Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist and ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14: A Summary
this article details Lenovo’s announcements at a recent demo, focusing on teh innovative ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist and the updated ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14.Here’s a breakdown:
ThinkBook Plus gen 7 Auto Twist:
* Key Feature: A rotating soundbar hinge that transforms the laptop into a more versatile device.It can switch between landscape and portrait modes.
* AI Integration: A standout feature is a built-in AI assistant that manifests as a “kind robot” on the screen, displaying eyes and a mouth while responding too queries. This is currently a demo feature with no confirmed release date.
* AI Capabilities: Beyond the robot assistant, the Auto Twist will include Lenovo’s SMB Vertical AI Solution for on-device meeting transcription, captioning (with translation), and AI-assisted video creation.
* Processor: Powered by Intel’s Core ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) processor, featuring a 50 TOPS NPU, making it a Copilot+ PC capable of running offline AI tools like Microsoft Recall and Windows Studio Effects.
* Price & Availability: Available in June starting at $1,649 in the US.
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14:
* Design Update: Adopts a new internal layout called “Space Frame,” allowing components to be placed on both sides of the motherboard.
* Repairability: The Space Frame design considerably improves repairability.
* Processor: Details on the processor are not explicitly stated in this excerpt,but it’s implied to be a new generation.
* Construction: The bottom surface is held in place with a limited number of screws, further aiding repairability.
In essence, Lenovo is pushing boundaries with AI integration (Auto Twist) and focusing on user-friendliness and repairability (X1 Carbon). The Auto Twist is particularly intriguing with its potential for a more engaging AI experience, while the X1 carbon continues to refine its reputation as a reliable and maintainable business laptop.
