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Lenovo has launched new AI solutions aimed at industries to accelerate AI deployment and improve efficiency. The solutions include comprehensive services, business-ready applications, and the 6th generation Lenovo Neptune liquid-cooling technology. Lenovo's investment of US$1 billion over three years focuses on creating practical AI use cases across various sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. The company collaborates with NVIDIA to offer enhanced AI capabilities, including AI Fast Start services for quick deployment and AI Innovator program solutions. Additionally, Lenovo emphasizes energy efficiency with its liquid-cooling technology, which reduces power consumption by up to 40%. The new solutions align with Lenovo's commitment to responsible AI and its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals.

Motorola and Google Cloud have announced a multi-year partnership to integrate generative AI into Motorola's new razr smartphones, starting with the flagship razr+/razr 50 ultra models. Utilizing Google Cloud Vertex AI with Gemini and Imagen models, the Moto ai technology enhances user experience with features like task completion, relevant suggestions, and information recall. Key features include Magic Canvas for image creation and Style Sync for personalized themes. Moto ai, which will continuously evolve with new functionalities, is currently available in Latin America and Europe, and will soon be available for pre-order in North America, India, and select Asia Pacific countries.

Lenovo has launched the Lenovo Tab Plus, an 11.5-inch entertainment tablet designed for music enthusiasts. The tablet features eight JBL speakers, delivering 26W of premium stereo sound, and a 2K display for vivid visuals. It supports high-res audio of 24-bit and 96kHz frequency with Dolby Atmos tuning. Additionally, the Lenovo Tab Plus can function as a Bluetooth speaker and comes with a 175-degree adjustable stand.

The tablet is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor, boasts an 8600 mAh battery for 12 hours of streaming, and supports 45W fast charging. It also offers up to 256GB storage, expandable via MicroSD, and is IP52 water and dust-resistant. The Tab Plus includes features like Immersive Reading Mode, Standby Mode, and a privacy dashboard, with software support extending to June 2028. Available now, the tablet starts at €279 or $289.99.

Motorola, in collaboration with the Lenovo Foundation, has expanded its Indigenous Languages Support Initiative by adding Ladin, a minority language spoken in Italy’s Dolomites region, to its smartphones. This initiative, aimed at raising awareness and empowering Indigenous communities, addresses the urgent need to preserve endangered languages, as UNESCO reports one Indigenous language disappears every two weeks. Ladin, with only 30,000 speakers, now joins over 90 other languages supported by Motorola's devices. This initiative also includes open-sourcing over 1 million translated Indigenous words and publishing the 'Hello Indigenous' whitepaper to encourage others to participate in language preservation.

Lenovo has unveiled its new Lenovo Infrastructure Solutions V4 portfolio, powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors. This lineup aims to simplify the AI journey for businesses of all sizes by providing high-performance, efficient, and AI-enabled solutions. The ThinkSystem V4 portfolio offers a 4.3x performance increase and 4x more cores per rack, optimizing workloads across various industries. Enhanced with Lenovo Neptune liquid cooling, the solutions promise up to 40% power reduction. Lenovo also introduced AI-powered systems management for streamlined deployment and operation, alongside services to support AI adoption from edge to cloud. The new portfolio is designed to ensure AI accessibility, inclusivity, and security, featuring compliance with NIST SP800-193 standards and AI-powered code inspection for firmware.

Lenovo and Cisco have announced a global strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation for businesses. They aim to deliver integrated infrastructure and networking solutions, focusing on generative AI and digital workplace productivity. The partnership includes the integration of Cisco’s Nexus ecosystem with Lenovo’s edge-to-cloud portfolio.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines plans for co-engineering solutions that enhance AI innovation and offer a single interface for network management. Benefits include faster innovation, improved security, and flexible implementation.

The collaboration will also leverage a network of channel partners to broaden customer choice and streamline digital transformation efforts.

Lenovo has been ranked 10th in the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 for 2024, highlighting its excellence in supply chain management. This ranking reflects Lenovo's focus on security, digital transformation, and environmental sustainability. The company's global hybrid manufacturing network spans 30+ sites in 10 markets, ensuring a resilient and adaptive supply chain. In 2022, Lenovo's European facility in Hungary shipped over 1.5 million devices across EMEA. Lenovo is also committed to ESG initiatives, with a focus on reducing emissions and promoting a circular economy. Their AI-powered ESG assessment system helps customers make sustainability-focused decisions. Lenovo's supply chain security measures ensure product integrity, reinforcing its competitive advantage.

Lenovo Group (HKSE: 992, ADR: LNVGY) announced its Q4 and full-year results for the fiscal year 2023/24, showing significant growth. Q4 revenue increased by nearly 10% year-on-year to $13.8 billion, and net income doubled to $248 million. For the full year, revenue was $56.9 billion with a net income of $1 billion. The Solutions and Services Group (SSG) saw a 12% annual growth in revenue, while the Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) achieved a record Q4 revenue of $2.5 billion. The Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) reported $44.6 billion in annual revenue, with PCs resuming growth in the second half. Lenovo's AI strategy, featuring new AI PCs, is expected to drive further growth. The Board declared a final dividend of 3.8 US cents per share.

Lenovo has unveiled the Yoga Slim 7x and ThinkPad T14s Gen 6, the first Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite. These AI-enhanced laptops feature the 12-core Qualcomm Oryon CPU, Adreno GPU, and Hexagon NPU, offering up to 45 trillion operations per second (TOPS). The devices promise multi-day battery life, offline Large Language Model capabilities, and enhanced productivity tools. The Yoga Slim 7x focuses on creative tasks with a 14.5” OLED display, while the ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 caters to business users with up to 64GB LPDDR5x memory and robust security features. Both models will be available from June 2024, with prices starting at $1,199 and $1,699, respectively.