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Lenovo has launched Year 4 of its Evolve Small initiative, focusing on supporting small businesses through AI-powered technology, grants, and mentorship across ten North American cities. The program introduces a new AI Grant that includes Lenovo technology packages, AI training, and mentorship support through Goodie Nation.

The initiative, partnering with Intel, Microsoft, and Goodie Nation, will provide nearly US$5 million in grants and resources through 2025. The program includes mental health and leadership coaching led by Chantel Cohen of CWC Coaching and Therapy. Applications are open from January 27, 2025, to February 17, 2025, for eligible small businesses in selected metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, San Diego, Houston, Washington D.C., Toronto, and Vancouver.

Lenovo has unveiled three new retail solutions combining robotics and AI technologies at NRF 2025. The first, Retail Content Management Services, enables retailers to manage digital content across store displays, with one food chain reporting significant cost savings across 100+ stores.

Retail Robotics with Yunji offers automated delivery services in hotels and malls, featuring modular design, AI-driven interactions, and data collection capabilities. In a 400-room hotel implementation, it handled over 90% of guest requests, increasing sales revenue by 20%. The solution is currently used by 30,000+ hotels, including major chains like Hilton and Marriott.

The company also introduced AI Fast Start, helping retailers implement AI solutions with proven ROI within weeks. Lenovo's TruScale offerings provide flexible, subscription-based services including Device as a Service (DaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and GPU as a Service for AI deployment.

Lenovo unveiled a comprehensive lineup of AI-powered solutions at CES 2025, featuring innovations across commercial, gaming, and consumer segments. The company introduced Lenovo AI Now, an on-device AI assistant built on Meta's Llama 3 model, alongside the new Legion Space gaming platform.

Key product launches include the ThinkPad X9 Aura Editions laptops with Intel Core Ultra processors, the innovative ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable with expandable display, and new ThinkCentre desktop solutions. In gaming, Lenovo presented the Legion Go S handheld devices, updated Legion Pro Series laptops, and enhanced gaming monitors.

The consumer segment saw the introduction of the Yoga Slim 9i, the world's first laptop with camera-under-display technology, alongside new IdeaPad and IdeaCentre devices. Lenovo also showcased future concepts including AI-enabled wearables and smart accessories.

Lenovo and Intel have announced a partnership with GRAMMY Award-winning artist Alessia Cara for their 'Made By' campaign, showcasing the creation process of her upcoming album 'Love & Hyperbole'. The collaboration includes a three-part miniseries documenting the album trailer's development, highlighting how Lenovo's laptops with Intel Core Ultra processors support the creative process.

The campaign features various creative professionals using Lenovo Slim 7i Aura Edition and other Yoga devices for production, styling, and design. An exclusive album underplay event is planned for early February 2025, featuring interactive projection mapping and immersive elements. The album trailer and episodic series will release in January 2025, ahead of the album's February 14, 2025 launch.

Lenovo and Motorola have announced the Moto Smart Scanner, a next-generation mobile compute scanner designed for enterprise operations in logistics, retail, and healthcare sectors. The device features a 6.5" HD+ display, Honeywell barcode scan engine, Snapdragon 680 processor, and 5,000mAh battery. Protected by ThinkShield cybersecurity solutions, it includes comprehensive device management services like Zero-Touch Deployment and Moto Safe.

The scanner will be available in the US and Canada in early 2025, offering features like AI-powered endpoint defense, remote device configuration, and Premier Support with 24/7 technical assistance. The device comes with a one-year Moto Care Extended Service Plan and includes Lenovo's CO2 Offset Service to help neutralize carbon emissions.

Lenovo has launched ThinkShield Firmware Assurance, a new enterprise-grade cybersecurity solution that provides protection below the operating system through Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). The solution enables deep visibility and component-level protection using a dedicated embedded controller for platform root of trust during boot time. ThinkShield offers comprehensive security features including supply chain assurance, below-OS protection, and OS-to-cloud security management, helping organizations prevent unauthorized software and firmware installations while providing automatic BIOS policy recovery.

Lenovo announces its biggest Cyber Monday Sale starting December 1 at 6 AM ET, featuring hourly doorbusters and discounts up to 69% off select products. Key deals include ThinkPad X1 Carbon up to 60% off, ThinkPad laptops up to 65% off, IdeaPad laptops from $830, and gaming laptops up to 31% off. The sale continues on December 2 with gaming laptops starting at $895 and tablets from $167. My Lenovo Rewards members will earn double points (6% back) on PC accessories and electronics purchases from November 29 through December 9.

Lenovo announces its biggest Cyber Monday Sale starting December 1 at 6 AM ET on Lenovo.com, featuring hourly doorbusters and discounts up to 68% off select products. Key deals include ThinkPad X1 Carbon up to 60% off, ThinkPad laptops up to 65% off, IdeaPad laptops from $625, and gaming laptops up to 34% off. The sale continues on December 2 with additional offers including laptops starting at $200. My Lenovo Rewards members will earn double points (6% back) on PC accessories and electronics purchases from November 29 through December 9.

Lenovo announces its largest-ever Black Friday Sale with discounts up to 64% on select products. From November 25-27, My Lenovo Rewards members get early access to doorbusters and an additional 5% off sitewide. The main sale runs November 28-30, featuring ThinkPad laptops at up to 63% off and Yoga laptops starting at $700. Notable deals include X1 Carbons at over 60% off, Tiny desktops from $949, and gaming laptops starting at $690. The sale extends through December 1 with IdeaPad laptops up to 60% off starting at $200, tablets from $95, and accessories from $4.99. Members can earn 2X rewards (6% back) on accessories and electronics from November 29 to December 9.