“Discover Lenovo’s Cutting-Edge CES Showcase: 5 Must-Have Futuristic Gadgets You Can’t Resist!”

Since I started regularly attending electronics expos, Lenovo has consistently been on my list of the most audacious laptop and gadget manufacturers. In a category frequently characterized by uninspiring black and gray designs, it’s a real challenge to locate items that genuinely stand out. At the recent CES 2025, the brand certainly didn’t disappoint, offering a plethora of intriguing devices once again. Furthermore, unlike previous showcases, nearly all the devices are tangible, meaning they are not mere concepts that will hit the market soon.

Lenovo Legion Go S — the initial non-Steam console on the marketplace utilizing SteamOS

Undoubtedly, one of the most impressive gaming gadgets showcased at CES. The sole drawback of this device is that its availability won’t start until June 2025.

Lenovo promotes the Go S console as a “junior” variant of the Go, which to my mind is a distinct advantage. Primarily, due to the reduced price, it is cheaper not only than the older version but also than a similarly equipped Windows console. The entry-level model, powered by the Z1 Extreme processor, will retail for around $500, while the version with the Z2 Go will set potential buyers back an additional $100.

In contrast to the older variant, this console not only boasts a slightly smaller footprint but also features a more rounded shape, which I believe enhances its comfort when held. Beneath its exterior, SteamOS – meaning it’s free from an adapted Windows 11 – finally provides straightforward navigation, efficient game switching, and intuitive access to system configurations. I hadn’t previously examined the Steam Deck, but it was only upon handling the Legion Go S that I comprehended the essence of what a genuine console should feel like.

Regarding its technical attributes, this console is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen boasting a 16:10 aspect ratio and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, powered by an AMD Z2 Go or AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, with the option of up to 32 GB of RAM, alongside a 55.5 Wh battery.

Lenovo also unveiled an updated version of the Lenovo Legion Glasses 2, which provides a virtual display effect for the console.

ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable — a laptop featuring a rolling display

This laptop has already received extensive coverage, but I’ll reiterate it. At CES, Lenovo introduced the world’s first laptop with an expandable screen. With a simple press of a button, the display seamlessly enlarges from 14 to 16.7 inches. Remarkably, I didn’t observe any visible signs of film or bends on the screen, unlike, for instance, in Samsung’s Z Fold smartphones.

Initially, the tall screen might appear somewhat unconventional, but it offers tangible utility. For instance, you can display a document on this taller screen if you need a comprehensive view to edit its content without flipping through pages. Alternatively, you can split the view, perhaps with a web browser on the upper half and messaging apps, emails, or document editing tools on the lower half. Theoretically, this could also benefit developers.

The company asserts that the screen’s lifespan will endure for 20,000 deployment cycles. Before the device launches, it’s challenging to gauge whether this is substantial or not — it heavily relies on how frequently users will utilize this feature.

In terms of technical specifications, the laptop runs on the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, supports up to 32 GB of RAM, and includes a 1 TB SSD. It features two Thunderbolt 4 ports and supports Wi-Fi 7. We anticipate this model will become available in Ukraine by March.

Yoga Book 9i — a dual-screen laptop

This year, among other innovations, Lenovo has presented the third generation of the Yoga Book 9i, a dual-display laptop. Picture a laptop where the keyboard is replaced by a screen. Now envision that this screen can showcase a touch keyboard, a drawing canvas, supplementary program windows, and much more.

Unlike prior iterations, the virtual keyboard displayed on the extra screen is genuinely functional for the first time. I attempted typing on it and can honestly say it’s more comfortable than my mechanical Keychron, though it proved to be fairly acceptable. For this keyboard, you can tailor the vibration feedback and keystroke sounds, which enhances the typing experience to resemble that of traditional keyboards.

However, I preferred the laptop usage case depicted in the photo: having two 13.3-inch 2.8K OLED displays aligned vertically, typing with a detachable Bluetooth keyboard. Essentially, it transforms into a portable dual-monitor setup, suitable for traveling, office work, remote working, and beyond.

When closed, the laptop appears a bit thicker than the models typically seen in 2025, yet not cumbersome. In my view, the added weight from the second screen isn’t excessive; it remains easy to carry with one hand and is unlikely to strain one’s back when placed in a backpack, even for women. This laptop is expected to be released in the summer, with prices commencing at $2099 in the US market.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition — laptop equipped with an in-screen camera

And here’s another version of Yoga, this time featuring the Slim 9i. Surprises abound here too – this signifies the first laptop from the company, or even in the market, sporting an in-screen camera. Previously, we saw this innovation in premium Android smartphones, and now it has made its way into laptops.

The camera resides beneath the visible pixels of the display. It’s camouflaged exceptionally well, I couldn’t spot it no matter how closely I examined. I wouldn’t claim it delivers outstanding performance; it’s merely an adequate laptop camera, devoid of significant advantages or disadvantages. It appears that if it were a standard camera, its quality could have been superior, but it’s either one or the other – aesthetics or practicality. The camera doesn’t enlarge the display bezel, nor does it occupy screen space. Without it, the laptop genuinely exudes a more refined appearance.

The display itself is a 14-inch OLED screen boasting a 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Internally, it houses a processor that can reach up to Intel Core Ultra 7, and the claimed

the battery duration is up to 17 hours without the need for recharging.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i will commence sales beginning at $1849, with a launch planned for February this year. In Ukraine, this model will be available for purchase in April.

ThinkCentre neo 50q QC — mini PC for commercial use on Snapdragon

The lineup concludes with a gadget that caught everyone off guard at CES and which truly amazed me. The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is a streamlined desktop computer powered by Snapdragon. The primary objective is to cater to users requiring a high-performance workstation “device” in a diminutive form.

The PC is remarkably small on the exterior, with a case capacity of merely one liter, similar in dimensions to my mesh system node. Within it lies a Snapdragon X/Snapdragon X Plus adept at executing AI computations at rates reaching 45 TOPS. Graphics are managed by a Qualcomm Adreno video chip, but in my view, a little more RAM would be beneficial — 16 GB is already the baseline for 2025. Information is stored on dual 1 TB SSDs.

This little device comes equipped with a comprehensive arrangement of ports — on the front panel, there is one USB 3.2 Gen 2 port, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, and a combined audio output. On the rear, there are two additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a, and an RJ-45 network connector. It also includes Wi-Fi 6E support.

The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC comprises 60% recycled plastic. This gadget will be available for purchase in February 2025 and will start at $849 in the United States.