Lenovo ThinkPad Helix

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:75

Uk has collected 136 expert reviews for Lenovo ThinkPad Helix and the average expert rating is 75 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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pcauthority.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:60

L enovo's ThinkPad range has been hugely successful in the business world, thanks to their combination of reliability, performance and corporate-focused features. The Helix aims to deliver these three attributes in the format of a 2in1 convertible tablet...

Some great points, but price and base are a supreme let-down...

goodgearguide.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:80

To put it simply, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix 2 is an 11.6in Windows 8-based tablet that ships with a keyboard base so that you can get some work done. It's a product that's different to many of the Windows 2-in-1 devices that populate the market, primarily...

Silent operation, WACOM digitiser and pen, Full HD screen, Built-in ports...
Build quality a little creaky, Standard keyboard dock doesn't actively hold the tablet in place, restricting laptop use...

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pocket-lint.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:0

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix name isn't a brand new concept, with the first model unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in 2013. But fast-forward some 20 months to the Intel Developers Forum 2014 and the second generation model has shown face. And it loo...

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Theinquirer.net

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:0

Taking on the Microsoft Surface tablets and Samsung Ativ series of hybrids, the Thinkpad Helix offers businesses an all-in-one tablet that is also an ultrabook...

alphr.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

The two-in-one device is hardly a new concept, yet the 2014 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is still an exciting device. The reason it's exciting is not because of the stunningly slim dimensions of the new device (we'll come to that later), but instead the technolo...

With a slimmer figure and Intel's exciting new Core M technology inside, the 2014 Lenovo ThinkPad Helix should give the Surface Pro 3 a good run for its money...

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itproportal.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:90

The tablet has changed the computing landscape, and although it's seen as a consumer device, more and more people have been using them for work, which has caused potential issues as iOS and Android are not easily integrated into a Windows-based infrastruc...

Decent performance for a hybrid, Excellent design with few compromises, Great battery life, Impressive keyboard, Digitiser pen included...
It's expensive...
The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is almost the perfect hybrid. It is equally at home as an Ultrabook as it is as a tablet, with just a few niggles to mar the perfection, in particular the lack of an SD card slot, and the location of both USB 3.0 ports on the do...

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itnews.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

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With the body of an 11.6-inch tablet, the heart of an ultrabook and a nifty keyboard dock, the Helix is Lenovo's vision of a hybrid that's destined for the boardroom.At first glance, there's no mistaking the Helix for anything but a traditional ThinkPad...

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bit.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:67

As a premium brand laptop-and-tablet convertible, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix was unlike many other laptops we'd seen when it first arrived - click here to see our impressions . Also below is a review which was published earlier by PC & Tech Authority maga...

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix makes a convincing case for the business hybrid laptop, but it's too expensive for a device that still has room for improvement. Read the review.PerformanceFeatures & DesignBattery LifeOverallSpecs$2640 AUD(pricing info)...

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crn.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

While most Windows 8 hybrids have sought to capture everyone's attention, Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is happy to appeal to a more select audience: it's the first one to take aim at the business user. With the body of an 11.6-inch tablet, the heart of an Ultr...

Lenovo keeps its focus firmly fixed on the enterprise while adding stylistic flourishes that wouldn't look out of place in the consumer space...

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digitalone.com.sg

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:60

The ThinkPad Helix has a hybrid design with four different usage modes – laptop, tablet, stand and tablet+. To enable these modes, the Helix employs what Lenovo calls a “rip and flip” design. Starting with the Helix as a clamshell laptop, you can detac...

expertreviews.co.uk

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:60

For the most part, its smooth, soft-touch chassis and rounded corners retain the exceptional build quality we've come to expect from Lenovo's ThinkPad range. We found hardly any flex in the rear panel of the tablet and it's both light and comfortable to h...

A highly capable tablet that runs the full version of Windows 8, but it's far too expensive...

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apcmag.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:60

And don't despair, it has the specs you crave: a Core i7-3667U processor that can run up to 3.1GHz, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. With an 11.6-inch screen it's aimed at those who are always on the go, yet it still sports a Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 resolution...

Powerful, great battery Life, HD screen...
Very expensive, small screen, no keyboard backlight...

theaustralian.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Lenovo has managed to build a name for itself when it comes to rock solid enterprise grade laptops ever since it acquired the ThinkPad name from IBM back in 2005. An acquisition that has propelled the Chinese tech company to become the no.1 PC brand in th...

alphr.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:67

While most Windows 8 hybrids have sought to capture everyone's attention, Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is happy to appeal to a more select audience: it's the first one to take aim at the business user. With the body of an 11.6in tablet, the heart of an Ultrabo...

Lenovo asserts its mastery of the Windows 8 hybrid with the ThinkPad Helix, but it comes at a cost...

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theregister.co.uk

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

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Has the marque lost its focus? These days there is a huge range of options from HDD to SSD, slimlime or slab-like - yet all for a price premium. Apparently, Intel wants Haswell models to wake from sleep in three seconds , so how cheaper HDD models will co...

Being a Core i7 machine it's definitely a fast mover but it does get quite warm even with modest demands. But then again, we've been having a bit of a heatwave here in Blighty so environmental conditions are not exactly the norm. As convertibles go though...

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itpro.co.uk

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

With Apple tablets flying off the shelves at breakneck speeds and PC shipments continuing to fall off a cliff, OEMs are trying desperately to come up with unique form factors to attract users. Lenovo is one of a long line of vendors hoping to generate ca...

Great keyboard; Pinsharp display; Battery in the display and keyboard...
Top heavy and prone to tip while on lap; Expensive when compared with more desirable rival machines...
One of the best Windows 8 hybrids on the market, but it comes at a high price. The ThinkPad Helix performs provides good performance with the x86 architecture without sacrificing battery life. Coupled with the excellent keyboard from the trusted ThinkPad...

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itreviews.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix ($1,679) is a portable Windows system for a demanding set of users. If your business absolutely needs Windows 7/8 compatibility, but your users are a motley crew who wants the best of tablets and the best of laptops, then the Thi...

One of the better detachable hybrid tablets on the market, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix gives the corporate IT buyer a great option for their highly mobile workforce...

techsmart.co.za

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Lenovo lists its ThinkPad Helix as a tablet, but that might just be a bit misleading. Docked in its keyboard it is actually a full strength, fully capable notebook.As with most ThinkPads, you can take the Helix ultrabook to a bar fight. It is built like a...

Fully capable as a tablet or as an ultrabook, very good keyboard dock, powerful processor and lots of RAM...
Tablet gets very hot, ports inconvenient at the back, expensive solution...

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uk.hardware.info

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

There's plenty of choice nowadays if you want a new notebook or hybrid tablet. Lenovo, for example, has the light-weight Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 and exotic products like the ThinkPad Twist with its rotating display and the flexible Yoga . Today we will...

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is an interessanting convertible. The performance is good, and the keyboard dock works great. However, the Helix is just too expensive. The version we tested costs a whopping 1,780 euros. There is some room for improvement as...

v3.co.uk

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is a hybrid tablet that combines a Windows 8 slate device with a keyboard dock that effectively turns it into an ultrabook. The combination works better than many other hybrid tablets we have seen, making the ThinkPad Helix a valid...

Can be used as tablet or touch-enabled laptop, long battery life, good security features, high quality build...
Relatively heavy, expensive, few I/O ports, integrated battery in both tablet and keyboard dock...
Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is a strong rival for Microsoft's Surface Pro, and can successfully be used as either a tablet or laptop. However, in laptop mode it is rather heavy for an ultrabook, while the system is also pricey. Enterprise buyers will find ple...

techradar.com/au/

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:70

Hey business travelers, if you found a magic lamp in the overhead compartment on your next flight, what would you wish for? Unlimited frequent flyer miles? Free first class upgrades for life? Leg room the length of a bowling lane? Or maybe you'd dream big...

Solid keyboard, Versatile design, Wide 1080p display perfect for movies, Strong battery life...
Tablet has awkward form factor and recessed switches, Unintuitive, finicky touchpad, Ugly dock, Top heavy and tippy, Expensive...
In terms of functionality, the ThinkPad Helix is one of the best convertible ultrabooks out there. It's decently powerful, has capable battery life and a keyboard that can actually get some typing done. It also has a 1080p display that's perfect for unwi...

thunderbaylive.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Lisa Gade reviews the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Windows 8 transformer style hybrid tablet. This is an 11.6″ Intel Core i5 Ivy Bridge tablet with Intel HD 4000 graphics. The tablet has a full HD IPS display with 400 nits brightness and it weighs 1.8 lbs. It co...

bit.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Thanks to tablet computers we no longer have to drag around laptops to show a presentation or flip through some documents in a meeting. But an iPad is not exactly our first choice when we need to sit down at a computer for hours at a time. If we're typi...

Now on sale in Australia, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is unlike many laptops we've used before. Here are our first impressions.OverallSpecs$2199 AUD(pricing info)...

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goodgearguide.com.au

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (model 3698-3tm) is one of the best examples of a Windows 8 tablet that can also be used capably as a Windows 8 laptop. The tablet part of the product is excellent in its own right, but when you add the keyboard dock to it, th...

Bright and vibrant screen, Excellent keyboard dock, Versatile...
Design is a little cumbersome, Gets very hot under heavy processing load...
Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is one of the best hybrid products on the market. Its tablet is fast and features an excellent screen, while its keyboard is comfortable and very well built. Some drawbacks are that it gets very hot under load and the mechanical de...

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pcworld.co.nz

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix (model 3698-3tm) is one of the best examples of a Windows 8 tablet that can also be used capably as a Windows 8 laptop. The tablet part of the product is excellent in its own right, but when you add the keyboard dock to it, the H...

Bright and vibrant screen, Excellent keyboard dock, Versatile...
Design is a little cumbersome, Gets very hot under heavy processing load...
At around $2600, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is not a cheap hybrid, and most of us who have become spoiled by ultra-cheap laptops might balk at the price. However, it's a high quality product that offers responsive performance, in addition to a user comfort...

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trustedreviews.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

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The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is a hybrid Windows 8 laptop-tablet in the traditional ThinkPad vein. It's robust, it's functional and it certainly won't come cheap. However, this $1500 11.6-inch hybrid offers greater flexibility than some of the competition. L...

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix feels like a hybrid roadwarrior. It's reasonably light, especially in its class, offers great build quality and careful attention to detail in its construction. It may not be a beauty, but it's one of the better full Windows 8 hy...

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techradar.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

At CES 2013 , we witnessed the birth of the premium convertible laptop. Meet Lenovo's Thinkpad Helix. A convertible ultrabook with multitouch support, its versatile base stand provides more than just a keyboard and a few spare USB ports. The name may reca...

Versatile, Light, HD display, 3G/4G support, Windows 8 touch support...
Expensive, prices start at $1499...
In terms of functionality, the ThinkPad Helix is one of the best convertible ultrabooks out there. It's decently powerful, has capable battery life and a keyboard that can actually get some typing done. It also has a 1080p display that's perfect for unwin...

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techadvisor.co.uk

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:60

Lenovo has announced its ThinkPad Helix, a Windows 8 convertible laptop and tablet Ultrabook and we’ve had a quick play on the device here at CES. The firm said the ThinkPad Helix has a 'rip and flip' design and called it the 'ultimate Windows 8 conve...

Apart from its high price tag we like the versatile design of the ThinkPad helix and the top-end specifications. Stay tuned for a full review...

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nasilemaktech.com

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2016-11-22 01:41:40

Average rating:40

Ever since the design of 2-in-1 devices came out, everyone had been crazy. We saw quite a few of other detachable devices before, and now it's time for the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Ultrabook – a business-oriented tablet-PC device.Before we begin, there are a...

The Helix is surely Lenovo's first approach to detachable tablet PCs – and I give them credit for trying to even incorporate the Yoga vibes to the ThinkPad series, conceiving the Helix.There is just a ridiculous amount of dissatisfactions and discomforts...

hardwarezone.com.ph

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2016-11-22 01:41:41

Average rating:0

At CES 2013, Lenovo is showing off its Thinkpad Helix , an 11.6-inch, touchscreen, full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, Windows 8 hybrid PC. Similar to Microsoft's Surface Pro and Samsung's Ativ Pro hybrid PCs, the Helix utilizes a keyboard docking stati...

The Lenovo Helix isn't cheap but it looks set to be the best hybrid PC for business users.At US$1499 the Helix is certainly not cheap, however, its robust build, full HD display, decent connectivity, multiple form factor functionality and full enterprise...

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hardwarezone.com.my

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2016-11-22 01:41:41

Average rating:0

At CES 2013, Lenovo is showing off its ThinkPad Helix, a 11.6-inch, full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, Windows 8, touchscreen hybrid PC. Similar to Microsoft's Surface Pro and Samsung's ATIV Pro hybrid PCs, the Helix utilizes a keyboard docking station...

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macnn.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:80

Technology is becoming hazier and hazier every day. There's tablets, phablets, notebooks, netbooks, laptops, desktops, all promising to do different things. But what if you're torn. What if you want something portable but full-featured? Then you might be...

Palm rejection allows for easy writing/drawing, Multiple ways to dock the tablet to the keyboard, Wonderfully designed keyboard makes extended use easy...
Intel M processor limits what programs can be used, Heavy for a convertable, which means that extended use in tablet/tabletmode becomes tiresome, Trackpad could be far better designed on the Ultrabook Pro keyboard, and the trackpoint isn't needed...

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notebookcheck.net

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:84

If you decide to buy a ThinkPad you want a solid and reliable working device – it does not have to follow every trend and modern styling. Appreciating proven things does, however, not necessarily mean to ignore innovations. Around one and a half year ago...

Full size USB 3.0, LTE modem, Numerous docking solutions, Digitizer included, Full-fledged keyboard, Bright, high-contrast display, Good application performance, Fanless, Low temperature development, 3-year warranty...
Stability and build quality can be improved, Small touchpad, No maintainability or upgradeability, Display hinges and additional battery only in combination with Pro-keyboard, High price...
Lenovo ThinkPad Helix 2 With the ThinkPad Helix 2 , Lenovo consequently improved the basic ideas of the first generation : Tablet and business notebook – combined in a single device. This required a lot of compromises with the hardware from two years ago...

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techspot.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:16

Average rating:60

It was more than two years ago that Lenovo launched the promising ThinkPad Helix, a detachable tablet-laptop hybrid that offered decent performance, lengthy battery life, and a slew of useful business-centric features. The ability to use the Helix as eith...

Handy features include stylus support, fullsized USB, and LTE. Decent display and battery life.
Bundled keyboard dock is very substandard. Tablet performance gets unnecessarily throttled down when removed from dock. Boring, bland design.
I like the concept behind the ThinkPad Helix: a powerful, portable, business-oriented tablet with a reasonably large display that can be easily converted into a laptop on the go. With features like a fingerprint scanner and stylus, it's meant to present a...

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engadget.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:76

It's been six months since Lenovo launched the ThinkPad Helix at CES, but during that time we've never really stopped talking about it. Every time we've reviewed a comparable product -- a small-ish PC that could be used in some sort of tablet mode -- we'v...

Long battery life, Inventive, versatile form factor, Sturdy, comfortable keyboard, Bright display with great viewing angles...
Some awkward design elements, Expensive considering the last-gen components...
The Helix is the most innovative Windows 8 tablet hybrid yet, with dual batteries, a bright display and a comfy keyboard to match. Still, it's expensive, especially considering it ships with last-gen CPUs...

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cadalyst.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

If you pay even a small bit of attention to the tech world, you've probably heard a lot of talk about tablets lately. Research organizations trumpet the death of the PC, while other market experts counter that nothing could be further from the t...

maximumpc.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:70

What do you call a device that can be either a laptop or a tablet, or even a few additional novel form factors in between? A Lenovo ThinkPad Helix , that's what—which, as the name implies, is a hybrid with a twist.Here's how it works: In laptop form, the...

Versatile, nice IPS screen, good battery life for a laptop.
Laptop makes too many compromises, tablet battery is limited...

zdnet.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

Convertible Windows 8 devices come in a variety of designs: Dell's XPS 12 incorporates a revolving screen to offer a tablet-style working environment. Sony has its VAIO Duo 11 with a slide-down lid that puts the screen outermost. Lenovo has its own ThinkP...

Long battery life when docked, Good keyboard, Solid...
Moderate battery life on tablet, Short on connectors, Relatively heavy, Expensive, Ethernet via USB dongle, No SD card reader...
The ThinkPad Helix is a excellent Windows 8 tablet/ultrabook hybrid. Its well-designed keyboard docking mechanism works better than the folding, sliding ideas that others have used, in our opinion. Build quality is typically solid, and the specification w...

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about.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is a unique Windows 8 laptop, with versatile configurations (Ultrabook laptop, detachable tablet, fold-over tablet, and "rip and flip"), plus a number of excellent features for the mobile professional or road warrior. This one's a...

infoworld.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:82

"Convertible" Ultrabooks -- full-fledged laptops that can also function as touch-driven tablets -- have become something of a commodity these days, so my attention goes to the manufacturers who can do something flashy and new with the idea. Enter Lenovo's...

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networkworld.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Fast, functional Windows 8 laptop-tablet lets you detach for tablet use or dock with the display facing in or out"Convertible" Ultrabooks -- full-fledged laptops that can also function as touch-driven tablets -- have become something of a commodity these...

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wired.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:30

Like it or not, tablets are the future. Lenovo's latest, the ThinkPad Helix , is not likely to be a part of it. Here's why.Following on a string of successes with convertible PC designs — including the swell IdeaPad Yoga — Lenovo has now taken aim at the...

Performs well if graphics aren't on the menu. Keyboard is outstanding on a unit this size...
Wildly overpriced. Designed by lunatics. Docking system is a complicated and homely mess. Runs blazing hot, bring gauze...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix is nothing if not versatile. This 11.6-inch Windows 8 Pro touchscreen tablet can operate as such, dock to a razor-thin keyboard to become a dual-battery notebook PC, and then flip with acrobatic ease to become a desktop presenter.T...

Can operate as a touchscreen notebook or a Windows 8 tablet, Solid-state drive speeds up frequently performed operations, Dual-battery arrangement delivers up to 6.5 hours of battery life...
Subpar audio, High-res screen can make small type difficult to read, Pricey considering its 11.6-inch display...
Able to serve as a laptop or a Windows 8 touchscreen tablet, the ThinkPad Helix is pleasingly versatile—but it's also very expensive...

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mashable.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

The future of computing is in question. Smartphones and tablets are taking over. They're thinner, lighter, cheaper, have longer battery life, and most importantly they're simple . Bill Gates may have been a decade early with the tablet computer, but now t...

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hothardware.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Convertible laptops and ultrabooks had a big presence at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES). At CES, Lenovo revealed its ThinkPad Helix which it marketed as having a "groundbreaking 'rip and flip' design" that enables this 11.6-inch ultrabook...

One of the best convertible designs we’ve seen, Excellent battery life with keyboard dock, 1920x1080 IPS display...
Price, No SD card reader, No HDMI...
The idea of combining a Windows 8 tablet with a keyboard dock to create an ultrabook isn’t completely new, but we feel Lenovo did a good job at implementing this concept with the ThinkPad Helix. We also appreciate the fact that you can turn the tablet...

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computershopper.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:60

We've seen Lenovo explore the different ways a laptop can morph into a tablet with a screen that spins 180 degrees (the ThinkPad Twist ) and a screen that folds back 360 degrees (the IdeaPad Yoga and Yoga 11S ). The new ThinkPad Helix features a screen or...

Comfortable keyboard, Good battery life, when attached to keyboard base, Touch pad is tuned for Windows 8, Supports touch-screen and pen-based input...
Expensive, No SD card slot, 3rd Generation, not "Haswell," processor, Awkward vent location...
As one of the few 11.6-inch, detachable ultrabook/tablets on the market, it's too bad the Helix lacks a 4th Gen Intel CPU and an SD slot. But it's saved by a fantastic keyboard and a touch pad and stylus good for Windows 8. Read More…...

pcmag.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix ($1,679) is a portable Windows system for a demanding set of users. If your business absolutely needs Windows 7/8 compatibility, but your users are a motley crew who wants the best of tablets and the best of laptops, then the Thi...

Detachable screen gives users extra portability when needed. Decent battery life with keyboard dock. Innovative, sturdy hinge and docking connector. Dual pointing devices plus touch screen. Comes with stylus and onboard stylus storage. Keyboard dock has m...
Some fan noise. Tablet has only USB 2.0 port. Hinge is locked when tablet out of dock. Pricey...
One of the better detachable hybrid tablets on the market, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix gives the corporate IT buyer a prime option for their highly mobile workforce. This could be the best choice if you need both laptop and tablet functionality...

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booredatwork.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

The First time we saw the Helix was over 6 months ago at CES 2013. Finally this interesting Lenovo product has hit the market. The ThinkPad Helix is a Hybrid Tablet / laptop device that comes with Lenovo 's new glass ClickPad keyboard, 10-point multi-touc...

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slashgear.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Lenovo has big plans with Windows 8, convertible laptops and Ultrabooks, and more but one that caught our eye at CES was the ThinkPad Helix. With a fancy design, versatility, and an 11.6-inch 1080p display it’s quite the device. After a few delays the...

If you’ve been eying something like the Surface Pro, the Helix is a much better choice. It delivers tons of options, better battery life, and a keyboard that is actually useful in a way that you’ll feel comfortable. The ThinkPad Helix really does a lo...

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mobiletechreview.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:70

twitter: @lisagade) It's been a long wait, but the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is finally here! Honestly, I think companies would do better if they didn't announce really hot new products a half year before they're available (Asus is also guilty of this)...

Good performance, sharp full HD IPS display, Wacom digitizer with pen, works equally as well as a tablet or laptop, very good keyboard...
Uses outgoing 3rd gen Intel Core Ivy Bridge rather than Haswell CPUs, very expensive (though prices seem to be dropping). No SD card slot. Fan skirt tends to catch on laptop bags when inserted...
The Lenovo ThinkPad Helix is a versatile, powerful and well built transformer tablet-Ultrabook. It has the computing performance to handle Adobe Photoshop, software development, RAW photo editing and more and the Wacom digitizer with pen sets it apart...

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Digitaltrends.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:80

Since the official launch of Windows 8 last fall, we've seen more convertible PCs in more form factors than we'd care to count. But for comfortable use as a laptop, and a relatively lightweight tablet when you don't need the keyboard, the traditional clam...

Remarkably versatile design, Great ThinkPad keyboard, Comfortable touchpad, Long battery life with keyboard dock...
Heavy, Tablet alone has short battery life, Tablet gets hot under heavy load, Limited port selection: No VGA port or SD card slot, Keyboard not backlit...
With the Helix, Lenovo delivers perhaps the best-designed and versatile Windows 8 convertible we've seen yet. Thanks to an excellent keyboard and a well-executed touchpad, it works great as a laptop. It's a bit hefty as a tablet, but the 1080p IPS scree...

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mobilephonereviewss.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

That's not a death sentence for the lovely Helix, since Haswell isn't appreciably faster than Ivy Bridge, but Haswell does bring battery life improvements. Happily the ThinkPad Helix fights back with respectable battery life of 5 hours for the tablet and...

notebookcheck.net

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:86

Laptop, tablet and everything in between - and all of that in just one device: That is what Lenovo promises. On a first glance, this concept may hardly seem revolutionary, as Lenovo has been producing convertibles such as the ThinkPad X230T for years...

Excellent build quality, Versatile, Great Full HD display, Long battery life, Low noise emissions, Good application performance, Integrated UMTS modem...
Very hot under full load, Just 4 GB of RAM, Limited expandability, High price...

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Laptopmag.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:70

For business travelers, every ounce counts. So why bother packing a tablet and notebook when you can just bring along one device? That's the line of thinking Lenovo is using with its new 11.6-inch ThinkPad Helix, a Windows 8 laptop-tablet hybrid that prom...

Easy to convert from notebook to tablet mode, Long battery life, Gorgeous 1080p display, Excellent keyboard...
Expensive, Runs hot, Volume buttons too recessed...
Lenovo's ThinkPad Helix offers a versatile convertible design, full HD touch screen and impressive battery life, but costs a pretty penny...

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theverge.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:65

Through all the chaos, the Lenovo ThinkPad Helix somehow stood out. The detachable tablet / laptop hybrid had it all: full-powered Windows 8 with an impressive spec sheet, two batteries that together promised huge longevity, and the possibility of using o...

Solid performance as both tablet and laptop, Great battery life, Great keyboard...
Ugly, unpolished design, Awkward hinge, High-res display can be a problem, Really expensive...

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zdnet.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Windows 8 is built for hybrids, those computers that can be used as both a laptop and tablet. There are all kinds of hybrids, many from the folks at Lenovo. The Chinese company has released a hybrid for its ThinkPad line and has crammed every feature insi...

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techworld.com

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2016-11-10 05:29:17

Average rating:0

Lenovo has announced its ThinkPad Helix, a Windows 8 convertible laptop and tablet Ultrabook and we’ve had a quick play on the device here at CES.The firm said the ThinkPad Helix has a 'rip and flip' design and called it the 'ultimate Windows 8 conver...

Apart from its high price tag we like the versatile design of the ThinkPad helix and the top-end specifications for business users...

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