Lenovo
At CES last year, Lenovo launched a laptop with a built-in E Ink screen on the outer panel ThinkBook PlusRegardless of whether it can become a new trend or not, the computer manufacturer will continue to release new versions this year, bringing ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 i. Not surprisingly, the external screen size has increased from 10.8 inches to 12 inches, which is more compatible with the 13.3-inch main screen of 2,560 x 1,600.
The exclusive interface of the E Ink screen has also been improved, including the centralized display of content that most users will view, the display of calendars and messages in card format, and even the ability to integrate content in Microsoft Office productivity tools. How to do it, you can work directly on the external screen without turning on the laptop. As for the Amazon Alexa icon that everyone saw, Lenovo said that there is no timetable for officially joining.
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This time Gen 2 has improved the experience of the previous generation stylus, including a pen slot reserved in the fuselage, and there is no need to use the magnetic external phone side as before. At the same time, in the system, you can also set which app to launch when you take out the stylus, just like the Samsung S Pen.
As a laptop’s hardware specification update, it is naturally possible. ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 i will be equipped with the 11th generation Intel Core i7 processor, up to 16GB RAM+1TB storage space, integrated internal display, support Wi-Fi 6, yes Two Thunderbolt 4 specification USB-C, in addition there are 2W stereo speakers tuned by Harman Kardon. In terms of battery life, Lenovo said that its 53Whr battery can be used for 15 hours on the main screen, and it can be extended to 24 hours on the E Ink screen.
This time Lenovo allows third-party tools to be used on the unique E Ink screen, which greatly increases its usefulness and attractiveness. ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 i is priced at US$1,549. It depends on whether you will give this E Ink laptop again. One more chance.
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