News in the Channel - issue #26

PRODUCT LAUNCH LENOVO THINKPAD X9 AURA EDITIONS

too, including using carton boxes and paper-based handles made from FSC- certified materials, ensuring robust yet practical solutions. Personalised AI redefined Enhancing ThinkPad X9’s AI experience is Lenovo AI Now, an advanced on-device AI assistant that brings powerful, real- time intelligence to users. Lenovo AI Now transforms the PC experience by integrating fully personalised AI-powered tools. Built on a local large language model using Meta’s Llama 3.0, Lenovo AI Now enhances privacy by storing and processing all user data locally, safeguarding user information while delivering powerful, real-time AI capabilities. This intelligent assistant, available now for download on selected devices, automates and simplifies tasks like document organisation and device management, enabling users to interact naturally with their personal knowledge base for quick searches, text summaries and more. Complementing Lenovo AI Now are a suite of intuitive, AI-enabled tools designed to enhance every aspect of the user experience: l Smart Modes: With five tailored settings – Shield, Collaboration, Attention, Power and Wellness – Smart Modes allow users to easily switch between optimised device configurations. These modes help enhance security, manage power efficiency, support virtual meetings, and even encourage healthy digital habits. l Smart Share: Developed in collaboration with Intel, Smart Share facilitates rapid photo transfers between Android™ or iOS devices and the ThinkPad X9. l Smart Care: This feature provides access to real-time diagnostics and Lenovo’s enhanced support services. Smart Care provides 24/7 live agent

access to all support documentation online for self-service and troubleshooting, ensuring uninterrupted productivity and device health.

Enhanced productivity and mobility The ThinkPad X9 Series is complemented

by an accessory ecosystem. q Lenovo 65W GaN Nano Adapter: This adapter

utilises GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology, providing efficient, cool charging in a compact form.

With a USB-C output port and a 1.8m cable, it delivers ample reach and fast 65W output power. w Lenovo X9 Charging GaN Dock: The Dock includes a 65W power output, HDMI 2.1 port for 4K display at 60Hz, a microSD card reader, and USB-A and USB-C ports, allowing users to connect multiple devices while charging simultaneously. e Lenovo Multi-Device Wireless Mouse (X9 Edition): Designed for multitaskers, this mouse supports connection to up to three devices via Bluetooth®0 or USB-C dongle, with a quick-switch button to toggle between them. The AI Now trigger button can be customised for quick AI actions on selected text, and a long press opens a Quick Chat window. r Lenovo TWS Earbuds (X9 Edition): Designed for seamless integration with the ThinkPad X9, these earbuds offer auto-answering, seamless device switching, and clear call quality

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Lenovo AI Now transforms the PC experience by integrating fully personalized AI- powered tools.

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with Bluetooth 5.3, hybrid active noise cancellation (up to -40dB), and voiceprint noise-cancelling technology for clear call quality.

t Lenovo Origami 14” and15.3” X9 Sleeve: Available in 14” and 15” sizes, the Origami Sleeve offers sleek protection with a minimalist design and dual functionality. Its foldable construction allows it to double as a workstation stand.

support via multiple channels for personalised support any time and