprint Reader.
• X1 Nano can be preloaded with Windows 10 Pro or Ubuntu Linux OS and features optional 5G for future-ready connectivity.
• A 13-inch Dolby Vision 2K display with a 16:10 aspect ratio offers expansive views and 100% sRGB ensures clarity and color accuracy. Touch display options are also available.
• The speaker system includes four speakers with Dolby Atmos support for immersive sound and combined with four 360-degree microphones ensure you are loud and clear during audio and video calls.

ThinkPad X1 Fold

Five years in the making, the ThinkPad X1 Fold is the first of its kind in a new personal computing category that will push boundaries and redefine how we engage with technology. Carry small, use big. ThinkPad X1 Fold adapts to new remote, office and hybrid working models, enabling trailblazers to embrace ground-breaking innovation that will empower creativity, collaboration and entertainment as it seamlessly transforms to their specific needs.

ThinkPad X1 Fold is now available to order, including optional accessories such as the Bluetooth Mini Fold Keyboard that can be stored and wirelessly charged inside the system; the Lenovo Mod Pen so users can take notes, annotate or sign legal documents; and the Lenovo Easel Stand for easy portrait or landscape placement on a desk.

Lenovo Unveils New Predictive and Proactive SaaS Tool for Smarter PC Fleet Management

With the introduction of its latest Software as a Service (SaaS) tool, Lenovo dives into the Digital Experience Monitoring space. Introducing Lenovo Device Intelligence, a cloud-based SaaS offering capable of assisting in not only diagnosing PC issues, but also in predicting potential system failures before they occur.

Developed for IT administrators that manage fleets of employee PCs, this latest tool monitors the health and performance of Lenovo Thinkbranded laptops and third-party PCs alike. Leveraging AI and machine learning for proactive device insights and predictive analytics, it also offers IT admins proven and prescriptive remediations at their fingertips to help swiftly resolve issues and keep their employees up-and-running, enhancing their digital experience.

Pricing and Availability:

ThinkBook and ThinkPad Intel Models:

ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $569.

ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $829.

ThinkBook 14s Yoga is expected to be available from November 2020, starting at $879.

ThinkBook 15p is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $939.

ThinkBook 14 Gen 2 is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $569.

ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 is expected to be available from November 2020, starting at $699.

ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 is expected to be available from November 2020, starting at $699.

ThinkBook AMD Models:

ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 AMD is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $549.

ThinkBook 14 Gen 2 AMD is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $549.

ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 AMD is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $729.

ThinkVision:

ThinkVision T27hv-20 is expected to be available from December 2020, starting at $549.

ThinkPad X1 Fold with Windows 10 is available to order now and will ship in a few weeks, with prices starting at $2,499.

ThinkPad X1 Nano is expected to be available in 4th quarter 2020. Prices are expected to start from $1,399.

Lenovo Device Intelligence will be initially available starting October 2020 in the United States, Canada, Germany, France, Japan and Australia, with a phased expansion to other global markets through 2021.