Laptops

Lenovo unveils new business notebooks under the ThinkPad line

A lot of new ThinkPads to choose from

Published

February 25, 2019

Daniel Morial

Apart from mobile phones, MWC is also a place where new notebooks get introduced like these new ThinkPads from Lenovo.

Known for their robust and business-ready designs, the ThinkPad line of laptops welcomes five new models that range from the smallest in the family to a well-specced 15-inch variant

ThinkPad X390

Lenovo’s newest ThinkPad X390 is currently the smallest notebook in the series. It’s got a 13-inch display inside the body of a 12-inch laptop thanks to the reduced bezels all around. Powered by the latest Intel Core processors, the ThinkPad X390 can deliver almost 18 hours of battery life.

The laptop features the new ThinkPad PrivacyGuard in the display for extra security from prying eyes. Also, the ThinkPad now has a hybrid HD and IR camera with ThinkShutter for the user’s privacy.

The ThinkPad X390 will come with up to 32GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Ports-wise, it has everything including Thunderbolt 3 and the new side mechanical docking system for ThinkPads.

It’ll go on sale as early as April starting at US$ 1,099.

ThinkPad X390 Yoga

Of course, there’s got to be a Yoga variant of the new ThinkPad. The ThinkPad X390 Yoga is practically the same as its non-Yoga sibling, although this one has a 360-degree hinge for its 13.5-inch display. Since the body of the Yoga model is a little bit bigger, Lenovo is able to put in an onboard pen.

The ThinkPad X390 Yoga features the latest Intel Wi-Fi 6 Gig+ module and dual far-field noise-canceling microphones. It also has the hybrid HD and IR camera with ThinkShutter.

The 2-in-1 convertible will be powered by the latest Intel Core processors with up to 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. It’s rated to last up to 14.5 hours on a single charge.

Price starts at US$ 1,359 and it’ll be available starting May.

ThinkPad T490

For a more visually rich business laptop, there’s the ThinkPad T490 with its 14-inch WQHD IPS display with Dolby Vision. The laptop impresses in the sound department too with its up-firing Dolby Audio Premium speakers.

As expected, the ThinkPad T490 will be powered by the latest Intel Core processors with up to 48GB of DDR4 memory (an insane amount for a business laptop) and up to a 1TB PCIe SSD. It’ll also have the new NVIDIA GeForce MX250 if you choose the variant with discrete graphics.

The ThinkPad T490 has security features including the ThinkPad PrivacyGuard, PrivacyAlert, and the new hybrid HD and IR camera with ThinkShutter.

The laptop will be on sale starting in March with a base price of US$ 999.

ThinkPad T490s

The ThinkPad T490s is the slimmer version of the ThinkPad T490. It comes in a lighter and thinner package, but it still houses the latest audio-visual technologies for laptops including the 14-inch WQHD Dolby Vision display. If you don’t need those, it’ll feature low-power display options, as well.

Specs-wise, it comes with the latest Intel Core processors with up 32GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD. Due to its slimmer profile, the only graphics option is the onboard Intel HD Graphics 620. On the bright side, the laptop comes with a Thunderbolt 3 port and the new side mechanical docking for external peripherals.

Pricing starts at US$ 1,279 and it’ll be in stores by April. The silver color option of the ThinkPad T490s sports the new aluminum top cover, which is a refreshing sight in the sea of black ThinkPads.

ThinkPad T590

If the ThinkPad T490s is slimmer, the ThinkPad T590 is the bigger sibling with its 15.6-inch display. With more screen real estate, the ThinkPad T590 has plenty to offer including a 4K HDR screen with Dolby Vision and discrete NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics.

The ThinkPad T590 also comes with the latest Intel Core processor with up to 48GB of DDR4 memory and up to a 1TB PCIe SSD. With its big display and beefier specs, the laptop can last for up to 15 hours using its 57Wh battery.

Since it’s still a ThinkPad, it’s packed with the usual package of privacy and security features including the ThinkShutter for the webcam. Of course, the added space means it can accommodate more ports like a Thunderbolt 3 and even a full-size HDMI.

Price starts at US$ 1,029 and it’ll become available in March.

Related Topics:Lenovo ThinkPad ThinkPad T490 ThinkPad T490s ThinkPad T590 ThinkPad X390 ThinkPad X390 Yoga

Laptops

Acer unveils Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI with Intel’s latest processors

Thin, light, AI-powered laptops

Published

May 30, 2026

GadgetMatch

Acer has expanded its Swift laptop lineup with the launch of the new Swift Air 14 and Swift Spin 14 AI. The new Windows 11 laptops combine slim designs, dedicated AI hardware, and long battery life for users who want productivity on the go.

Swift Air 14 focuses on portability

Leading the announcement is the new Swift Air 14. Powered by Intel Core Series 3 processors, the laptop delivers up to 40 platform TOPS and up to 17 TOPS from its dedicated NPU for AI workloads. Acer says users can expect up to 19 hours of battery life, with fast charging capable of reaching 50 percent in around 30 minutes.

The Swift Air 14 weighs just 1.25kg and measures as thin as 12.9mm. Its all-aluminum chassis comes in Sage Green, Frost Blue, Blossom Pink, and Lilac Purple. A 180-degree hinge allows the laptop to lie flat when collaborating or sharing content.

For visuals, Acer equips the laptop with a 14-inch WUXGA display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and 100 percent sRGB color coverage. Quad speakers with DTS:X Ultra complete the entertainment package.

The Swift Air 14 also includes a 1080p IR webcam with a privacy shutter, Windows Hello facial recognition, Acer PurifiedVoice noise cancellation, Intel Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, and a USB-A port.

Swift Spin 14 AI adds convertible flexibility

Acer also introduced the Swift Spin 14 AI. The new convertible features a 360-degree hinge that lets users switch between laptop, presentation, display, and tablet modes.

Inside is up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor. The system delivers up to 50 TOPS from its dedicated NPU and up to 100 platform TOPS overall. Acer claims battery life can reach up to 26 hours on a single charge.

The Swift Spin 14 AI features a 14-inch WUXGA IPS touch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It also supports the optional Acer Active Stylus with Wacom AES 2.0 technology. The stylus supports shading and 4,096 pressure levels, making it useful for drawing, note-taking, and document signing.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, dual USB-A ports, and HDMI 2.1. Security features include a 5MP IR camera, fingerprint reader, human presence detection, and Acer User Sensing technology.

Acer brings AI features to both laptops

Both devices include a dedicated Copilot key for quick access to Microsoft’s AI assistant. Acer also bundles its own AI-powered software suite, including AcerSense and Acer Intelligence Space.

The suite includes tools such as Acer QR Capture, Acer AI Image Generator, and Acer Video Speed Controller. Acer says these features are designed to improve productivity, creativity, and day-to-day usability.

Acer has not yet announced local pricing or availability. The company says details will vary by market.

Laptops

MSI announces new Raider, Crosshair gaming laptops

Redesigned for better power

Published

May 19, 2026

GadgetMatch

MSI has unveiled its latest generation of high-performance gaming laptops, introducing comprehensive updates to the Raider, Crosshair, and Cyborg series.

The updated product lines include redesigns, as well as up to the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series laptop GPUs.

MSI Raider 16 HX: Flagship power

The premium tier is led by the redesigned MSI Raider 16 HX, which establishes a maximum total power delivery threshold of up to 300W of combined CPU and GPU output via MSI OverBoost technology.

This extreme performance is made possible by a newly designed Cooler Boost Trinity with Intra Flow thermal system. With up to three fans, six heat pipes, and an exclusive five-exhaust vent design, the laptop delivers exceptional cooling performance while keeping noise below 50 dBA.

It has a 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS display with up to 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.

With two DDR5 memory slots, it can support up to 128GB of RAM, alongside dual M.2 slots for ample storage.

MSI Crosshair 16 HX: Mainstream performance realignment

Meanwhile, the mid-tier MSI Crosshair 16 HX receives a structural redesign that slims down the overall chassis depth while boosting overall thermal ceiling performance by 30W over the prior model.

It comes with a similar Cooler Boost thermal solution and quad-vent exhaust, while delivering up to 200W total system power.

Gamers can fully tap into that performance with a QHD+ 240Hz display. Connectivity gets an upgrade too, as the new I/O layout features three USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and repositioned HDMI and RJ-45 LAN ports.

The look is completed by the iconic RGB Crosshair aesthetic, with a more dynamic RGB backlit keyboard.

MSI Cyborg 15 Max: Major upgrades in performance, display

Lastly, the newly redesigned MSI Cyborg 15 series arrives with major upgrades. Particularly, the entry-level Cyborg 15 Max marks a substantial performance update for the budget tier.

It now has up to a 140W total system power, thanks to an Intel Core 200H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 GPU. This sets a new benchmark in the entry-level gaming segment.

The performance is likewise powered by a Cooler Boost thermal system. Overall, the Cyborg 15 Max achieves an impressive 122% increase in TGP.

The entire series is equipped with an FHD 144Hz display with 100% sRGB color gamut. Even connectivity is upgraded, with three USB-A ports and one USB-C port.