ThinkPad Yoga - The Newest Addition to Lenovo's Convertible Ultrabook Series

When Lenovo first released its first IdeaPad Yoga Ultrabook, there was nothing else on the market like it. Instead of having a detachable or wireless keyboard accessory if you wanted a notebook typing experience, you just flip the screen over.

A year later, Lenovo brings this revolutionary technology to their ThinkPad line of Business oriented mobile PCs. From day one, the biggest complaint with the original Yoga was that the user was still mashing keys on the keyboard while in tablet mode. Lenovo has addressed this uncomfortable issue with not the best solution, but still one that does the job well. What they had done is that they motorized the frame around the keys. Meaning, when the screen is flipped around, frame will rise up and sit flush, aligned with the keys. Then, a lock clamps the keys in place so you can't press them even if you tried. Lastly, little feet pop out between the keyboard and the surface you're placing the device on for extra grip so that the device does not slide all over the place.

As expected from the ThinkPad line of products, the fit and finish of the device is exceptionally high. Because of the new keyboard design, Lenovo has had to fit a stronger hinge, and a larger chassis, meaning that unfortunately, this feature will not make its way into the Yoga 2 Pro. That being said, the Yoga 2 Pro will still get its set of new upgrades.


The device is still loaded with the usual ThinkPad bells and whistles in terms of specs and features. A 1920x1080 display for that Full HD experience, up to an Intel Core i7 Processor to drive productivity levels, high security connectivity options, and optional touch pen accessory, the ThinkPad Yoga is a seriously flexible convertible Ultrabook for the business professional on the go.