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Thursday, February 28, 2019

LENOVO LAUNCHES SMARTER TECHNOLOGY FOR A MORE CONNECTED WORLD, FROM DEVICES TO DATA CENTER, AT MWC

Today, at MWC 2019, Lenovo reaffirmed its vision of bringing smarter technology to more people, and ushering in an era of intelligent transformation through new product launches from across its portfolio - from PCs and smart devices to cutting edge Data Center technology and solutions. 

The latest lineup showcases intelligent devices, including new ThinkPad™, IdeaPad™ and IdeaCentre™ PCs, and the newest smartphones from Motorola, including innovations like the just launched new moto g7 family and moto z3 with the 5G Moto Mod, the world’s first 5G upgradeable smartphone. Lenovo’s Data Center Group also unveiled the new ThinkSystem SE350 edge server, which is part of a family of future offerings, along with new IoT and edge computing solutions. Learn more in the press release.

An in-depth look at some of our smart devices at MWC:

Intelligent Mobile Computing for Business
Lenovo announced today the latest additions to the ThinkPad portfolio: the T490s, T490, T590, X390 and X390 Yoga™. With more than 140 million units sold to date, the fundamentals of ThinkPad have always focused on design and engineering, creating end-user trust through first-class security and durability and ensuring a premium mobile experience. For 2019, we have embraced Intelligent Connectivity principles through a foundational engineering philosophy. By analyzing all aspects of the user experience, we have focused on innovations that add value:

ThinkShield with features such as ThinkPad PrivacyGuard with PrivacyAlert and ThinkShutter physical webcam security are available on most models
New modern ThinkPad BIOS with new features including self-healing capability
High speed WWAN for best connectivity with up to Gigabit speeds, using Fibocom L860-GL CAT16 LTE on the T490
T490s, X390 and X390 Yoga feature the latest Intel® Wi-Fi 6 Gig+
Dual microphones with four meter far-field performance and true 360o capability
HDR display with Dolby Vision™ support available on all T series
New low power 400 nit FHD display available on T490s and T490
Latest 8th Gen Intel Core™ processors
Lenovo also introduced the Lenovo 14w with Windows® 10 and Lenovo 14e Chromebook™ laptops intended to increase firstline worker productivity. Firstline workers are key contributors within large enterprise segments, such as retail, hospitality, travel and manufacturing but they are often overlooked when it comes to corporate PC allocation. By providing firstline workers with PC devices, such as the Lenovo 14w and 14e Chromebook, companies can unlock their true value and improve their collaboration and contribution.

Finally, Lenovo announced an all-new ThinkVision M14 mobile display and X1 ANC Headphones to maximize the flexibility of remote teamwork. The M14 allows mobile workers to increase screen real estate and enable easy content sharing on the road, and the X1 ANC Headphones have been professionally tuned by Dolby® to offer enhanced audio capability during communications and voice commands. Read the press release for more details.

Lenovo Tab V7 Ultra-portable Tablet-and-smartphone-in-one

Now users on the go can get the best of both worlds with the new, ultraportable Lenovo Tab V7. It combines the benefits of an Android™ tablet including all-day battery life1, terrific sound and a massive 6.9-inch IPS Full HD display, with the advantages of a smartphone that lets you talk, text and use data anywhere2 – all at an accessible price point. Great for the selfie generation, its front and rear cameras are also designed to take stunning pictures. Read the top seven reasons to try out the new Lenovo Tab V7 here.

More Design Choices and Greater Value with the Latest IdeaPad and IdeaCentre Family

Just in time for spring, Lenovo is unveiling a fresh range of Windows 10 IdeaPad and IdeaCentre mainstream consumer PCs that offer students, young professionals and families more design choices and greater value for daily computing and connectivity – without hurting the wallet.

Available in 14-inch and 15-inch sizes in an all-aluminum chassis, the new IdeaPad S540 ultra-slim laptop balances higher performance with greater portability and longer battery life3 – letting users get more done on the go. Power packed with up to the latest 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with up NVIDIA® GeForce® MX250 GPUs or the option of up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 3700U mobile processor with Radeon™ RX Vega 10 graphics, the IdeaPad S540 has more than enough horsepower for binge-watching a movie, word processing and online shopping. It also offers up to 12 hours of battery life4with RapidCharge technology, which enables up to 2 hours of use with about a 15-minute charge.5

Available in a trio of rich color options including Abyss Blue, Copper and Mineral Grey,6 the IdeaPad S540’s sleek profile has thinner bezels than before – encasing a brilliant optional Full HD IPS display. Paired with Dolby Audio™ Speaker System, the IdeaPad S540 delivers loud and clear sound through speakers custom designed by Dolby. When it’s not in use, simply slide its integrated TrueBlock privacy shutter over the webcam for extra privacy.
The IdeaPad S540’s younger sibling is the new IdeaPad S340, which shows off an even slimmer and lighter profile than before in an array of four striking colors and 14-inch or 15-inch size options. Also boasting more power than before, this ultra-slim laptop has up to the latest 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U processor with up to NVIDIA GeForce MX250 GPUs, or the option of up to AMD Ryzen 7 3700U mobile processor with Radeon RX Vega 10 graphics.

With AI-powered features in Amazon® Alexa® and Microsoft® Cortana®,7 the IdeaPad S340’s smarter too – letting users schedule meetings, get reminders or manage to-do lists on Cortana or ask to shop, hear the news, or control music and smart home devices through Alexa.
Thin and versatile for those on the move, the new IdeaPad C340 2-in-1 convertible laptop is a close cousin to the IdeaPad S540 and S340 ultra-slim laptops. It offers battery life of up to 8 hours3 with RapidCharge technology5, Active Pen support on select models to conveniently sketch or write from anywhere, and an optional integrated fingerprint reader for quick and easy PC log-in. Also available in 14-inch and 15-inch sizes with three stunning color options,6 the IdeaPad C340 can easily flex from a laptop for typing longer emails and spreadsheets into a tablet for watching videos during daily commuting.

Completing the new family of consumer PCs is the new IdeaCentre AIO A340 all-in-one desktop. Designed to fit seamlessly into nearly any modern home or workspace, the new IdeaCentre comes in an elegant Business Black or Foggy White color option6 in a larger 22-inch or 24-inch Full HD display and thinner bezels than before. Made for families or professionals who want a space-saving home desktop or reliable work desktop for their small workspace or home office, the IdeaCentre AIO A340 offers up to Intel Core i5-8400T processor with AMD Radeon 530 or integrated graphics, or choice of up to 7th generation AMD A9-9425 processor with Radeon R5 graphics for daily work or home computing needs, like web-browsing, emailing, budgeting, photo-editing and more. Its distinctive and minimalist curved steel monitor stand stands out from the sea of clunky traditional desktops, while gracefully blending into uses’ work and living spaces.

Pair any of the new IdeaPad or IdeaCentre PCs with the new Yoga ANC Headphones designed for immersive entertainment or focused productivity. Featuring hybrid ANC (active noise cancellation) and ENC (environmental noise cancellation) mics with voice assist and Dolby-tuned drivers that can intelligently filter out background noise during calls, the Yoga ANC Headphones will sound as good as they look.

Further product releases, specs, images and more are available in the StoryHub press kit

EMEA Pricing and Availability6
All products are expected to be available on www.lenovo.com. 6
Availability of the ThinkPad T490s is expected to start in April 2019 at €1099 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the ThinkPad T490 is expected to start in March 2019 at €969 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the ThinkPad T590 is expected to start in March 2019 at €949 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the ThinkPad X390 is expected to start in April 2019 at €999 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the ThinkPad X390 Yoga is expected to start in May 2019 at €1149 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the Lenovo 14w with Windows 10 is expected to start in April 2019 at €299 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the Lenovo 14e Chromebook is expected to start in April 2019 at €279 excluding VAT. 6
Availability of the ThinkVision M14 is expected to start in June 2019 at [€229 including VAT]. 6
Availability of the X1 ANC Headphones is expected to start in June 2019 at [€158 including VAT]. 6
Availability of the Yoga ANC Headphones is expected to start in June 2019 at €158 including VAT. 6
Availability of the Lenovo Tab V7 is expected to start in April 2019 at €249 including VAT. 6
Availability of the 14-inch AMD-based IdeaPad S540 is expected to start in April 2019 at €799 including VAT. Availability of the 14-inch Intel-based IdeaPad S540 is expected to start in March 2019 at €899 including VAT. Availability of the 15-inch Intel-based IdeaPad S540 is expected to start in April 2019 at €899 including VAT.6
Availability of the 14-inch and 15-inch AMD-based IdeaPad S340 is expected to start in April 2019 at €549 including VAT. Availability of the 14-inch and 15-inch Intel-based IdeaPad S340 is expected to start in March 2019 at €599 including VAT.6
Availability of the 14-inch AMD-based IdeaPad C340 is expected to start in April 2019 at €599 including VAT. Availability of the 14-inch and 15-inch Intel-based IdeaPad C340 is expected to start in March 2019 at €599 including VAT.6
Availability of the 22-inch AMD and Intel-based IdeaCentre AIO A340 is expected to start in March 2019 at €499 including VAT. Availability of the 24-inch Intel-based IdeaCentre AIO A340 is expected to start in March 2019 at €599 including VAT.6 
Watch the product videos for more information:
About Lenovo
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is a US$45 billion Fortune Global 500 company and a global technology leader in driving Intelligent Transformation through smart devices and infrastructure that create the best user experience. Lenovo manufactures one of the world’s widest portfolios of connected products, including smartphones (Motorola), tablets, PCs (ThinkPad, Yoga, Lenovo Legion) and workstations as well as AR/VR devices and smart home/office solutions. Lenovo’s data center solutions (ThinkSystem, ThinkAgile) are creating the capacity and computing power for the connections that are changing business and society. Lenovo works to inspire the difference in everyone and build a smarter future where everyone thrives. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Weibo, read about the latest news via our StoryHub, or visit our website at http://www. lenovo.com.


1 Battery life tested using Lenovo lab test settings. All battery life claims are approximate and based on a mixed use profile (which includes both usage and standby time) under optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depend on numerous factors including signal strength, product configuration and usage, software, operating conditions, wireless functionality, power management settings, screen brightness and other factors. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with time and usage.
2 Dependent on network and carrier availability.
3 All battery life claims are approximate and based on test results using the MobileMark 2014 ver 1.5 battery life benchmark test. Actual results will vary, and depend on numerous factors including product configuration and usage, software, operating conditions, wireless functionality, power management settings, screen brightness and other factors. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with time and usage. See https://bapco.com/products/mobilemark-2014/ for additional details.
4 Up to 12 hours of battery life available on the Intel-based IdeaPad S540 and IdeaPad C340. All battery life claims are approximate and based on test results using the MobileMark 2014 ver 1.5 battery life benchmark test. Actual results will vary, and depend on numerous factors including product configuration and usage, software, operating conditions, wireless functionality, power management settings, screen brightness and other factors. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with time and usage. See https://bapco.com/products/mobilemark-2014/ for additional details.
5 Charged in power-off mode, requires using 65 watt power supply.
6 Prices may not include tax and do not include shipping or options and are subject to change without notice; additional terms and conditions apply. Reseller prices may vary. On-shelf dates, size and color options may vary by geography and products may only be available in selected markets. All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings, features and specifications at any time without notice.
7 Cortana is accessible through the Windows 10 start menu, and Alexa for PC is accessible through Lenovo Vantage during the initial set-up. Alexa is available on select Lenovo PCs in the US, UK and Germany.


LENOVO, THINKPAD, IDEAPAD, IDEACENTRE and YOGA are trademarks of Lenovo. MICROSOFT, WINDOWS and CORTANA are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. CHROMEBOOK and ANDROID are trademarks of Google LLC. Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. AMD, Ryzen, Radeon, A-Series and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. NVIDIA and GeForce are trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation. DOLBY, DOLBY VISION and DOLBY AUDIO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. AMAZON and ALEXA are trademarks of Amazon Technologies, Inc. MOTOROLA, Stylized M Logo, MOTO and the MOTO family of marks are trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. Other company, product and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others and are the property of their respective owners. ©2019, Lenovo Group Limited.

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