Google Assistant-enabled smart displays to start shipping this week
Google has partnered with Lenovo, JBL, and LG to bring Google Assistant technology to smart displays. The speakers will compete against Amazon's Echo devices with a screen -- the Show and the Spot. The first of those devices - the Lenovo Smart Display - is available this week.
Oculus Go vs. Lenovo Mirage Solo
Lenovo is one of the newest competitors on the virtual reality scene and its standalone Daydream headset holds a lot of exciting potential. But how does it measure up against an industry giant like Oculus and its latest efforts? Here we pit the Oculus Go vs. Lenovo Mirage Solo with Daydream to see which is best.
Lenovo’s first VR-certified 15-inch mobile workstation packs a six-core CPU
Lenovo introduced its first VR-ready 15-inch mobile workstation, the ThinkPad P52. It includes up to an eighth-generation Intel Xeon six-core processor, up to a Nvidia Quadro P3200 discrete graphics chip, and up to 128GB of system memory. You should have no problem running high-quality VR.
Lenovo revamps Legion brand with affordable gaming laptops and desktops
Just in time for E3, Lenovo launched an assortment of new gaming PCs, ranging from affordable gaming laptops to conventional desktop towers. This time around, these Legion PCs have left behind the chrome and flash of traditional gaming designs to favor a simpler, more modest aesthetic.
Lenovo’s Yoga Book with the cool touch keyboard may get a follow-up this fall
A new listing on the Bluetooth SIG website shows that Lenovo is working on a second-generation Yoga Book 2-in-1. The original launched in August 2016 packing Windows 10 Pro or Android, and a unique secondary touchscreen that can serve as a smartphone-like touch-based keyboard, or as a drawing pad.
Moto G6 and G6 Play: Here’s everything you need to know
Lenovo has finally taken the wraps off of the new Moto G6 and Moto G6 Play. The two smartphones are the latest offerings in what many consider to be the best series of budget phones out there. Here's everything you need to know about the new Lenovo Moto G6 and Moto G6 Play.
Lenovo Yoga 730 13 vs. HP Spectre x360 13
The 13-inch Windows convertible 2-in-1 market is full of excellent options, and it's growing every day. You need to come up with something better to compete, and Lenovo tried to do just that with its refreshed midrange, the Yoga 730. Does it offer enough to compete with HP's excellent Spectre x360?
Intel’s 10nm CPU finally makes it to retail in a refreshed Lenovo IdeaPad laptop
Lenovo's refreshed IdeaPad 330-15 has appeared sporting Intel's unannounced Core i3-8121U processor. That's one of Intel's new Cannon Lake chips based on its 10nm process technology. Mass production of these chips isn't expected to begin until 2019, thus Intel is generating a low volume for now.
Lenovo wants to give the convertible PC a flexible, wraparound display
A patent application filed by Lenovo describes a convertible laptop sporting a flexible, wrap-around screen. In one implementation, the screen would merely wrap around the lid's lip to render notifications along the edges. A second design describes the screen covering the entire laptop lid.
Lenovo’s new IdeaPad laptops tickle your gaming fancy without breaking the bank
Lenovo refreshed its IdeaPad laptop family with three new units: The 330, the 330S, and the 530S. They're based on Intel CPUs and discrete Nvidia GeForce graphics on some units. Lenovo is aiming to provide high performance for a low cost to meet the needs of customers on a budget, starting at $249.
Moto E5 Plus vs. E5 Play: Which budget phone is the better value?
The new Moto E5 Plus and E5 Play are impressive budget phones. While the Moto E5 Plus and E5 Play share many of the same specs, there are a few key differences between the two. Do these differences make the Moto E5 Plus worth the extra money? We put the two phones head-to-head to find out.
Moto G6 vs. Honor 7X: Which is the better budget phone?
The latest G-Series phone from Lenovo-owned Motorola looks to be a compelling budget prospect, but just how does the Moto G6 measure up against one of our favorite budget phones from last year -- the Honor 7X? We decided the compare the two in various categories to find out which is best.
Moto E5 Plus vs. Moto E4 Plus: Battle of the ultra-budget Motos
Lenovo's Motorola has finally unveiled the new Moto E5 Plus, replacing the Moto E4 Plus as the company's budget handset to beat. But is the new phone that much better than the older Moto E4 Plus? We put the Moto E5 Plus and Moto E4 Plus head to head in a range of different categories to find out.
Acer Nitro 5 Spin vs. Lenovo Yoga 720 15
Acer's Nitro 5 Spin tries its hardest to be both a gaming notebook and a convertible 2-in-1, and it fails to be a great example of either. Does the Lenovo Yoga 720 15 do a better job of straddling that fence?
Despite PC industry’s flat year-to-year growth, HP dominated first-quarter sales
The latest IDC report shows that PC sales fell flat in a year-to-year comparison in the first quarter of 2018, with no overall growth or decline. Meanwhile, HP experienced a 4.3-percent growth, claiming 22.6-percent of the PC market in the first quarter followed by Lenovo and Dell.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 3 vs Microsoft Surface Book 2 13
The newest ThinkPad X1 Yoga carries on that line's iconic design aesthetic, quality build, and solid performance. But can it match the Surface Book 2 13's innovate and powerful design?
Is it still worthwhile to buy a ThinkPad?
The rest of the Windows notebook ecosystem has caught up with the iconic ThinkPad line, making it a good but not necessarily class-leading notebook for business buyers -- or anyone else.
Lenovo Mirage Solo headset, VR camera are available for pre-order
As expected, Lenovo officially pulled the wraps off its stand-alone VR headset supporting Google's Daydream platform -- the Mirage Solo.
Latest round of Motorola layoffs could spell the end of the Moto X smartphone
Lenovo has announced a fresh round of layoffs at its Chicago Motorola branch, with some reports citing anonymous sources as saying that the layoffs will mean the end of the Moto X.
Nokia 6 (2018) vs. Lenovo Moto G5S Plus: Can Nokia take out the budget champion?
The 2018 version of the Nokia 6 is finally here, but can it beat the Lenovo Moto G5S Plus, arguably the best budget phone available?
Lenovo takes wraps off Windows 10, Chromebook device lineup at MWC
During Mobile World Congress, Lenovo introduced six new devices: Three Windows 10 PCs, and three Chromebook models priced under $360.
Check your ThinkPad X1 Carbon now to see if it’s a fire risk
Some Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen notebooks have a loose screw that can damage the battery and create a fire risk. Check yours today to see if it's affected.
Here are some common Moto G5S Plus problems and how to fix them
If you're having phone trouble we may be able to help. These are the most common Moto G5S Plus problems with suggested workarounds and potential solutions to help you deal with them.
Lenovo’s fingerprint scanner software is broken, update it today
Lenovo's Fingerprint Manager Pro for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 suffers from insecure credentials storage and needs to be updated as soon as possible.
The ‘security flaw’ in Prime Exclusive Moto G5 Plus isn’t a flaw at all
It was previously reported that the Amazon Prime Exclusive version of the Moto G5 Plus had a security flaw that allowed users to bypass the lockscreen. Not, it turns out that the "flaw" was simply Google's on-body detection being enabled.
Microsoft continues its assault on Chromebooks with affordable PCs
Microsoft said four new laptops for education will make their debut this week, one of which sports a $189 starting price.
Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra vs. Moto X4: 2018’s new midrange challenger
Never mind the top, it's tough in the middle! How does Sony's new Xperia XA2 Ultra fare against the Moto X4 in a battle for your wallet?
Vital Moto Mod and Livermorium Keyboard Moto Mod hands-on review
Motorola has introduced two new Moto Mods at CES. We take a look in our Vital Moto Mod and Livermorium Keyboard Moto Mod hands-on review.
Vital Inc.’s new Moto Mod measures five vital signs in a matter of two minutes
Vital Inc. has taken the wraps off of a new Moto Mod that can track a hefty five vitals in only two to three minutes.
Lenovo Miix 630 vs HP Envy x2: Qualcomm-powered Windows tablets face off
Our Lenovo Miix 630 vs HP Envy x2 comparison pits two of the first Qualcomm-based Windows PCs against each other. Which comes out on top?
Lenovo revs up the ThinkPad X1 line with Intel 8th-gen, HDR displays, and Alexa
Lenovo has introduced a complete refresh of the ThinkPad X1 line, with new X1 Carbon, X1 Yoga, and X1 Tablet models, along with a new display.
Lenovo has its own Qualcomm-powered 2-in-1 with the Miix 630
At CES 2018, Lenovo revealed its Qualcomm-powered PC, the Miix 630. The 2-in-1 is claimed to have 20 hours of battery and LTE connectivity.
The ThinkPad T480s isn’t the best laptop of CES, but it has a place in my heart
Step back from the hype of CES 2018, and you'll notice a humble laptop that does everything you want. It's Lenovo's ThinkPad T480s.
Alcatel Idol 5 vs. Lenovo Moto G5S Plus: Clash of the budget smartphones
The Moto G5S Plus is often considered the best budget phone out there -- but it has some serious competition from the Alcatel Idol 5.