Lenovo’s FLEX 2 Laptops Merge Affordability With A Flexible Design And Great Graphics!

Lenovo has just announced the FLEX 2 series which contains two new laptops. They build off the already know FLEX name and enhance it, coming now in both a 14 and 15.6-inch models. They both feature two great modes and a full HD screen with discrete graphics models.  They will be landing in June and are an affordable laptop with some dual-mode features, plus great graphics are on board as well. Let’s take a closer look at the new FLEX 2 laptops!

For starters the new FLEX 2 series will start as low as $429 and for that price you are getting a dual-mode machine. It does lead you to ask the question, can your laptop FLEX? This allows you to use the FLEX 2 as a traditional laptop of in new exciting way that can increase productivity, plus with a 10 point multi-touch display these modes might even be more natural. It’s design looks like a traditional laptop, it features a keyboard and multi-touch trackpad, along with an optional cool metal palm rest. The change occurs when you flip the keyboard back below the screen 300° to transition into Stand mode. Stand mode will come in handy for giving a quick presentation on the go, watching a video, or even video calling. In terms of the color of the FLEX 2, the 14-inch model will be available in silver and the 15-inch model will come in black.

The FLEX 2 models feature full HD displays, in comparison to the models these are replacing, these are noticeably brighter. They feature a full 1920X1080 widescreen display on certain models and this can be paired with NVIDIA GeForce graphics on models with up to 4th generation Intel Core i7 or AMD RadeonTM R5 M230 discrete graphics and AMD APU processors all the way up to AMD A8 models with on-chip Radeon graphics. But the later of these graphics and processors can only be done on the 15.6-inch model of the FLEX 2. Either setup you choose, the new FLEX 2’s will be great for enjoying multimedia. In an effort to further enhance the multimedia experience, they will be equipped with Dolby Advanced Audio v2 technology. Lastly, in terms of storage you can get up to 1 TB of HD or hybrid SSHD storage or up to 256 GB SSD storage.

Overall, the new FLEX 2’s are offering an affordable dual-mode multimedia savvy laptops. Pricing for these models of the FLEX 2 14-in and 15.6-in start at $799 and $429, respectively. Lenovo will start offering the FLEX 2 14-inch and 15.6-inch in June, stay tuned for our full reviews. However, in the meantime you can see a gallery and press release below.

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Press Release

Lenovo Flexes Multimode Muscle with New Dual Mode Laptops

FLEX 2 Packs More Flexibility and Features into Affordable Devices

• New optional full high definition screens and discrete graphics for “life-like” content experience

• Affordable “convertible-like” PC with two unique modes: Laptop and Stand

  RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – April 16, 2014: Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today introduced two new additions to its FLEX family of dual mode laptops with the new FLEX 2 laptops available in 14 and 15.6-in models. Not only do the laptops give users 300° flexibility with two great modes, Laptop and Stand, they improve upon the original models in compelling new ways with an enhanced visual experience offering full HD screen and discrete graphics models.

  Shaping Higher Performance

  Available in either a 14 or 15.6-in screen, the laptops take Lenovo’s family of dual mode devices to the next level with new design and performance features. The black or silver1 FLEX 2 laptops catch attention for their 300° rotation and their optional backlit keyboard, which finishes the look on this beautiful device.

  Inside the laptop, consumers will love the eye-popping visuals with a noticeably brighter full HD 1920X1080 widescreen display on select models. Users can choose NVIDIA GeForce graphics on models with up to 4th generation Intel Core i7 processors for a rich entertainment experience, making images in games and videos display quickly and smoothly. Or they can opt for models with dynamic AMD RadeonTM R5 M230 discrete graphics and AMD APU processors all the way up to AMD A8 models2 with on-chip Radeon graphics.

  Equipped with Dolby Advanced Audio v2 technology, the FLEX 2 laptops make sound from movies, games and music come across its stereo speakers louder with greater clarity, consistent tone and less distortion. And for users who like to video chat, the laptops come with an optional dual array digital microphone for truer to life calls when using the 720p HD webcam.

  The FLEX 2 further provides an overall better user experience over its predecessor thanks to several advancements for processing, storage and memory. For fast and efficient operations, the FLEX 2 laptops offer choices of the latest Intel and AMD processors, come with a range of three storage options – up to 1 TB of HD or hybrid SSHD storage or up to 256 GB SSD storage – and long battery life.

  Two Modes in One Machine

  Starting at just $429, the laptops give users one of the most affordable “convertible-like” PCs, with two unique modes in one machine. Users can enjoy the benefits of a Windows 8.1 touch-centric experience in both modes via the 10-finger multitouch screen.

  FLEX 2 works great in its traditional clamshell laptop mode for productivity tasks with its comfortable keyboard with its stylish and functional one piece multitouch touchpad with an optional cool metal palmrest. Then simply flip the keyboard underneath the screen 300° to transition into Stand mode for a different way to watch movies and riveting digital content up close.

  Quote

  “The new FLEX 2 gives consumers two great devices – a full-function, multitouch laptop and a second, Stand mode – in one machine all at an extremely affordable price,” said Dilip Bhatia, vice president, worldwide marketing and design, PC Group, Lenovo. “New features like a crystal clear high resolution screen and the latest processing technologies make it even more suited to helping express and manage consumer’s digital lives.”

  Pricing and Availability3

  Pricing for models of the FLEX 2 14-in and 15.6-in start at $799 and $429, respectively. The FLEX 2 laptops are available beginning in June via Lenovo retailers and www.lenovo.com.

  1Black on 15-in model and silver on 14-in model.
  2Only available on 15-in models.
  3Prices do not include tax or shipping and are subject to change without notice. Reseller prices may vary. Price does not include all advertised features. All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice.