On Monday, Google introduced the latest addition to its Chromebook lineup — the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 — alongside a suite of new AI-powered features designed to boost productivity.
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 Highlights
At its core, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 features the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor, paired with an NPU delivering up to 50 TOPS for smooth AI performance. It promises long battery life of up to 17 hours and debuts Dolby Atmos in the Chromebook Plus series, alongside an OLED display and fingerprint scanner.
Quick specifications: Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14
- Display: 14″ OLED, 1920×1200 (WUXGA), 60Hz, 400 nits, touch screen
- Processor: MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910, 8-core, 3.62GHz boost, 12MB L3 cache
- Storage: 256GB UFS
- Memory: 16GB LPDDR5X, 8533MHz
- Graphics: ARM Mali-G52 (integrated)
- OS: Chrome OS
- Connectivity: 1x USB-A 3.2, 2x USB-C 3.2 (DisplayPort 1.0), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, headphone/mic jack
- Battery: 4-cell lithium-polymer, up to 12 hours, 65W USB-C
- Camera: 5MP front-facing, built-in mic
- Audio: 2x 2W speakers, Dolby Atmos
- Features: Backlit keyboard, Google Assistant, Android apps, aluminum casing
- Dimensions: 12.37″ x 8.63″ x 0.62″, 2.75 lbs
- Certifications: ENERGY STAR, EPEAT Gold
- Warranty: 1-year parts & labor
- Color: Seashell
Exclusive AI-Powered Software Features
- Smart Grouping: Automatically organizes open tabs and documents into task-based groups, simplifying multitasking across projects.
- AI Image Editing: Built into the Gallery app, the tool lets you remove backgrounds and turn images into stickers with one click.
- Custom Wallpapers: Unique Jupiter-themed wallpapers developed with NASA showcase auroras during various times of the day.
New AI Tools for All Chromebook Plus Models
Google is also rolling out new AI functionalities across all Chromebook Plus devices, directly integrated into ChromeOS:
- Select to Search with Lens: Quickly identify objects on screen, such as clothing items, and access related shopping options or info without leaving the page.
- Text Capture: Extract editable text from images like receipts or recipes, with the option to auto-fill calendar events or create digital shopping lists.
- Quick Insert Key: Generate AI images or add photos and emojis instantly into documents and presentations.
- Help Me Read: Simplifies complex text for easier understanding, going beyond mere summaries.
- Google AI Pro Plan: Chromebook Plus buyers get 12 months of access to enhanced AI tools like Gemini in Gmail and Docs, plus 2TB cloud storage and NotebookLM for streamlined research and writing help.
- Desktop-Optimized Apps: Gamers can enjoy Netflix’s “Squid Game: Unleashed” optimized for Chromebook screens and controls. Photo editors can try Luminar, a top AI editing app, free for three months with purchase.
Pricing and Availability
You can get the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 for USD 749 (Rs. 64,555 approx.) on Best Buy or Lenovo.com, as the new features begin rolling out.