Lenovo ThinkPad Helix | IdeaPad Yoga 11S Ultrabook
Lenovo Intros “Rip and Flip” ThinkPad Helix and First Multimode Mini-Ultrabook
Lenovo Rocks Mobile Computing Experience with Even More Convertible Devices
LAS VEGAS– January 7, 2013: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced two new additions to its family of convertible laptop-tablet devices: the ThinkPad Helix,
a premium convertible for business professionals featuring a “rip and
flip” design - a blueprint for the next generation of laptop designs –
and a more powerful and productive IdeaPad Yoga 11S, the first multimode mini Ultrabook™ equipped with powerful Intel processors and featuring Windows 8.
“Our
unmatched family of convertibles gives consumers, students, business
professionals, and everyone in between the opportunity to choose the
convertible that’s right for them,” said Peter Hortensius, president,
Product Group, and senior vice president, Lenovo. “The ThinkPad Helix
gives business professionals two devices in one incredible form
factor. It is a high performance, thin and light Ultrabook with a
detachable Windows 8 tablet. We’ve also pumped more power and
productivity into the new IdeaPad Yoga 11S mini-Ultrabook so it can
handle whatever mobile computing tasks consumers throw at it.”
ThinkPad Helix Fuses Laptop, Tablet and More with “Rip and Flip” Screen
The
ThinkPad brand’s premium convertible, Helix, defines the next
generation of mobile computing through its ground breaking “rip and
flip” design. This special design gives users absolute mobile freedom
and versatility with four unique ways to use it.
ThinkPad Helix first functions as a high performance Ultrabook. For
added mobility, the 11.6-inch tablet can separate from its base to
become the thinnest full-function Intel® 3rd generation Core™
tablet with vPro. Adding to its mobility, the tablet weighs 835 grams,
also making it the lightest in its class1. Unlike other
convertibles, the innovative “rip and flip” screen lets users flip the
tablet 180° and snap it back into the base – this mode, called Stand
mode, transforms Helix into a mini-movie theatre or business
presentation central. From here, users can also fold the screen down to
use it as a tablet while keeping the base connected for added ports and
connectivity.
Besides its game-changing
design, the ThinkPad Helix comes with exceptional performance and
productivity features that set the bar for this type of device. A
top-class Ultrabook, the ThinkPad Helix runs up to 10 hours for a full
day of work and play. Navigation and interaction are easy with the
precision on-board pen, full-size keyboard and new five button clickpad
that boasts 20 percent more surface area than traditional ThinkPad
clickpads. As the brightest screen in the ThinkPad brand portfolio,
Helix’s 11.6-inch high definition 1080p IPS display maximizes clear,
crisp and vibrant visuals in nearly any environment.
To connect virtually anywhere, ThinkPad Helix comes with optional LTE2
high speed wireless and also pioneers the emerging Near Field
Communications (NFC) technology that allows devices to share data
seamlessly by simply tapping to pair them. Additionally, Helix delivers
the ThinkPad brand’s reliability, enhanced security and manageability
features that large businesses depend upon, including Intel®
vPro. Helix redefines expectations for mobile computing by bringing
together innovative technology and engineering that essentially
eliminate the need to carry a laptop and a tablet.
IdeaPad Yoga 11S – Small Yet Powerful Ultrabook
IdeaPad Yoga 11S features an 11.6-inch HD IPS display that supports
10 finger multi-touch and comes with unique features previously only
available on Yoga 13: Motion Control lets users simply swipe their hand
in front of the webcam to advance photos, videos and other document, and
with Lenovo Transition, users can automatically open applications like
PowerPoint in full-screen when using Yoga in its other three modes:
tent, stand or tablet.
IdeaPad Yoga 11S also
has the same attractive rubber painting and a soft-touch exterior as the
IdeaPad Yoga 13 and will be available in Silver Grey and Clementine
Orange.
Lenovo offers a full suite of services
for the convertibles, including In-Home Warranty upgrades for service
at the owner’s home or business, and Accidental Damage Protection on
select products to help insure against damage from accidents like drops
or spills. Lenovo Premium Support’s expert technicians are available
when needed with convenient over the phone or remote session support
from the comfort of home. Additionally, a full lineup of Lenovo Services
for Small Business backs up ThinkPad Helix. Customers can select from a
portfolio of warranty upgrades, Accidental Damage Protection, Keep Your
Drive and other protection services valuable to today's small
businesses.
Pricing and Availability3
The
ThinkPad Helix and IdeaPad Yoga 11S convertibles will be available
starting in late-February and June, respectively, through retailers,
business partners and www.lenovo.com. Models start at approximately $1,499 and $799, respectively.
1Based on weight comparisons to full-function Intel core i tablets in market today.
2Requires separate data plan. North America only.
3Prices
do not include tax or shipping and are subject to change without notice
and is tied to specific terms and conditions. Reseller prices may vary.
Price does not include all advertised features. All offers subject to
availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and
specifications at any time without notice. Data taken from http://news.lenovo.com/news+releases/lenovo-intros-rip-and-flip-thinkpad-helix-and-first-multimode-mini-ultrabook.htm (accessed on Jan 11, 2013) Share this post on Lenovo ThinkPad Helix | IdeaPad Yoga 11S Ultrabook
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