By Kevin Lee
Introduction
The ThinkPad name is a staple in the workstation world, but with the tablets quickly taking their place as business machines, laptops need to evolve. The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is a clear cut example of how much more capable and flexible a hybrid machine can be over a traditional notebook.
Lenovo has long produced its excellent line of Yoga machines, and first brought the Yoga design ID to the ThinkPad line in late 2013 with favorable but mixed results. Today, this 14-inch hybrid machine pretty much checks off all the marks for a solid 14-inch work laptop, including Lenovo’s signature “Lift ‘n’ Lock”, Accutype keyboard and trackpad, along with a vibrant 1080p screen.
The ThinkPad Yoga 14 sounds like a win-win for productivity and play, but during my testing, revealed a major manufacturing flaw. Worse off is that, based on some brief research, the issue more common than it should be. But more on that later – let’s discuss this business rig’s look and feel first.
Design
The ThinkPad Yoga 14 is made with a mix of Lenovo styling as well as elements inherited from ThinkPad machines. For instance, the lid is made with a solid piece of magnesium, while the remainder …read more
Source: techradar.com – PC and Mac
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