Got it 3 days back, looks great, double screen actually works good, my kid loves it, she can attend her online classes and can take notes too in the other screen, pen is decent but not that great, display is very good, sound quality is good too,its pretty expensive but worth it
I am the perfect person for this laptop, I usually use a minimum of two screens at all times sometimes 4 as I'm a multi-tasker, consultant and designer. I am going to try and replace my 2015 desktop with it also with external monitors and dongles etc.
I am the same, although my new 49 inch widescreen counts as 3 screens 😂 It is a great laptop. Extremely versatile and handles anything I've thrown at it.
I own this laptop. Love using it on the stand with the screens in landscape. Would prefer a bit more powerful CPU and 32GB RAM but for daily office and mobile use it works nicely. The pen and mouse that come with it work fine but require batteries no USB-C. I’ve replaced the pen with a Wacom bamboo ink plus which is usb-c chargeable and provides much greater functionality. I’ve replaced the mouse with a Logitech anywhere 3s to get more functionality and USB-C charging. As for the keyboard, it must be charged independent of the laptop and doesn’t hold a charge more than about a few days to a week. It would be nice to see a connection between the laptop and keyboard supporting power like the surface pro line. If you turn off the keyboard each evening, it will last longer but a connection would be better and a larger battery like the Logitech MX keyboard or mini would be an improves as well. It’s a great start. It’s enjoyable to use and the increased screen real estate and postures provide nice flexibility. It enhances my daily workflow in and out of the office. Great work and looking forward to future improvement's.
I am with you on the "gen 1" things such as batteries for the mouse and keyboard, but they are totally usable as is. I haven't had to charge the keyboard though, so that is strange.
Just ordered it myself, there is now a 32gb version which is handy. Ill probably follow you on upgrading that pen mouse. Maybe even a sepereare keyboard too! Lets see how that goes might be a nice keyboars :)
I see this for someone in an office either at home or work. Or if one travels and stays in a hotel. But for me I don't see myself using it in two screen mode on a plane or even in a Starbucks. I know you can use it with either a virtual keyboard or with the physical keyboard, but then why not get a $500 sale laptop with a $75 portable monitor. That's what I've done and I use the setup with my Zenbook duo. Two screens all the time and unlike the Yoga when the keyboard is attached, the zenbook is a true second screen without the need to bring a stand, mouse, keyboard, and of course the laptop. I think it's really cool but I think I like my setup better.
Portable monitors have terrible batter life Portable monitors have poor screen brightness Portable monitors are a pain to carry around Portable mointors cost alot if you want a touch screen Portable monitors cost even more if you want pen capabilities These are reasons why you NEVER see people using portables in public
Seeing a piano in the background - have you tried using the Yoga Book for sheet music? Currently, I use my Surface Book in tablet mode for sheet music, and that works well, but it would be great to be able to show two pages at the same time. But this would also require software that can utilise the two screens and that has good solutions for turning pages, so I would be very interested to hear from someone who has actually tried this.
I have not tried it for sheet music, but that is a great idea! I am sure you can, but as you say, it'll need a bit of development to work like a "book".
MobileSheets is a good sheet music app for windows and android. With lenovos waterfall mode that spans two screens, the app has two page view turning this dual screen into two large sheet music. Also connects with Airturn pedal for page turning with Bluetooth
I really want to try this for one of my live coding talks! Rarely is there enough space for my travel screen to fit nicely so it’s always a pain to look at my screen and the audience. Must be nice for airports too - rather than lugging a second screen that is the size of a laptop itself 😅
Some people commented that the battery life will drain after a year? Is that true? How about the pen used to draw or write? Is there a delay on it? is it as good as apple pen?
As I mention in the video, it is a review unit which I unfortunately didn't get to keep. Hence, I can't comment on battery longevity. The pen is amazing. Lenovo's active pens are all really well engineered and works reliably. I don't have any experience with the pen from Apple.
@@LarsKlintTech I planned to get one, but when I watched another unit of lenovo, yoga 2 in 1 slim; which has co pilot in windows, I become interested in getting the 2 in 1 unit. Can u recommend which one I should get? I need multiple screens which can help me do my work without using another device, but I also like the co pilot offline app to get some images created when my wifi connection goes bad. And btw, is it inconvenient when we have to use the separated keyboard?
@@simonholmanno, I rarely don't with Lenovo devices, because there's always another sale. I rarely buy their stuff at RRP. It might be out of stock currently?
How resistent are the screens? Especially when used in tablet mode? Will the botom screen scratch easily? Would you recomend to wait for the new 2024 model? Thank you
Good question. I had to give the device back after 2 months, but I didn't see any scratches, and I used it extensively, including while traveling. I didn't use the tablet mode a whole lot though. I don't know what the next iteration of it will provide, so up to you.
I own the OG model and there is no reason to get the 2024 model. Either get the OG model on sale (mine was $1255 with $100 Best Buy gift card). Or get the 2025 model because the CPU and other upgrades would be more meaningful.
Please explain why you need a trackpad for a laptop with pen support and a touchscreen? Both options are 1 million times faster, as is using portable mouse. Moreover, you can't comfortability use a trackpad in tight spaces like a airplane.
1. Everyone carries their laptop in a backpack or briefcase. 2. Anyone with a white collar job knows exactly how the use this laptop. 3. Why on earth would anyone use a trackpad on a touch screen laptop with pen support? Both options are a thousand times faster, as is using a mouse.
I am not sure what point you are making, but those are quite some generalisations you have there. 1. Nope. People carry them in shoulder bags, only in a sleeve, in a sports bag. Also, not sure why this is relevant. 2. Again, nope. There are many specific use cases as I show in the video, which aren't immediately obvious. Also, what does "white collar" have to do with it? 3. The trackpad is much quicker than a mouse, as you don't move your hands. With a pen you also have to move your hands constantly, which isn't always necessary. Anyway, thanks for watching.
1. Thanks for naming other types of bags that people use which make the comment about people carrying the 9i and keyboard with their bare hands absured. 2. Not knowing what being a white collar professional has to do with anything only proves my point about not grasping a. who this laptop's target audiance is, or b. how best to use it as a means of increasing one's productive. 3. If you actually think a trackpad is faster/more accurate than one's hand, a pen, or a mouse then you've never used a touch screen laptops with pen support before. Sorry if I hurt your feelings.
@RK-um9tu, I appreciate your perspective, but I think there's a bit of a misunderstanding here. The term "white collar" really has no direct correlation with how proficient someone is with using a laptop, or the specific ways they choose to use it. This generalization doesn't hold much water when you consider the vast diversity in job roles, personal preferences, and technological competencies across different industries, including those labeled as "white collar." Furthermore, suggesting that everyone carries their laptop in the same manner overlooks the variety of personal preferences and needs. People choose their mode of transport for their laptops based on convenience, comfort, and sometimes even style-not just job classification. As for the use of trackpads versus a pen or a mouse, it's really about personal efficiency and what the task at hand requires. Each input method has its advantages and scenarios where it shines. Arguing that one is universally better than the others misses the nuance of how different people interact with their devices for specific tasks. Lastly, I appreciate your concern, but rest assured, it takes a bit more to hurt my feelings. It's important to remember that the diversity of user experiences and preferences is what makes technology so adaptable and useful for a wide range of people and purposes. Let's celebrate that diversity rather than narrowing it down to overly simplistic generalizations. Also, I'm genuinely curious to see your content or demonstrations that showcase your points. Could you share where we might find that?
Got it 3 days back, looks great, double screen actually works good, my kid loves it, she can attend her online classes and can take notes too in the other screen, pen is decent but not that great, display is very good, sound quality is good too,its pretty expensive but worth it
Thanks Doctor for sharing your experiences too. Unfortunately I didn't get to keep it and I miss it....
I am the perfect person for this laptop, I usually use a minimum of two screens at all times sometimes 4 as I'm a multi-tasker, consultant and designer. I am going to try and replace my 2015 desktop with it also with external monitors and dongles etc.
I am the same, although my new 49 inch widescreen counts as 3 screens 😂 It is a great laptop. Extremely versatile and handles anything I've thrown at it.
I own this laptop. Love using it on the stand with the screens in landscape. Would prefer a bit more powerful CPU and 32GB RAM but for daily office and mobile use it works nicely. The pen and mouse that come with it work fine but require batteries no USB-C. I’ve replaced the pen with a Wacom bamboo ink plus which is usb-c chargeable and provides much greater functionality. I’ve replaced the mouse with a Logitech anywhere 3s to get more functionality and USB-C charging.
As for the keyboard, it must be charged independent of the laptop and doesn’t hold a charge more than about a few days to a week. It would be nice to see a connection between the laptop and keyboard supporting power like the surface pro line. If you turn off the keyboard each evening, it will last longer but a connection would be better and a larger battery like the Logitech MX keyboard or mini would be an improves as well.
It’s a great start. It’s enjoyable to use and the increased screen real estate and postures provide nice flexibility.
It enhances my daily workflow in and out of the office.
Great work and looking forward to future improvement's.
I am with you on the "gen 1" things such as batteries for the mouse and keyboard, but they are totally usable as is. I haven't had to charge the keyboard though, so that is strange.
Just ordered it myself, there is now a 32gb version which is handy. Ill probably follow you on upgrading that pen mouse. Maybe even a sepereare keyboard too! Lets see how that goes might be a nice keyboars :)
Did you find the separate stand annoying especially considering Asus has a built-in one now?
Actually a really really cool setup with the stand
Yeah, it is super functional. The magnets keeps everything in place really well.
I'm definitely getting it for security work. Also for studying for school and training.
It works for all of it! 😁
I see this for someone in an office either at home or work. Or if one travels and stays in a hotel. But for me I don't see myself using it in two screen mode on a plane or even in a Starbucks. I know you can use it with either a virtual keyboard or with the physical keyboard, but then why not get a $500 sale laptop with a $75 portable monitor. That's what I've done and I use the setup with my Zenbook duo. Two screens all the time and unlike the Yoga when the keyboard is attached, the zenbook is a true second screen without the need to bring a stand, mouse, keyboard, and of course the laptop. I think it's really cool but I think I like my setup better.
You do you Pete. 100%. I like having a second monitor that isn't "extra baggage", which has been the main talking point with other people too.
Me too! That's why I chose the Duo! Extra screen without the extra keyboard mouse and stand. But the yoga is still cool!
Portable monitors have terrible batter life
Portable monitors have poor screen brightness
Portable monitors are a pain to carry around
Portable mointors cost alot if you want a touch screen
Portable monitors cost even more if you want pen capabilities
These are reasons why you NEVER see people using portables in public
Would be great with video editing. Display and bins on the top and timeline below.
Yes, 100%. I did use it for that a tiny bit as well, but I am too well set up on my other machine, so it was too hard 🤓
This is so good Lars :) Loved it.
Thanks Karuna. It is such an awesome device. It just gets people interested straight away 😁
Seeing a piano in the background - have you tried using the Yoga Book for sheet music? Currently, I use my Surface Book in tablet mode for sheet music, and that works well, but it would be great to be able to show two pages at the same time. But this would also require software that can utilise the two screens and that has good solutions for turning pages, so I would be very interested to hear from someone who has actually tried this.
I have not tried it for sheet music, but that is a great idea! I am sure you can, but as you say, it'll need a bit of development to work like a "book".
MobileSheets is a good sheet music app for windows and android. With lenovos waterfall mode that spans two screens, the app has two page view turning this dual screen into two large sheet music. Also connects with Airturn pedal for page turning with Bluetooth
I really want to try this for one of my live coding talks! Rarely is there enough space for my travel screen to fit nicely so it’s always a pain to look at my screen and the audience.
Must be nice for airports too - rather than lugging a second screen that is the size of a laptop itself 😅
Yeah, it just works so well in almost every situation. And you don't _have_ to use both screens either.
they need to offer a matte screen
That would be a welcome addition for sure.
Order matte screen protectors they just made for these win win
Some people commented that the battery life will drain after a year? Is that true? How about the pen used to draw or write? Is there a delay on it? is it as good as apple pen?
As I mention in the video, it is a review unit which I unfortunately didn't get to keep. Hence, I can't comment on battery longevity. The pen is amazing. Lenovo's active pens are all really well engineered and works reliably. I don't have any experience with the pen from Apple.
@@LarsKlintTech I planned to get one, but when I watched another unit of lenovo, yoga 2 in 1 slim; which has co pilot in windows, I become interested in getting the 2 in 1 unit. Can u recommend which one I should get? I need multiple screens which can help me do my work without using another device, but I also like the co pilot offline app to get some images created when my wifi connection goes bad.
And btw, is it inconvenient when we have to use the separated keyboard?
That looks very cool.
It is amazing. I really really like it 😊
@LarsKlintTech You didn't mention price that I could hear. And they show it out of stock on their site when I clicked on your link
@@simonholmanno, I rarely don't with Lenovo devices, because there's always another sale. I rarely buy their stuff at RRP.
It might be out of stock currently?
How resistent are the screens? Especially when used in tablet mode? Will the botom screen scratch easily? Would you recomend to wait for the new 2024 model? Thank you
Good question. I had to give the device back after 2 months, but I didn't see any scratches, and I used it extensively, including while traveling. I didn't use the tablet mode a whole lot though. I don't know what the next iteration of it will provide, so up to you.
I own the OG model and there is no reason to get the 2024 model.
Either get the OG model on sale (mine was $1255 with $100 Best Buy gift card).
Or get the 2025 model because the CPU and other upgrades would be more meaningful.
@@msp5138 Wow, that is an amazing price! If that was available down under I might consider the OG as well 😊
Did you find that having a separate stand was any form of inconvenience? I find the asus built-in is appealing, but lenovo's hinge stand out.
No, not really. It doubles as the cover for the laptop too, so it fits nicely together.
Would this Laptop 💻 work great for Kali?
I haven't used Kali, so can't really comment on that.
Now I want one - thanks. 😁
What are they going for?
Depending on the market, but USD2,000 or so. Lenovo always has a sale though 😏
How long until we have a video of you turning that into a super home assistant dashboard? 😁
DON'T TEMPT ME STEPHEN!! 😬😬
@@LarsKlintTech too late.... You know you want to do it 🤣😉
it will be great if that keyboard comes with trackpad
It would be a lot bigger then, and doesn't work in some scenarios. 🤔
Please explain why you need a trackpad for a laptop with pen support and a touchscreen?
Both options are 1 million times faster, as is using portable mouse.
Moreover, you can't comfortability use a trackpad in tight spaces like a airplane.
It needs a carrying case.
Take you pick on eBay or Amazon? It is a standard size laptop.
1. Everyone carries their laptop in a backpack or briefcase.
2. Anyone with a white collar job knows exactly how the use this laptop.
3. Why on earth would anyone use a trackpad on a touch screen laptop with pen support?
Both options are a thousand times faster, as is using a mouse.
I am not sure what point you are making, but those are quite some generalisations you have there.
1. Nope. People carry them in shoulder bags, only in a sleeve, in a sports bag. Also, not sure why this is relevant.
2. Again, nope. There are many specific use cases as I show in the video, which aren't immediately obvious. Also, what does "white collar" have to do with it?
3. The trackpad is much quicker than a mouse, as you don't move your hands. With a pen you also have to move your hands constantly, which isn't always necessary.
Anyway, thanks for watching.
1. Thanks for naming other types of bags that people use which make the comment about people carrying the 9i and keyboard with their bare hands absured.
2. Not knowing what being a white collar professional has to do with anything only proves my point about not grasping
a. who this laptop's target audiance is, or
b. how best to use it as a means of increasing one's productive.
3. If you actually think a trackpad is faster/more accurate than one's hand, a pen, or a mouse then you've never used a touch screen laptops with pen support before.
Sorry if I hurt your feelings.
@RK-um9tu, I appreciate your perspective, but I think there's a bit of a misunderstanding here. The term "white collar" really has no direct correlation with how proficient someone is with using a laptop, or the specific ways they choose to use it. This generalization doesn't hold much water when you consider the vast diversity in job roles, personal preferences, and technological competencies across different industries, including those labeled as "white collar."
Furthermore, suggesting that everyone carries their laptop in the same manner overlooks the variety of personal preferences and needs. People choose their mode of transport for their laptops based on convenience, comfort, and sometimes even style-not just job classification.
As for the use of trackpads versus a pen or a mouse, it's really about personal efficiency and what the task at hand requires. Each input method has its advantages and scenarios where it shines. Arguing that one is universally better than the others misses the nuance of how different people interact with their devices for specific tasks.
Lastly, I appreciate your concern, but rest assured, it takes a bit more to hurt my feelings. It's important to remember that the diversity of user experiences and preferences is what makes technology so adaptable and useful for a wide range of people and purposes. Let's celebrate that diversity rather than narrowing it down to overly simplistic generalizations. Also, I'm genuinely curious to see your content or demonstrations that showcase your points. Could you share where we might find that?