ThinkBook Gen 5 Hybrid is in its own league, as it can run both Windows 11 and Android

It costs around $2,200.

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Published onAugust 5, 2024

published onAugust 5, 2024

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Think about a future where your laptop is not stuck with only one operating system. Lenovo makes this dream come true with its newest innovation, the ThinkBook Gen 5 Hybrid. It’s a tech trendsetter, causing quite a sensation in China; everyone is talking about it.

This isn’t just any typical laptop—this hybrid combines Android and Windows 11 into one fantastic package. Android resides within the screen, while Windows 11 finds its place in the base. It’s like having two devices in one.

TheThinkBook Gen 5 Hybrid is a power monster, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, up to 32GB RAM, and an impressive base with a whopping 1TB storage. The screen also doesn’t lack anything: it has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, up to 12GB RAM, and can be found in models with 256 GB of storage.

An excellent 14-inch 2.8 K OLED touchscreen that supports pen input is included. Android can be used separately or together with Windows 11, giving you unmatched flexibility. This hybrid has shared storage and can utilize your device’s cameras, making it highly versatile.

Here is the twist: such innovation is not inexpensive. The ThinkBook Gen 5 Hybridcosts approximately $2,200 in China. It may be costly, but for a device that works as an Android tablet and Windows 11 laptop together, this could be worth it to certain customers. The inquiry is: Isdual-OS the future? Lenovo appears to believe there’s a demand for it, and we can only wait and see if they’re correct.

So, what do you say? Does the simplicity of two operating systems in one tool attract you, or is it merely a showy feature?

Until then, you should know Lenovo also hasits own Copilot+ PCif you prefer something lighter but similarly powerful.

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With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier

ThinkBook Gen 5 Hybrid is in its own league, as it can run both Windows 11 and Android