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How to Install ClockworkMod Recovery on the Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet

How to Install ClockworkMod Recovery on the Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet

Things have been looking good for the Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet. Not only is it now possible to root the device, but ClockworkMod Recovery has also been ported over to the Honeycomb device. With a big thanks to jcase at the XDA-Developers forum, porting ClockworkMod Recovery should be the door of opportunity for future custom kernels and ROMs. ClockworkMod Recovery, more commonly known as CWM, is a custom recovery for Android phones and tablets that allows users to perform several advanced recovery, restoration, installation and maintenance operations on an Android device that aren’t possible with stock recovery. Developed by Koush, the …

Lenovo K800 Spotted at CES 2012

Lenovo K800 Spotted at CES 2012

With the recently concluded CES 2012 event, we’re still having a pretty good hangover on the products that caught our attention. One of which, is the new Lenovo K800. We particularly liked this device because it was unlike the others who ran on dual or even quad-core processors. Even though the Lenovo K800 has a single-core chip, it is still the very first Android device to operate using the new Atom Z2460 chip by Intel, clocked at 1.6GHz. Other features of the phone include a 4.5-inch 720p display, 8MP camera with 1080p video recorder, and a front-facing camera. The phone …

Lenovo S2 Tablet: Hands On with Video

Lenovo S2 Tablet: Hands On with Video

Here we are again, with pictures of Lenovo’s Android-powered S2 tablet. This is Lenovo’s first Android-powered tablet, and earlier we brought you a hands-on of Lenovo’s first Android-powered smartphone. It looks pretty good, and for those of you who may have missed the announcement earlier this week we have the specs listed below for you. 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8960 dual-core Processor Lenovo’s Mondrian custom version of Android 4.0 – Ice Cream Sandwich 10.1-inch 1280×800 IPS Display 1GB RAM 16GB/32GB/64GB Internal Storage Wifi and 3G Connectivity micro USB, micro SD, Micro HDMI ports 5MP rear camera and 1.3MP front facing camera Integrated …

Lenovo S2 Smartphone: Hands-On

Lenovo S2 Smartphone: Hands-On

Now it’s time to give Lenovo the spotlight. We were able to get some time with Lenovo as they showed off their S2 Smartphone and S2 Tablet yesterday, and we have plenty of pictures for you. Lenovo announced early Monday morning – for those of us on the east coast, their S2 Android lineup which at this point consists of a smartphone and a tablet. This is Lenovo’s first step into the Android system, at least that the public knows about. So let’s get straight into it, before we get to the best part – the pictures of course – …

Lenovo Announces Android TV Running on Ice Cream Sandwich OS

Lenovo Announces Android TV Running on Ice Cream Sandwich OS

Lenovo has announced that they will be launching the very first TV based on Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system in the world.  Unfortunately, the TV set will be initially sold in China only. The TV is available in two versions: 42” and 50”, they are not using the TV software of Google because it was still based on an earlier Android version called Honeycomb. With the CES 2012 just a day away, the K91 Smart TV is all set for its public launch in Las Vegas. Along with other TV sets in its range, Lenovo will be joining the …

Lenovo S2 Smartphone Unveiled

Lenovo S2 Smartphone Unveiled

During tonight’s CES unveiled event, Lenovo gave people a sneak peek into their new smartphone, the Lenovo S2. While it still does not run the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, its specs made up for the unit. The Gingerbread based phone had rounded curves, a stand-out from the common rectangular shape of similar all black Android units. It has a 3.8-inch display screen with 800x480px resolution that gives an impressive brightness and clarity. It has a clean layout which allows shortcuts from frequently used apps to be pinned on the home screen. On Android Gingerbread, the S2 has a …

CES 2012: Lenovo announces the IdeaPad S2 10 Tablet and S2 Smartphone

CES 2012: Lenovo announces the IdeaPad S2 10 Tablet and S2 Smartphone

Earlier today we gave you a hands-on with Lenovo’s new IdeaPad tablet, that is running Android 4.0. Well Lenovo also announced a S2 smartphone to go along with that tablet. The S2 10 tablet is weighing in at a little less then 1.5 pounds, and just to refresh your memory here are the specs: 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8960 dual-core Processor Lenovo’s Mondrian custom version of Android 4.0 – Ice Cream Sandwich 10.1-inch 1280×800 IPS Display 1GB RAM 16GB/32GB/64GB Internal Storage Wifi and 3G Connectivity micro USB, micro SD, Micro HDMI ports 5MP rear camera and 1.3MP front facing camera Integrated keyboard …

Hands-On With the Lenovo IdeaTab K2010 [K2] Tablet – Tegra 3, IPS HD Display & More [VIDEO]

Hands-On With the Lenovo IdeaTab K2010 [K2] Tablet – Tegra 3, IPS HD Display & More [VIDEO]

We’re reporting live here from Las Vegas, at CES 2012! Lots of exciting things are coming up, and here’s our take on Lenovo’s latest tablet – with Tegra 3 and an HD display on board. I just had a hands on with Lenovo’s IdeaTap K2 Android Tablet, and I do have to say it is one fine piece of hardware. The IdeaTab is sporting a Tegra 3 processor,  a full HD 1920 x1200 IPS display, dual speakers, and a 8 Megapixel camera. On the outside it is sporting a faux brushed metal back cover, HDMI out, Micro USB, full USB, data …

Wintel Tablet PC Coming in Q3 2012

Wintel Tablet PC Coming in Q3 2012

According to some sources, first-tier PC manufacturers Acer and Lenovo are all set to release tablet PCs. What makes these tablet devices special is that they have been on the success of both platforms, Microsoft Windows 8 and Intel Clover Trail. The target launch of these new devices is set to be on the Q3 of 2012. “Intel is set to unveil its Medfield processor, designed specifically for Android-based smartphones and tablet PCs, in the first half of 2012. But as Medfield is eclipsed by ARM-based processors in terms of performance and power saving, PC players are putting more hope on …

Lenovo, ZTE, Coolpad, TCL and Konka Form Alliance against Apple and Other Possible Patent Infringement Cases

Lenovo, ZTE, Coolpad, TCL and Konka Form Alliance against Apple and Other Possible Patent Infringement Cases

In lieu of the patent infringement lawsuits filed by Apple, a strong number of Chinese handset manufacturers have formed an alliance to counter the attack. This group includes key players in Chinese handset vendors such as Lenovo, ZTE, Coolpad, TCL and Konka. Apart from Apple, this union also serves as preparation for any future lawsuit that will be presented against them by other international manufacturers including Nokia and Microsoft. During Q3 of 2011, the shipment of smartphones has totaled 24 million in China. This led the Asian country to outperform the United States. As such, they have become the largest …

Lenovo Releases the LePad S2007 and LePad S2010

Lenovo Releases the LePad S2007 and LePad S2010

  In addition to their brand new 5 inch tablet (LePad S2005), Lenovo has just released the LePad S2007 and LePad S2010. As you can probably tell by their names, the tablets will be 5″, 7″, and 10″ respectively. If you read our previous article on tablet rumors, you might be expecting that the 10″ version will have features such as NVIDIA’s Tegra 3 T33, 2GB of speedy 1,600MHz DDR3 RAM, and Ice Cream Sandwich. For what it’s worth, Lenovo has all but let us down with the release of these tablets. For more information on the 5 inch tablet (LePad …

Lenovo Announces LePad S2005 – China’s Newest 5-inch Tablet

Lenovo Announces LePad S2005 – China’s Newest 5-inch Tablet

If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you can remember that it was not long ago that we were feeding you rumors about Lenovo’s 5 inch tablet/smartphone. We are proud to say that Lenovo has officially released the LePad S2005. Equipped with an Android 2.3.5, a 5-inch 800 x 480 LTPS display with 178-degree viewing angle, a Qualcomm dual-core 1.2GHz chip, 1GB RAM, a five megapixel camera with 1080p video on the back, a 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera, a 1,680mAh battery, a micro-USB port, micro-HDMI port and HSPA+ radio, Lenovo has definitely done a good job of shoving …

Lenovo Developing 5-inch Android Tablet / Smartphone

Lenovo Developing 5-inch Android Tablet / Smartphone

Photos of a 5-inch device from Lenovo have been spotted circulating the Internet lately.  Tech site Engadget claims to have received the photos from an anonymous tipster. From the looks of it, this device is promising. The sleek form factor accentuated with the orange strip around the edges radiates elegance. The front facing camera and the tiny dent right beside it suggest that this device is really a smartphone not just a tablet.Specs have not been disclosed yet, so we can’t really tell if this is really an Android smartphone or just a 5-inch Android tablet. Engadget had mentioned that …

Lenovo is Reportedly Producing Out An Ice Cream Sandwich Tablet

Lenovo is Reportedly Producing Out An Ice Cream Sandwich Tablet

It seems that everyone except Apple has made an Android tablet now. And just one is not enough, manufacturers have gone to great lengths to make multiple versions, and Lenovo is no exception. Clocking in with 3 Android Tablets on the market today, ranging from $229 to $499, Lenovo hopes that the fourth will be the charm.

IdeaPad A1 Now on Sale

ideapad a1

There are powerful Android tablets out in various gadget retail shops today but their price tags will likely be starting at $400. If you can’t make your budget stretch that far or can’t find any remnants of the HP Touchpad, you don’t have to despair because Lenovo just slashed the price on their IdeaPad A1 practically by half. This Android tablet can now be had for $199 via online purchase from their website. Back when the company was probably quite optimistic about an early adoption, the IdeaPad A1 was being sold at $349. Lenovo correctly changed tactics and made affordability …

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