News in the Channel - issue #21

PRODUCT LAUNCH

“

Developed in collaboration with Intel and featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) offering amazing scale in AI computing...

with posture alerts and reducing eye fatigue by reminding users to take breaks l U sers also have rapid access to power mode settings directly within the app to help balance

TouchPad option integrating the classic three button TrackPoint and up to a 14-inch 2.8k OLED Dolby Vision® display with anti-glare surface treatment and a switchable 120Hz refresh rate. Copilot+ PC experiences: It will support Copilot+ PC features when available from Microsoft and includes a Copilot keyboard key. Battery life: The 57-watt hour battery delivers more than 18 hours of battery life, ensuring professionals can remain productive throughout the day thanks to incredible power efficiency. Hybrid work and mobility: The device is lightweight, starting at under 1kg, making it the lightest ThinkPad X1 Carbon ever. Includes Wi-Fi 7 support and optional 5G sub-6GHz7. It includes I/O ports such as 2x USB-A, 2x Thunderbolt™ 4, and 1x HDMI. Design and build: Crafted with a focus on user experience and increasing its contribution to a circular economy, the device includes a customer-replaceable unit battery design. The materials used include 90% recycled magnesium for the C cover, and the 100% plastic-free packaging is made from bamboo and sugarcane. In addition to its recycled

performance and power consumption. Another mode is Smart Share, which

provides smooth AI-enabled picture sharing between smartphones and laptops. Users can simply tap a supported smartphone on the screen edge and leveraging the capability of Elliptic Labs AI Virtual Sensor™, the laptop will launch the Smart Share window on the PC and smartphone, enabling simple drag and drop transfer of recent photos between devices. IOS and Android platforms are supported. In addition, Smart Care provides simple access to Lenovo’s online support tools and chatbot, offering real-time problem-solving. The enhanced Premier Support Plus service unlocks access to dedicated concierge-style support connecting users via remote camera sharing, and one click access to voice or chat with live elite Lenovo engineers 24/7 through the PC or smartphone. Building on a legacy The ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition continues to build on Lenovo’s legacy of delivering premium business laptops. Developed in collaboration with Intel and featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) offering amazing scale in AI computing, exceptional power efficiency, and incredible 3X AI performance versus previous generation on neural processing unit and graphics processing unit. Key features include: Enhanced user experience: Features the new Intel Core Ultra processor (Series 2) with Intel Arc Xe2 graphics and integrated NPU offering more than 45 TOPS. The newly designed laptop also includes a premium Haptic

”

materials, it holds certifications such as EPEAT® Gold9 and ENERGY STAR® 9.0. The

ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen

13 Aura Edition will be available from November, with limited availability in the UK and an expected starting price of €2,699 (excl. tax).