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Lenovo has a history of experimental dual-screen laptops. The current range includes the ThinkPad X1 Fold‘s flexible, folding OLED display and ThinkBook Plus Twist‘s has an extra e-ink screen on the screen. Looking further back, 2009’s ThinkPad W700ds had a slide-out second display.
The Yoga Book 9i builds on these ideas to deliver a versatile, functional 2-in-1 that packs maximum display real estate into a 13.3in chassis. It’s a fascinating device, albeit not one many people should buy right now. Here’s our full review.
DESIGN
The Yoga Book 9i’s exterior looks just like regular Yoga Slim 9i (just Yoga 9i in North America) when unfolded, with the only exception being an eye-catching blue option. It’s a refreshing change from the usual black, grey or silver.
A combination of brushed aluminium and chrome edging make for a very premium look and feel. The curvature of the device gives the device an unusual aesthetic, but also makes it more comfortable to hold.
As soon as you open the Yoga Book 9i, though, things get a bit weird. Dual displays mean both the top and bottom halves of the device are screens. Both support touch and have a glossy finish, making it a real magnet for fingerprint smudges and other dirt.
