Laptops

Lenovo introduces new tablets and notebooks for the holidays

That’s a lot of devices

Published

September 1, 2022

Luigi Leonardo

Lenovo always gets into the spirit of Christmas. Instead of sprinkling releases throughout the year, the company unleashes a flurry of its devices at set times during the year. Now, it’s time for the next set of devices to make their appearance. Check out what Lenovo has in store for the holidays this year.

Lenovo Tab P11 series

The new lineup starts off by taking a break. Rather than just a productivity-oriented product, the 2^nd-generation Tab P11 series focuses on me time. Armed with an 11.2-inch OLED screen, Dolby Vision HDR, and 120Hz, the Tab P11 Pro is the perfect device after a hard day’s work. However, if you can dabble with both work and me time on the same device, it can support the optional Lenovo Precision Pen 3 with compatibility for Instant Memo and Freestyle.

Under the hood, the tablet sports a MediaTek Kompanio 1300T octa-core processor with up to 8GB of RAM. It can also last up to 14 hours on a single charge.

On the other hand, the regular Tab P11 sports an 11.5-inch LCD display with 120HZ refresh rate — a capable driver on its own. It sports the MediaTek G99 chip, up to 6GB of RAM, and Android 12L.

While the Tab P11 Pro will come out this month, the regular Tab P11 will release in January 2023. The Tab P11 Pro will cost US$ 399.99, and the P11 will cost US$ 249.99.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold

Before we move on to notebooks, let’s take a look at a new device that straddles the fine line between both a notebook and a tablet. Combining power and flexibility, the ThinkPad X1 Fold delivers by packing high-end specs inside a foldable form factor.

Unfolded, the ThinkPad X1 Fold carries a whopping 16.3-inch screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. In this mode, the device can deliver brilliant images with up to 600nits of HDR brightness and Dolby Vision. Users can also configure a pen with Wacom protocol to use the device as a drawing surface. Also, users can connect an external keyboard to truly make use of the device’s entire screen.

Alternatively, when folded, the ThinkPad X1 Fold can fit in an on-screen keyboard down to the device’s lower half, making it a perfect laptop for cramped spaces. Users can also configure book mode to optimize the device for reading material.

Under the hood, the ThinkPad X1 Fold packs in 12^th-generation Intel Core i7 processors, Iris X^e graphics, up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 1TB of internal storage.

Starting November 2022, the ThinkPad X1 Fold will retail starting at US$ 2,499.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 3

Now, it’s time for power. The new ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 packs in a lot of power underneath its 16-inch 2.5K IPS display. But first, speaking of its display, users can choose between a 400nit 60Hz panel or a 500nit 165Hz HDR400 panel.

However, underneath it all, the laptop boasts up to an AMD Ryzen 9 6000 H-series processor and a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. It also comes with up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 2TB of dual SSD storage, and a 71Wh battery perfect throughout the day. For additional security, it has a fingerprint-enable Smart Power Button.

Now available, the ThinkBook 16p Gen 3 starts at US$ 2,379.

IdeaPad 5i Chromebook

For a more modest offering, Lenovo is launching its first 16-inch Chromebook. The device still features a capable 2.5K display with 120Hz refresh rate. With an optional 12^th-generation Intel Core i3 processor, users can keep productivity going throughout the day, especially with up to 12 hours of battery life.

For a productive day, the device comes with an FHD camera and two user-facing speakers. It also comes with Wi-Fi 6E for faster speeds.

Starting this month, users can grab the IdeaPad 5i starting at EUR 549.

Laptops

ASUS laptops now come with three months of Google AI

5TB of cloud storage included

Published

September 7, 2026

GadgetMatch

Select ASUS and ROG laptops now come with three months of Google AI Pro or Google AI Plus at no extra cost. The offer starts September 7 and covers eligible models from the 2025, 2026, and upcoming 2027 lineups.

Google AI Pro includes 5TB of cloud storage, while Google AI Plus comes with 400GB. Both plans also provide access to a range of Google’s AI-powered tools and features.

More Google AI on ASUS laptops

Eligible customers can use the Google Gemini app, Deep Research, Google Flow, Gemini in Google apps, and Gemini Notebook, among other features. Availability varies depending on the Google AI plan and supported features.

Google AI Pro offers higher usage limits and expanded access to Google’s more capable Gemini models. It also includes additional developer and agentic tools such as Google Antigravity, Jules, and AI Studio, subject to availability and plan terms.

Google AI Plus provides elevated access to Google’s AI tools alongside features for creative generation and productivity.

The offer covers more than just AI features. Google AI Pro’s 5TB of cloud storage and Google AI Plus’ 400GB give users additional space for documents, photos, videos, research, and other projects.

Available across select ASUS models

The one-year program starts September 7 and applies to selected ASUS and ROG laptops in supported markets. Eligible models span the ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt, Zenbook, and Vivobook families, including select 2025 and 2026 models and upcoming 2027 devices.

Customers can redeem the offer exclusively through the MyASUS app. ASUS has published the full list of eligible models and the offer’s terms and conditions on its website.

Check the full list of eligible ASUS laptops

ASUS is also running its No. 1 Quality, School-Ready Deals promotion until September 15, 2026. The promo offers additional deals for students, gamers, and professionals buying select ASUS and ROG devices.

The company’s No. 1 Quality and Service package also includes up to three years of international and local warranty, service access across more than 90 countries, and over 100 ASUS Service Centers and Drop-Off Points in the Philippines. Eligible laptops also come with one year of Local Accidental Damage Protection and up to six free device cleaning claims.

IFA 2026

TECNO MEGABOOK T15 360 unveiled at IFA 2026

Four laptops, three phones, one event

Published

September 4, 2026

Vincenz

TECNO is making its MEGABOOK lineup a little more flexible.

At IFA ShowStoppers 2026, the uprising tech brand unveils the MEGABOOK T15 360 with two more laptops and three phones tagging along.

One laptop, four modes

The MEGABOOK T15 360 series is the brand’s first laptop lineup with a 360-degree hinge and touchscreen display.

By that, it’s more than just a conventional laptop. It can also be a tablet or a portable display via Tent mode or Stand mode. This added feat makes everything more versatile as TECNO’s existing laptops are only limited to the clamshell form factor.

Both models feature a 15.6-inch screen with the standard 16:9 aspect ratio. As alluded earlier, it’s a touchscreen laptop consisting of 10-point multitouch points. There’s also optional MPP 2.0 active pen support if you want to write or draw directly on the display.

So what’s the difference?

Well, the regular T15 360 gets a Full HD 60Hz panel with 320 nits brightness.

Meanwhile, the Pro version takes it up a notch with a faster 120Hz refresh rate, sharper 2.5K display resolution, full 100% sRGB coverage, and higher 350 nits brightness.

Both laptops come in an all-metal chassis made using CNC machining. The convertible design doesn’t come at the expense of a more conventional laptop build.

Performance uncompromised

TECNO isn’t treating the T15 360 as a lightweight convertible that has to compromise on performance.

You can get up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, paired with an LPDDR5X RAM. The storage is based from PCIe M.2 2280 SSD — with select models having a secondary M.2 slot for utmost expansion.

There’s also a 70Wh battery plus support for a speedy 65W PD GaN charger. Connectivity includes up to Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4, alongside seven built-in ports.

Practical stuff were neither forgotten. There’s a backlit keyboard with a dedicated number pad, a fingerprint reader underneath its power button, dual speakers with DTS Ultra, a webcam, and dual digital microphones.

TECNO’s OneLeap feature also rounds things out by letting the MEGABOOK work with other TECNO’s smartphones, tablets, and other PCs for cross-device collaboration.

Two more MEGABOOKs

TECNO also brought two other MEGABOOKs to IFA.

The MEGABOOK K15S WCL is the more straightforward option. It uses Intel’s newer Wildcat Lake platform with a 16:10 display, a 70Wh battery, and 65W GaN charging — all in a premium, all-metal body.

Then there’s the MEGABOOK T17 Ultra. Ultra by its name, it goes big with a massive 17.3-inch 16:9 display. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and LPDDR5X memory. It also features a massive 99.99Wh battery and speedy 100W GaN PD fast charging.

Wait! There’s even more…

Beyond laptops, TECNO reveals the true form of its Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone at IFA 2026.

As announced more than a month ago, this concept uses a redesigned display architecture, internal stacking, structural engineering, and screen packaging to eliminate the physical black border around the display, resulting in what TECNO calls a true 0mm display border.

Beside a phone prototype, there are two consumer-ready products as well.

The POVA 8 Pro 5G Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition combines the POVA series’ performance-focused approach with Tonino Lamborghini’s design language.

It uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate 5G chipset alongside TECNO’s custom-made P1 Graphic Chip and a 5K IceShield vapor chamber cooling system. Specific details will be announced on September 4, 2026.

Meanwhile, the CAMON Slim 5G focuses on a thinner form factor, measuring just 6.39mm thick.

TECNO says it combines the CAMON line’s imaging features with AI capabilities and artistic colorways. More specifications will be revealed on September 7.

Pricing and Availability

The MEGABOOK T15 360 Series is expected to arrive in Europe by Q4 2026.

Depending on the configuration choice, the MEGABOOK T15 360 will start between EUR 899 ~ EUR 999. The MEGABOOK T15 360 Pro will cost as much as EUR 1099.

No pricing info were announced for the other MEGABOOKs and two phones as of writing.

Laptops

Acer expands mobile productivity lineup with Swift Blade 14, Air 16

Portable laptops built for work, play, creativity

Published

September 3, 2026

GadgetMatch

Acer has expanded its thin-and-light portfolio with the launch of the Acer Swift Blade 14 laptop.

At just 799 grams, the portable laptop is built for mobile productivity. It is powered by up to an Intel Core 7 processor 350.

This capable processor is paired with 12GB of DDR5 memory and up to 1TB of storage for portable performance for work, play, and creativity.

In front is up to a 3K OLED display with up to 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. The display has a 90% screen-to-body ratio, 4.3mm slim bezels, and a 16:10 aspect ratio.

For connectivity, the Acer Swift Blade 14 has three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports. It is also equipped with a 50 Wh battery and an FHD user-facing camera.

In addition, the sleek 16-inch Acer Swift Air 16 laptop has also been announced. Built for work and play, this notebook is powered by up to an Intel Core 7 processor 350 with up to 40 TOPS.

It also has a dedicated NPU, up to 16GB of DDR5 memory and up to 512GB of upgradeable storage.

This variant has an all-aluminum chassis, up to a 3K OLED display, an IPS touchscreen option, and quad-speaker audio. It also comes with a backlit keyboard, and a larger 70Wh battery capable of fast-charging.