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Lenovo has expanded its commercial lineup with new ThinkCentre desktops, ThinkBook laptops, ThinkVision monitors and enterprise security tools, all designed to help businesses scale Hybrid AI across devices, edge and cloud. Speaking at Lenovo Innovation World at IFA 2026, the company said organisations are moving beyond experimentation and into everyday AI deployment, with 96% planning to increase investment next year. “That shift requires technology that combines powerful computing, seamless collaboration, and trusted infrastructure,” said Johnson Jia, SVP, Global Innovation Center, Lenovo Intelligent Devices Group.
Headline additions include the ultra‑compact ThinkCentre X Ultra, powered by AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 processors and supporting up to 128GB unified memory. The cluster‑ready desktop can link up to four units to expand compute for larger models and multi‑agent workflows. Lenovo also introduced the ThinkCentre M75s Gen 6 and tiny M75q Gen 6, both offering up to 50 TOPS of local AI acceleration and ThinkShield security.
For mobile users, the Snapdragon‑powered ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 delivers 80 TOPS on‑device AI and Copilot+ PC experiences, while the ultra‑light ThinkBook 14x Gen 2 brings Intel Core 7 Series 3 performance in a 990g chassis. Lenovo also showcased two Intel‑powered proof‑of‑concepts: Project AeroBlade, a sub‑10mm fanless design using Frore Systems’ AirJet cooling, and Project Swan, a 14‑inch notebook that rolls out into a 17‑inch display.
On the display side, Lenovo introduced the ThinkVision P34WD‑4v — the world’s first Microsoft‑certified Thunderbolt VoIP monitor — alongside the P27UL‑40 InkJet Printing OLED model and new T‑series VoIP docking monitors. All feature AI‑driven comfort, privacy and collaboration tools.
Enterprise security also sees an upgrade with ThinkShield TraceLock, enabling remote location, lock or wipe even when devices are powered off, and Prompt Security from SentinelOne, providing governance and monitoring for generative AI use.
