Lenovo showcased a concept laptop (called Lenovo Auto Twist AI PC) at the IFA in Berlin yesterday that can rotate the lid all by itself to maintain proper visibility. The lid also closes automatically when the laptop is unattended. While the wow factor of this machine lies between the lid and the base, it also features AI-enabled functionalities designed to enhance the user experience. So let’s take a look.
The automatic lid movement has the potential to uplift video calling experience
According to the company, the Dual Degree of Freedom automatic rotation makes it an ideal companion for both personal and professional use. Apparently, device AI models help the device track the user’s movement. This rotating feature becomes especially helpful in keeping the user within the field of view during video calls.
The machine also supports voice commands to auto-switch between different modes, like “close laptop”, “laptop mode”, and “tablet mode”. This concept comes after the Lenovo Thinkbook Plus Twist launched last year with an additional E Ink screen on the other side of the lid.
While the company noted “exceptional performance” while describing the capabilities of this AI PC, they didn’t reveal much about the internals of the machine.
According to The Verge’s Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, this concept Auto Twist AI PC responds to voice commands within a second or two. However, she mentioned that the motors are slow and take about 10 seconds to execute the command.
Lenovo communication director Jeff Witt said, “We’re still experimenting with that. A lot of these concepts don’t come to market, but you may see elements of them down the line. It’s got face tracking; it’s basically a video conferencing system built into a laptop. There’s a lot of accessibility potential.” We just hope it reaches the shelves in the near future.
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