Lenovo releases AI-optimized video conferencing technology

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, October 14, 2024 – Lenovo Group (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced the launch of Lenovo ThinkSmart Core Gen 2, one of its leading AI-optimized computing devices specifically designed to support video conferencing systems. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra 1 processors with integrated NPU, ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 is ready to handle AI-powered meeting room workloads, delivering exceptional performance for intuitive collaboration and increased productivity, all in a secure and easy-to-use solution.

Lenovo ThinkSmart Core Gen 2

Lenovo’s ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 is one of the first computing devices optimized for artificial intelligence, specifically for video conferencing systems. It enhances the meeting experience, regardless of room size or setup. Combining advanced AI technology with powerful performance, it enables more intuitive collaboration and increased productivity, all in a secure and easy-to-use solution. Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors on the Intel vPro® platform, ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 efficiently handles demanding AI workloads directly on the device, while consuming up to 40% less power than its predecessor.

ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 brings a variety of innovative features to create smarter meeting room technology.

• Intelligent Power – Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors and the Intel vPro® platform, ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 efficiently manages complex AI workloads while reducing power consumption by up to 40%. The unique NPU architecture integrated into Windows 11 IoT accelerates computing tasks and data transfers, optimizes AI performance, and makes operations more efficient, reliable, and secure.
• Intelligent Assistant – With the ability to support Microsoft Teams Rooms or Zoom Rooms on Windows, ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 enriches the collaboration experience through AI features provided by Microsoft Copilot or Zoom AI Companion. These features include fine-tuning of meeting participant frames, automatic voice detection, intelligent name tagging, meeting summaries, and more.
• Purpose-built – A purpose-built built-in cable management system offers the flexibility to lock cables in place or remove them completely, allowing for a more organized and compact setup. Integrated EDID management facilitates enhanced connectivity with room displays. The ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 is tested to operate 24/7/365 non-stop in a wide temperature range (5°C to 40°C). It also withstands the harsh conditions of a server room and features a fanless enclosure that operates quietly, making it invisible behind conference room displays.
• Inherent Flexibility – Leveraging Windows 11 IoT, the ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 provides flexibility in peripheral selection. For easy installation, the smart device is equipped with Lenovo IP Controller or ThinkSmart Controller technology that can be customized to suit a variety of room configurations. For a completely flexible experience, the device allows users to easily connect their laptops when needed and run meetings in BYOD mode, regardless of the UC platform used.

“Smart collaboration continues to advance rapidly with the introduction of AI-powered features,” said Shannon MacKay, General Manager of Lenovo’s Worldwide Smart Collaboration Business. “Customers are looking for greater computing power and flexibility for future-proof meeting spaces that leverage the full range of technology solutions available today and in the future.”