{"id":39478,"date":"2025-08-26T09:11:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T01:11:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/?p=39478"},"modified":"2025-08-28T12:47:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T04:47:40","slug":"thinkpad-x9-14-aura-edition-ai-smarts-meet-thinkpad-reliability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/my\/2025\/08\/26\/thinkpad-x9-14-aura-edition-ai-smarts-meet-thinkpad-reliability\/","title":{"rendered":"ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition: AI Smarts Meet ThinkPad Reliability"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39479\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"679\" height=\"509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-80x60.jpeg 80w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-265x198.jpeg 265w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-696x522.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-1068x801.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236-560x420.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7236.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When I first unboxed the ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition, it felt like Lenovo had managed to marry classic ThinkPad durability with a modern, almost futuristic aesthetic. Over the past week, I\u2019ve been using it as my main work laptop, and here\u2019s how it held up.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Design and Build<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Thunder Grey recycled aluminium chassis immediately gave it a premium vibe, and it is lightweight. It slipped into my tote bag without me feeling like I was carrying a brick.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39480\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"679\" height=\"509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-80x60.jpeg 80w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-265x198.jpeg 265w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-696x522.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-1068x801.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230-560x420.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7230.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The X9 14 Aura Edition introduces Lenovo\u2019s new engine-hub design, and I noticed the difference right away. The laptop stayed noticeably cooler even when I had many tabs all running to do my editorial edits and writing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39481\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"679\" height=\"509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-80x60.jpeg 80w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-265x198.jpeg 265w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-696x522.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-1068x801.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231-560x420.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7231.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The keyboard also deserves mention. It\u2019s got slightly tighter key travel, and the tactile feedback feels crisper. I type for hours at a stretch, and I find myself making fewer typos and typing feels a lot more comfortable.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39482\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"679\" height=\"509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-80x60.jpeg 80w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-265x198.jpeg 265w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-696x522.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-1068x801.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232-560x420.jpeg 560w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7232.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The haptic trackpad has good feedback, and scrolling through documents felt smooth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Display and Multimedia<\/strong><br \/>\nThe 14&#8243; OLED WUXGA display with HDR 500 True Black is simply gorgeous. Watching a 4K YouTube stream or editing photos, I could really appreciate the colour accuracy.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39496\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-300x158.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"678\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-1024x539.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-696x367.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-1068x563.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video-797x420.jpg 797w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/screenshot-4k-video.jpg 1477w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The blue light filter meant I could go through a full day of editing without feeling the usual eye strain.<\/p>\n<p><strong>AI Features That Actually Help<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39485\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"681\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-1024x604.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-1536x906.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-2048x1207.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-696x410.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-1068x630.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/shield-mode-712x420.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Shield Mode: I tested this at a cafe, and the laptop blurred my screen for a few seconds when someone stood behind me. That extra privacy gave me peace of mind when reviewing sensitive documents.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39486\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-300x175.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"681\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-1536x896.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-2048x1195.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-696x406.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-1068x623.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/collaboration-mode-720x420.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Collaboration Mode: Jumping into impromptu video calls no longer means fumbling with settings. The camera will autoframe, and I am ready anytime!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-39487 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/attention-mode-188x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"551\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Attention Mode: Probably my favourite. When I need to lock in and focus on work, I set 20-minute focus periods to make sure I do not get distracted by other applications and websites. This made me so much more productive.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39484\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-300x175.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"691\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-1024x596.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-768x447.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-1536x894.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-2048x1192.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-696x405.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-1068x622.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-mode-722x420.jpg 722w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Wellness Mode: This is also another feature that stood out to me. After a long session on the computer, the laptop will nudge me to take a short eye break. It genuinely helped reduce eye strain and improve my overall well-being.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39489\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"690\" height=\"407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-1024x604.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-1536x907.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-2048x1209.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-696x411.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-1068x630.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-overview-712x420.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u25cf Lenovo AI: Adding on Lenovo AI took things to another level. Instead of feeling like yet another app, it became almost like a personal assistant living inside my laptop.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39490\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--300x178.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"689\" height=\"409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--1024x606.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--1536x909.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--2048x1212.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--696x412.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--1068x632.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-knowledge-assistant--710x420.jpg 710w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I asked the \u2018Knowledge Assistant\u2019 to pull up notes from a past meeting and summarise a long document before a presentation. I used \u2018PC Assistant\u2019 to even just dim the screen and switch on eye-care mode, all with a simple prompt.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39491\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"690\" height=\"407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-1024x603.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-768x452.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-1536x905.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-2048x1206.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-696x410.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-1068x629.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/lenovo-AI-cloud-chat-713x420.jpg 713w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I especially loved using Cloud Chat to answer any quick questions I have. It provides 2 AI models, GPT-4O mini and GPT-4O, both great for everyday tasks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Performance and Battery<\/strong><br \/>\nPowered by the Intel Core Ultra 7, the X9 14 Aura Edition felt snappy throughout my daily workflow. Whether I was editing documents, dabbling in light video edits, or running AI-assisted transcriptions, it never lagged. It also runs on Windows 11 with 32GB RAM.<\/p>\n<p>Battery life was another pleasant surprise. I could go a whole day without needing to charge it. Additionally, with fast charging, I could get to 50% battery in just about half an hour.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Everyday Usability<\/strong><br \/>\nI tried Smart Share with my iOS phone, and it was seamless.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-39492\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"681\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-1024x603.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-1536x905.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-2048x1207.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-696x410.jpg 696w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-1068x629.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/smart-share-1-713x420.jpg 713w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tapping my phone on the laptop lets me transfer photos and even reply to texts straight from the desktop.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39493\" src=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7238-138x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"253\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7238-138x300.jpg 138w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7238-472x1024.jpg 472w, https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/IMG_7238-696x1509.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 253px) 100vw, 253px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This quickly became part of my workflow when I needed to regularly send images for editorial work. It saved me so much time.<\/p>\n<p>Durability-wise, Lenovo also did tests that reassure me this isn\u2019t a fragile ultrabook. The hinge allows the laptop to open flat at 180 degrees, useful when showing slides to colleagues across the table. It is also a touchscreen, which allows me to easily navigate and present my slides smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition retails starting at SGD 2,391.43, and it\u2019s a laptop that justifies the investment if you value premium build, strong AI productivity features, and dependable battery life.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lenovo.com\/sg\/en\/p\/laptops\/thinkpad\/thinkpadx9\/thinkpad-x9-14-aura-edition-14-inch-intel\/len101t0110?orgRef=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.google.com%252F&#038;srsltid=AfmBOorB9rhS1S8cIRL0oIwCGRGNPHndrrnGACb6K3lNRe_3XwHxJLIJ\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When I first unboxed the ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition, it felt like Lenovo had managed to marry classic ThinkPad durability with a modern, almost futuristic aesthetic. Over the past week, I\u2019ve been using it as my main work laptop, and here\u2019s how it held up. 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