OR IFAEurope’s largest consumer technology show, attracts some of the world’s biggest companies and showcases the latest technology.
Here are some of the highlights of this year’s event.
Αcer
Acer, with the expansion of the Copilot+ series, presented new laptops with artificial intelligence designed to transform the daily user experience.
Acer Swift Copilot+ PC
Powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, the Swift 14 AI and Swift 16 AI laptops are designed for users who demand high-performance computing with advanced AI capabilities.
Boasting up to 48 trillion operations per second (TOPS) of AI performance, Swift models are equipped with 3K OLED displays that offer excellent color accuracy and up to 29 hours of video playback, making them ideal for work and entertainment on the go.
The devices also come with AI applications designed by Acer that enhance productivity, security and user interaction, providing users with smart features such as biometric security and AI-enhanced video conferencing tools.
Acer TravelMate P6 14 AI
Acer’s TravelMate P6 14 AI stands out as a leader in the ultra-portable category, weighing less than 1kg, while offering powerful performance with Intel Core Ultra processors and up to 48 TOPS of AI capabilities. It is designed specifically for business professionals and executives who require a combination of mobility, performance and security.
The TravelMate P6 14 AI features a 14-inch WQXGA+ or WUXGA display with high brightness and vivid color accuracy, making it ideal for presentations and productivity on the go. It includes a range of advanced security features such as Acer User Sensing, which locks the screen when the user leaves and wakes it up when they return, and a QHD IR camera for secure biometric login. With Wi-Fi 7 and military-grade durability, the TravelMate P6 14 AI is built to withstand the rigors of travel while keeping users connected and secure.
Acer Swift Go 14 AI και Swift 14 AI
The Swift Go 14 AI is powered by the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processor, offering excellent responsiveness and multi-day battery life in an ultra-portable design. It features a 14.5-inch WQXGA IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering vivid graphics and smooth performance.
The Swift 14 AI, on the other hand, is equipped with the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, which leverage the AMD XDNA 2 architecture to deliver up to 50 TOPS of AI processing power. Both laptops include Acer’s suite of artificial intelligence applications on device, such as AcerSense and Acer PurifiedView, designed to improve everyday tasks from productivity to entertainment.
Swift AI models are built to adapt to various user needs with innovative AI-based features such as Live Captions, which translate spoken words from 44 languages in real-time, and Windows Studio Effects, which enhance lighting, focus and appearance during virtual meetings and video calls. Acer’s commitment to AI is further reflected in the exclusive Copilot key, providing quick access to AI tools that optimize workflows and enhance user experiences.
Αsus
ASUS Zenbook S 14
ASUS Zenbook S 14 combines an ultra-slim, durable design with powerful AI-based performance, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and a 14-inch 3K OLED display. With up to 27 hours of battery life, advanced cooling and fast AI computing, it offers a seamless balance of productivity and style.
Lenovo
ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 και Yoga Slim 7i (2024)
The Aura Edition is a new series of notebooks jointly developed between Intel and Lenovo and is incorporated into the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 and Yoga Slim 7i (2024).
First of all, we have four smart functions.
Attention mode allows you to do things like block websites for a period of time. If you have a habit of distracting yourself and checking Facebook or Instagram, you can avoid doing this.
Wellness features will monitor you and tell you to correct your posture.
The shield feature is pretty neat. It can alert you when someone is looking over your shoulder and blurring your screen, and it can automatically connect to a VPN. This feature did not work in the demo as the drivers were not ready.
Finally, there is the collaboration mode, which has features similar to Windows Studio Effects. It can blur your background and such.
Both include Core Ultra Series 2, which Intel previously referred to as Lunar Lake. These are the chips that are meant to beat Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite in both performance and battery life, and they also feature an NPU that will support Copilot+.
ThinkBook 16, IdeaPad 5x 2-σε-1 και IdeaPad Slim 5x
The ThinkBook 16 Gen 7 is aimed at professional users. It’s a 16-inch business laptop that supports Copilot+ and starts at $749, which is pretty much the lowest price for a laptop with these features.
The IdeaPad Slim 5x and 5x 2-in-1 are aimed at consumers. They feature a metal frame, 14-inch OLED screens, and more. The IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 will start at $849, and since it supports Copilot+, that also means you get at least 16GB of RAM.
ThinkPad T14s, ThinkBook 16+ και IdeaPad Slim 5
More variants of ThinkBook 16 and IdeaPad Slim 5 were introduced with AMD Ryzen AI 300 processor. Also, ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 is already in the market with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 and now comes the AMD variant. There’s also an Intel Core Ultra Series 2 model coming. ThinkPad T14s AMD starts at $1,699 and supports Copilot+.
Intel
Core Ultra 200V
Intel made a major announcement with the release of its latest processor, the Intel Core Ultra 200V, based on the Lunar Lake architecture. This new chip marks a pivotal advance for the tech giant as it promises not only improved performance but also vastly superior power efficiency, addressing a key industry trend.
Intel has doubled the number of CPU cores and cache memory, a move designed to improve both processing power and efficiency.
A key feature of the Lunar Lake architecture is the integration of RAM directly into the processor. This design significantly reduces the energy required to transfer data between the CPU and RAM, contributing to the overall power efficiency of the chip. Intel claims that this architectural change allows the Core Ultra 200V to achieve power efficiency levels comparable to Qualcomm, a company traditionally known for its energy-efficient mobile processors.
Beyond the CPU, Intel has made significant strides in improving the GPU (graphics processing unit) and NPU (neural processing unit). The company reports a 58% improvement in AI performance compared to the previous generation, underscoring the growing importance of AI processing in modern computing tasks.
Furthermore, the GPU’s gaming performance is strong enough to compete with top alternatives, which could make the Core Ultra 200V an attractive choice for casual gamers and content creators.
MSI
MSI unveiled its new laptops with the latest Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, combined with NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics, aiming to deliver enhanced AI computing power across a range of models.
The company introduced the Claw 8 AI+ Windows 11 gaming laptop, which is also powered by Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors. The portable device features an 8-inch display designed for a smoother and more expansive laptop gaming experience.
Among the new releases, MSI unveiled the Prestige and Summit series as leaders in the AI+ business and productivity notebook category. These models feature Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, offering up to three times more TOPS compared to their predecessors.
The Prestige series comes with laptops in 13-, 14- and 16-inch sizes. They feature ultra-lightweight bodies, larger batteries, longer battery life, and upgraded 5-megapixel web cameras. The entire Prestige series can deliver up to 20 hours of battery life in video playback and office productivity scenarios. Summit 13 AI+ Evo, another flagship of the business and productivity series, incorporates Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, a lightweight chassis, comprehensive security features and the MSI Pen 2 stylus.
MSI also addresses the gaming and creative segments with the Stealth A16 AI+ and Creator A16 AI+ laptops featuring AMD Ryzen AI processors. These models offer 2.8 times more TOPS than their predecessors and are equipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series graphics, housed in a thin and light magnesium-aluminum alloy frame. The Summit and Prestige series models with AMD Ryzen AI processors are also complemented with exclusive AI-based software such as MSI AI Engine and MSI AI Noise Cancellation Pro.
An additional major announcement was the introduction of the Venture Series laptops, available in 14-, 15.6-, 16- and 17-inch sizes. These models are equipped with Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors and feature 16:10 OLED displays with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage. The Venture series focuses on extended battery life supported by 100W USB-C Power Delivery charging, aimed at supporting productivity for professionals.
Source: techblog.gr
