Lenovo has unveiled a new line of AI-powered PCs designed to deliver smarter, more personalized experiences for users across personal and professional settings, including creatives, data scientists, and developers of native AI applications. Announced in Singapore on October 28, 2024, this lineup brings together advanced AI capabilities and stylish design to create an infotainment-rich experience tailored to meet the needs of professionals, creatives, and everyday users.
AI Transforming Work and Creativity
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way individuals work and create. In a rapidly changing environment where businesses and individuals must constantly adapt, AI-powered PCs have become an essential tool rather than a luxury. By simplifying complex tasks, enhancing productivity, and delivering real-time insights, these AI-driven PCs enable professionals to boost creativity, streamline workflows, and elevate performance in daily tasks.
Lenovo’s new range of Copilot+ PCs was introduced to showcase these capabilities, integrating advanced AI features that focus on productivity, creativity, and personal well-being. These enhancements are designed to cater to various needs, from improving workflow efficiency to delivering real-time support through features like Smart Share, Smart Care, and Smart Modes.
New Models
Lenovo’s latest lineup includes various models, such as the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition*, Yoga Pro 7*, Yoga Slim 7x, IdeaPad 5x 2in1, IdeaPad Slim 5x, ThinkPad Z13, ThinkPad T14s Gen 5, ThinkPad T14 Gen 5, ThinkPad P14s Gen 5, ThinkPad E14 Gen 6, ThinkPad T14s Gen 6*, and the ThinkPad X1 Carbon*. Each of these models demonstrates Lenovo’s commitment to integrating AI to make everyday computing smarter and more intuitive. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition, for example, is an Intel Evo Edition laptop powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, equipped with an 8-core hybrid processor and high-performance graphics to deliver smooth performance during demanding tasks. This model, along with others, combines key platform technologies and system optimizations to reduce lag, minimize distractions, and reduce the reliance on battery chargers. Key features include:
● Cooler, quieter performance with long-lasting battery life in an ultra-thin design
● Built-in security features that help guard against malware and vulnerabilities
● Intel Arc graphics for faster content creation and smoother gameplay on the go
● Ultra-fast connectivity with Intel® Wi-Fi 7 (5 Gig) and Thunderbolt Share3, allowing the PC to connect to multiple monitors, transfer files, and charge quickly
● Instant wake and fast charging, along with the highest sustainability standards, such as EPEAT Gold certification.
“Our new AI-powered PCs represent a major step forward in computing,” said Nigel Lee, Lenovo Singapore’s Country General Manager. “By embedding intelligent, AI-enhanced features into our devices, we’re offering solutions that go beyond performance – they’re intuitive, adaptable, and uniquely personal.” Lee further emphasized that Lenovo’s mission has always been about purposeful innovation, and this AI-integrated lineup demonstrates Lenovo’s commitment to creating technology that empowers users in every aspect of life, whether professionally or creatively.
AI for Creatives
For creative professionals, Lenovo’s AI-powered PCs with Lenovo Copilot bring a range of tools that enhance workflows and foster innovation. From AI-driven image generation and editing to advanced content creation and collaboration capabilities, these PCs support creatives in realizing their visions more quickly and effectively. Lenovo Copilot, an AI assistant, can assist with tasks such as brainstorming, writing, and designing, enabling creatives to focus on their craft while the technology handles routine tasks. Notable features for creatives include:
● AI-enhanced image generation and editing, allowing users to create visuals and modify images easily
● Intelligent content creation capabilities that generate ideas, outlines, and even draft text
● Enhanced collaboration tools for seamless communication and teamwork
Lenovo Aura: A Customized AI Experience
Lenovo Aura is an AI platform built to elevate the user experience on Lenovo’s AI-powered PCs.
This platform integrates seamlessly with Lenovo devices, providing a tailored and intuitive interface that adapts to user preferences. Lenovo Aura Edition laptops, such as the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13, feature a suite of innovative functionalities aimed at enhancing user experience, including:
● Shield: Privacy protection with features like Privacy Alert and Privacy Guard, which can automatically launch the preferred VPN on public Wi-Fi networks
● Attention: Minimizes distractions by silencing notifications and timers
● Collaboration: Optimizes video performance for virtual meetings
● Wellness: Encourages digital health through posture alerts and reminders to reduce eye strain
● Power Mode: Quick settings to balance performance and battery life
● Smart Suggestions: Aura learns from usage patterns to provide intelligent recommendations for new apps, content, and services, making it easier to discover what users need
● Personalized Settings: Aura adapts to user preferences and optimizes display and keyboard settings based on ambient conditions and user behaviour
● Smart Share: Allows effortless image sharing between Lenovo Aura laptops and smartphones, simply by tapping devices together
● Smart Care: Provides instant access to Lenovo’s support tools, offering real-time assistance for troubleshooting
● Smart Modes: Automatically adjusts laptop settings based on activity, such as optimizing the camera for meetings in collaboration mode or enhancing privacy in shield mode
Joan Ng, Lenovo Singapore’s Consumer Lead, highlighted the Lenovo Aura Edition as a premium device designed to boost productivity and creativity.
“The Lenovo Aura Edition is more than a high-performance laptop—it’s a device tailored to elevate both productivity and creativity,” she said. Ng emphasized that the collaboration with Lenovo showcases a shared vision to deliver smarter, more intuitive technology, transforming the user experience with an advanced AI-driven design.
Expanding AI-Powered Solutions Beyond PCs
Building on the success of its Edison Award-winning smart manufacturing and retail solutions, Lenovo is extending its AI capabilities to its PC lineup. This year, Lenovo introduced a comprehensive suite of smart manufacturing and retail solutions aimed at helping businesses increase productivity, enhance customer experience, and streamline operations. These solutions are tailored for Singaporean SMEs embarking on digital transformation, offering tools such as Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Supply Chain Intelligence, Dynamic Pricing, and Electronic Shelf Labels. These retail solutions, recognized in the 2024 Edison Awards, equip local enterprises to stay agile and efficient in a global marketplace by reducing manual labour and errors and improving operational efficiency.
Lenovo’s AI-powered PC lineup, targeting students, professionals, creatives, and gamers, presents a distinctive mix of performance, design, and innovative AI features. This demonstrates Lenovo’s commitment to supporting users’ diverse needs in an increasingly digital world.
Pricing and Availability
● Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15”, 9) – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,449.
● Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 (14”, 9) – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,299.
● Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 (14”, 9) – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 1,449.
● Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x (14”, 9) – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 1,299.
● Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x (14”, 9) – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,199.
● Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 AMD – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 1,299.
● Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 AMD – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,369.
● Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 AMD – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,129.
● Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 2,279.
● Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 6 Intel – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 1,779.
● Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 Qualcomm – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 3,839.
● Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition – Available from October 28, 2024, starting at SGD 4,369.
