New Convertible Laptop Focuses on Productivity and Creative Workflows

Lenovo has officially unveiled the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition (Gen 11) at Mobile World Congress 2026, marking the latest iteration of its flagship convertible laptop. The update emphasizes high-complete versatility, refined ergonomics, and artificial intelligence integration for modern professional environments.

Introducing Canvas Mode for Enhanced Creativity

A key innovation in the Gen 11 model is Canvas Mode, a feature enabled by the bundled Yoga Pen Gen 2 case. When magnetically attached to the device’s A-cover and laid flat on a surface, the case creates a slight incline designed to provide a more natural angle for digital sketching, drawing, and note-taking.

The device also retains the signature 360-degree hinge, allowing users to seamlessly switch between Laptop, Tablet, Tent, and Stand configurations.

Performance and Specifications

As a Copilot+ PC, the Yoga 9i is optimized for AI-integrated tasks within the Windows 11 environment. Key specifications include:

• Processor: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 with integrated graphics
• Memory: Up to 32 GB of RAM
• Display: 14-inch multi-touch screen with a resolution of 2,880 x 1,800 pixels
• Refresh Rate: 120Hz variable refresh rate

Pricing and Availability

The Aura Edition branding signifies a premium tier within Lenovo’s consumer lineup. The Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition Gen 11 is scheduled for release in May 2026, with a starting price of $1,949 in the United States.

Lenovo Expands Consumer Innovations

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“The next generation of creators and gamers expect power, portability, and intelligence to coexist in a single device,” said Jun Ouyang, senior vice president and general manager of the Consumer Segment, Intelligent Devices Group at Lenovo. “That’s why we’re engineering better consumer technology that empowers people wherever they are—from versatile new Yoga and IdeaPad AI laptops and tablets, to transformative hardware concepts like 3D design without peripherals and Legion handheld gaming that scales with your space.”