Description
Lenovo X1 Yoga Overview
The 14″ ThinkPad X1 Yoga Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Notebook from Lenovo is a system whose screen can rotate up to 360∞ to vary between laptop, tent, stand, and tablet mode. That means you can flip it to fit your current application and combine it with the keyboard, the included TouchPad Pen Pro, and/or the 10-point multi-touch screen to help maximize your productivity. Built with an IPS panel, the display has a 2560 x 1440 resolution for crisp and clear details with vivid colors and wide viewing angles. You’ll also be able to connect additional displays for enhanced multitasking or larger viewing using its Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI ports.
Performance-wise, it’s powered by a 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7-7500U dual-core processor, 8GB of 1866 MHz LPDDR3 RAM, and integrated Intel HD graphics. For storing your files, the X1 Yoga has a 512GB Opal 2 SSD, which adds a layer of encryption to protect your files. Should you need more space, you can connect external storage solutions using its multiple USB ports and its microSD card reader. Other integrated features include 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, a fingerprint reader, a webcam with microphones, speakers, and a mic/headphone jack. The operating system installed is Windows 10 Pro (64-bit).
Rise & Fall Keyboard
The keyboard on the X1 Yoga rises and falls as needed. Type as you normally would in laptop mode and have greater comfort and convenience in tablet mode with flush keys.
Durable
The X1 Yoga has undergone 12 military-grade tests and over 200 quality checks to ensure that it can survive the bumps and bruises of everyday use.
All-Day Battery
The battery within the X1 Yoga is rated to last up to 15 hours of use on a single charge. When power is running low, its rapid charging technology can recharge the battery up to 80% capacity in one hour. Actual battery life depends on use.
ThinkPad Pen Pro
Write and draw on the display with the included ThinkPad Pen Pro. There is a built-in holder within the X1 Yoga, which also recharges the stylus, so you’ll never have to worry about batteries or losing it.
Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.
2-in-1 Design
Thanks to its 360-degree hinge, the X1 Yoga can be used in multiple ways depending on your current needs. Use it as a laptop, tablet, and display for watching movies.
Windows Hello & Fingerprint Reader
With Windows Hello, if you forgot your password, simply scan your finger or smile at the camera to log into your system.
Windows 10 Pro
Start Menu
After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8’s Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.
Cortana
Microsoft’s digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Notebook, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.
Microsoft Edge
After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.
Windows Store
For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.
Windows Continuum
Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it’s not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.
Xbox on Windows 10
Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.
Windows 10 Pro
The Pro version of Windows 10 includes all of the features of Windows 10 Home plus many designed specifically for businesses users, including Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker disk encryption, and remote desktop access. Devices will also be able to join domains and the Azure Active Directory, and they can even access a specialized version of the Windows Store featuring custom, company-specific applications.
