Lenovo Announces Range of Convertible Devices Designed for Windows 8

New Multi-Mode Devices Redefine Future of Computing with Ability to Flip, Fold, Twist and Turn

MALAYSIA – November 7, 2012: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced three new convertible devices designed for the Windows 8 platform. For consumers, the touch-optimized convertibles include the IdeaPad Yoga 13 Ultrabook, offering a blend of work and play and the IdeaPad Yoga 11, a svelte, all day mobile companion. For professionals, Lenovo introduced the ThinkPad Twist, a business-ready Ultrabook and the first in the ThinkPad line of new convertible devices.

“Lenovo was one of the first to embrace convertible design that integrated touch capabilities in a big way; our new Ultrabooks address the unique needs of consumers, businesses and everyone in between by creating high performance laptop-tablet combinations in new designs and different sizes,” said Khoo Hung Chuan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Malaysia. “With the launch of Windows 8 and Intel’s Ultrabook technology, now is the right time for the convertible form factor to take off. We are confident these innovative machines are the best devices for a groundbreaking touchscreen experience, plus their multi-modes give our customers more ways to use their PCs than ever before.”

 (from right) Jimmy Chin, Consumer Segment Lead, Lenovo Malaysia holding the newly launched Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13’ featured in Tent Mode, a model holding the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13’  featured in Stand Mode, Khoo Hung Chuan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Malaysia holding the Clementine Orange coloured Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13’ with Amrita Sapre, Windows Product Group Manager, Microsoft Malaysia, holding the newly launched Mocha coloured Lenovo ThinkPad Twist, a model holding the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist  featured in Laptop Mode, and Wu Hua Horng, SMB Product Manager, Lenovo Malaysia holding the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist  featured in Tablet Mode.


IdeaPad Yoga Flexes like a Pro
As one of the world’s first multi-mode Ultrabooks, the IdeaPad Yoga 13 provides users with the ultimate flexibility between work and play. The Yoga 13’s revolutionary hinge design allows it to rotate through a 360o angle and switch between laptop and tablet in one simple motion.

Infused with powerful 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors and powered by Windows 8, Yoga 13 provides laptop-grade performance to get work done all day without slowing down thanks to its super slim 0.6-inch frame and eight hours of battery life. At the flip of the hinge, the IdeaPad Yoga 13 transforms into a media-friendly tablet primed with rich audio-visual features like Dolby® Home Theatre®. Visuals look stunning with a bright background and vivid colors on the Yoga’s 13.3-inch high definition IPS display, and its high definition resolution makes web browsing and video playback stand out. Users can gesture to flip through photos with the machine’s special Motion Control feature, or simply use their fingers on the ten point multi-touch screen.

Its smaller screen size counterpart, Yoga 11, is the world’s slimmest multi-mode PC, measuring just 15.6mm thin. Yoga 11’s slim design, 11.6-inch screen and long 10 hour battery life make it a great convertible for mobility. Equipped with NVIDIA Tegra 3 – the world’s only quad-core processor for Windows RT – Yoga 11 lets users watch movies in HD, play games, get connected and stay productive virtually all day long.

Both Yoga 13 and 11 can be used in two other modes in addition to laptop and tablet: convert them into a Stand1 by flipping the keyboard behind the screen to comfortably watch movies or view pictures up close, or bend them upright like a Tent2 to bring games or video chats to life.

ThinkPad Twist Puts New Spin on Small Business Computing
ThinkPad Twist makes it easy to choose one affordable device that can do it all. Use it as a full-performance Ultrabook, and then twist the top to switch to a convertible tablet. The 12.5-inch ThinkPad Twist gives professionals the technologies they need for both their business and personal computing. For exceptional business-class productivity, ThinkPad Twist packages up to 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processors, up to Windows 8 Pro, large storage up to 500 GB or up to 256 GB SSD and the ThinkPad-brand’s legendary keyboard, quality and reliability features. Users can work for hours with nearly all-day battery life and tablet-like quick resume from standby.

This powerful machine also includes dedicated software tools specifically for small businesses, including Lenovo Solutions for Small Business powered by Intel Small Business Advantage and Lenovo Cloud Storage by SugarSync.

ThinkPad Twist’s luminous high definition IPS display and Dolby® Home Theatre® audio produce an outstanding multimedia experience, be it for a client video presentation or action-packed movie after a long day at work. Like Yoga, the Twist can convert into new modes like Stand, a great position for work collaboration via the multi-touch screen.

 (from right) Jimmy Chin, Consumer Segment Lead, Lenovo Malaysia holding the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13’ in Tent Mode, Khoo Hung Chuan, Country General Manager, Lenovo Malaysia holding the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13’ in Laptop Mode, Amrita Sapre, Windows Product Group Manager, Microsoft Malaysia, holding the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist in Laptop Mode, and Wu Hua Horng, SMB Product Manager, Lenovo Malaysia holding the Lenovo ThinkPad Twist  featured in Laptop Mode as well.


Flexible Service and Support
Lenovo offers a full suite of services for the new devices, 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, spills, electrical surges, or screen malfunctions. A full lineup of Lenovo Services for Small Business backs up the ThinkPad Twist. 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. Additionally, Lenovo Premium Support’s expert technicians are available when needed with convenient over the phone or remote session support from the comfort of home.

Pricing and Availability
Available through the nearest reseller, the IdeaPad Yoga 13 (3rd generation Intel Core i5-3317U processor) will be available from end December 2012 starting from RM3,399. The IdeaPad Yoga 11 (NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor) will be available from early December 2012 starting from RM 2,599. The ThinkPad Twist (3rd generation Intel Core i5-3317U processor) will be available from mid November 2012 starting from RM3,519.