Lenovo Yoga Duet 7i Review: The Lenovo Yoga Duet 7i offers a fantastic design, a pretty 13-inch screen, and that you can use the keyboard separate from the tablet is a very useful feature. However, these two tablets are both worth the look if you’re in the market for a portable slate. However with the debut of iPad OS, Apple has finally brought most of that experience to mobile devices. And one of my current favorite devices is my iPad Pro 11-inch tablet. WebView is engine on iOS. For example, I don’t use Mail, iTunes, Apple Maps, or Apple Photos. Still extremely useful for plenty of day-to-day tasks, but Lenovo is just a little more committed when it comes to keyboard support. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I know that many readers look to Chrome OS tablets and 2-in-1s as Android tablet replacements. 2 2 22. I’ve found some apps don’t work well in landscape mode, iHeartRadio in particular, if in landscape, it doesn’t have any idea which direction to go, if you put it in portrait, it opens right up. This also equates to more run time on a charge in my experience as well. I know this is a niche use-case but, for example, I often use the Chrome Developer Tools or element inspection on some web pages. Whether your dorm roommates are hogging the TV or you just don't feel like getting out of bed, it's reasonable to assume that you'll eventually use either the Chromebook Duet or the iPad to watch movies or TV. Your email address will not be published. Instead, I use Gmail, Google Maps and Google Photos. The same holds true for Apple’s productivity suite for iOS. Lenovo's IdeaPad Duet Chromebook is the little $279 2-in-1 I've been waiting for The tiny Chrome OS detachable two-in-one is a sweet ultraportable work and play companion. It’s just a skin. I think part of this equation isn’t just hardware though. You’re limited to apps compiled for ARM and performance isn’t great. Starting at $279, it comes with both a tablet and a detachable keyboard for any serious work that needs to get done. The IdeaPad Duet is a hybrid Chromebook that arouses a lot of curiosity among enthusiasts of new technologies. Without actually seeing Lenovo’s IdeaPad Duet, I may have been quick to dismiss it as a neat idea, but nothing worth talking about. The 10.2-inch iPad supports a higher resolution of 2160 x 1620 and has 500 nits of screen brightness, for example. Color saturation looks a little better as well to me. I’d call this aspect a … Price and value are key factors as well. So I’m guessing the normal Android apps don’t play well at times. The Duet does too… about half the time. I say “almost the same” because the cost doesn’t include a trackpad, which the Lenovo keyboard does have. I’m not trying to be facetious. That's not exorbitant by tablet standards, but it's almost twice as much as the most expensive Chromebook Duet configuration. In reality not much of one for the audience this device is aimed at. Staring down the Chromebook Duet is Apple's latest entry-level iPad, a 10.2-inch tablet with a full suite of Apple apps and services, and a higher price tag ($329 at bare minimum). Apple’s software is optimized to work with its hardware. To get almost the same experience with the iPad, you’d have to drop a whopping $159 for a first party keyboard, stand and cover. If the iPad wins in the overall performance category, the Duet makes a strong showing when it comes to value thanks to the included accessories. Lenovo has announced new Yoga and IdeaPad detachable 2-in-1 tablets. Your personal preference here could go a long way to determining which tablet is right for you. But after I saw it, I knew that this thing is special. I think that’s overly optimistic because the Android experience on an Android tablet is generally much better than the Android experience on a Chrome OS device. That’s why I look at a prioritized list because that helps me get the device that will most meet my needs. Unfortunately for Lenovo, Apple has it beat with the pricier iPad. I delete it and replace the apps with Google Docs, Sheets, Drive and the like. The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is a miniature, 2-in-1 laptop with nearly 13 hours of battery life, but it has a cramped detachable keyboard. Called the IdeaPad Duet 3i and Yoga Duet 7i, both run Windows 10 and support pen input. There is a problem with Lenovo.You can’t buy it anywhere. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. It’s cheaper than an iPad Pro-Magic Keyboard. ("Nits," by the way, is the unit of measurement for brightness. Lenovo has come close to building the perfect Chromebook with the Duet, but it’s still not the best device for everyone. Lenovo's tablet has a marginally smaller display than the iPad at 10.1 inches, with a 1900 x 1200 resolution and 400 nits of brightness to keep things looking relatively sharp and readable. I write down what I need it to do and what kind of hardware experience I want in a prioritized list of importance. Lenovo’s Chrome OS tablet brightness maxes out at 400 nits. No, you can use an external monitor with the Duet. I’d call this aspect a … The regular iPad doesn't come with the Smart Keyboard attachment, as Apple charges $159 for the privilege of having a keyboard at all. This difference is key to understanding which one is a better purchase for you. Lenovo's Duet Chromebook is exactly that. The fact it's relatively cheap to boot only adds to the appeal. I put those high on my priority list when making my choices. Mashable, Inc. All Rights Reserved. We're using cookies to improve your experience. Getting all of this costs a lot of money. It's just hard to compete with Apple when it comes to performance. But on the software level, whether you're bought into Google's ecosystem or Apple's should factor into your decision. Whether you’re in the midst of the oddest school year of your life or you’re just getting ready to start, you’re going to need a device for your academic activities. Ultimately, I can’t tell you which is better for you, just like you can’t say which is better for me. There are some cheaper third-party options available. This would be for those looking at a tablet more for mobile productivity then for entertainment value, but length of support time seems like an area of some importance.Apple devices definitely remain usable long v after their EoL date, but from what I recall the Duet is looking at 8 years of chrome OS support. Chromebooks, Chrome OS and Chrome tablet news, how tos, views and reviews. If you're scratching your head because you can't figure out which tablet is best for you, allow us to help. While I’m impressed by the 1920 x 1200 resolution display on the 10.1-inch touch screen, I think the iPad display is actually better. Here’s the thing: I didn’t realize it when I got the press release, but this is a Chromebook that I’ve been waiting for. Honestly I have always been a laptop guy and never really thought that the Duet would be a good choice for me however that changed right after I got this from a friend of mine. Is it true that you can’t use an external monitor with the existing USB-C port on the Duet? I am completely surprised that you didn’t mention one thing about Chrome OS’s ability to run Linux programs. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. So the prices are very comparable, as are some of the other hardware features. These two tablets both support digital pen input and it will cost you extra. Aside from that, it does the job admirably. My daughter owns this particular iPad and it’s brighter and clearer to my eyes. You might not think so for the apps you use and I can’t argue with you. One that works great as a tablet but can also handle “real” work like a laptop, typing emails and running desktop programs. Lenovo Chromebook Duet and Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus (Source: Lenovo/Express Photo) It will not be a new thing to say that Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way we approach our work life. On the Lenovo side, we've got a nifty little hybrid laptop/tablet called the Chromebook Duet. Well, unless you don’t need a keyboard or a kickstand, in which case, the two are neck-and-neck. But Android app compatibility is a big concern for me, as I now have quite the Google Play catalogue. Both slates effectively run on smartphone processors and although I found the Duet’s performance adequate, I think Apple has the advantage here. Unfortunately, moment-to-moment performance is one area where Lenovo's enticingly low price rears its head. If it was the “app experience” atop my list, I’d more likely cross over to the iPad world. Unfortunately for Apple, the iPad's advantages aren't enough to offset Lenovo's wins on value and school day functionality. It's not always the speediest machine, but the Chromebook Duet can keep up. The company made an excellent tablet/PC that screams modern design and value at the same time, which puts it neck and neck with Apple’s entry-level $429 iPad. Image: Mashable composite: Apple, Lenovo. Our take By itself, the IdeaPad Duet is an OK tablet for the price. Apple delivers (often over-delivers) the advertised 10 hours of battery life with the iPad. If you already live a life centered around Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, and Google Meet, you'll fit right in here. Much depends on the apps you use on a regular basis. I like that the keyboard cover and active stylus are included. It's a fantastic price point for a tablet that doesn't pack in a ton of processing power but is more than strong enough to act as a daily portal to the internet and word processors. In terms of hardware features, both tablets support styluses like the HP USI stylus for the Duet or the first-gen Apple Pencil for the iPad, but neither comes packed with one in the box. The Lenovo Duet also comes with a removable magnetic fabric backplate that has a kickstand, so you’re getting the whole enchilada with the tablet itself. The iPad might be a better device overall, but for people who need a little laptop that won't get in the way or ruin their day, the Chromebook Duet is tough to beat. Again, there are third-party keyboard accessories available for the iPad that will cost less, but they still cost extra. Its 10.2-inch display is bolstered by a superior 2160 x 1620 resolution and 500 nits of brightness. Lenovo’s Duet works with any USI stylus while the $89 first-generation Apple Pencil is the recommended option for the iPad. It's like the iOS that fuels your iPhone, except for iPads. I think it’s a valid question as the Lenovo Duet Chromebook costs $279 or $299, depending on the internal storage capacity you choose. Lenovo’s latest solution to the iPad is the Chrome OS operating Chromebook Duet If there’s one product class that Apple has ruled the era panorama with out query it’s pills. And the current base model iPad is $329, although if you purchase it through Apple’s Education store, it’s $309. The Chromebook Duet's display easily detaches from its keyboard. Instead of working on desktops at a stagnant workstation, now we have the option of choosing the way we work and the hardware, software we use to do it. For example, if “desktop browser” were my number one feature, I’d lean more towards the Lenovo Duet Chromebook. iPad Pro to Lenovo Chromebook Duet: Five productivity-focused tablets for remote working Tech Desk. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Open too many tabs and it'll probably slow down a bit. And to make the comparison even more challenging, the overall iOS app experience is better to me than that of the Android experience on similar hardware. Meme / Joke. We can't really say the same for the iPad. The keyboard is a little small in order to accommodate the meager size of the tablet itself, so people with larger hands should be prepared to screw up while typing as they get used to it. You also get an included, detachable keyboard. That base iPad? Thankfully, Apple and Lenovo both have some solid options for you. Thankfully, Apple and Lenovo both have some solid options for you. Lenovo's device runs on Chrome OS, like all Chromebooks. Lenovo’s Duet works with any USI stylus while the $89 first-generation Apple Pencil is the recommended option for the iPad. The biggest advantage Apple has in this category, and the reason it has to win, is SIM support. Both may be tablets with fully functional keyboard accessories, but their differences outweigh their similarities. As I mentioned in my review, the Duet always feels like it's hovering at or slightly below the speed limit without ever kicking things into high gear. True, but I don’t think the Duet is going to provide that much benefit by running Linux for most users. Additionally, this site participates in various affiliate programs and may earn a small commmission on sales through any product links. The best part for me is the detachable keyboard and the fact that with its purchase one gets 100GB data, which is crazy impressive. However, the resolution and frame rate is limited compared to Intel powered Chromebooks. Learn how your comment data is processed. I use Safari on my iPad Pro and many of the browser limitations I used to run into are no more. Posted by 10 months ago. The screen is brighter and sharper than the Chromebook Duet, and Apple always makes sure its devices have quick and breezy performance. I didn’t plan on these devices (they were both bought on sale), but I’m happy with the combination. Just a scant 32 GB of local storage and if you want to step it up, you’re looking at a $100 premium. However, I definitely prefer the Chrome OS browser experience, mainly due to extensions and other features that iPad still doesn’t deliver on. The iPad can connect to cellular networks if you're willing to pay at least $459 for it. And if you just want basic no-frills browsing that doesn’t require many web extensions (and has a really good Reader Mode), the iPad will definitely do. I tried it and it works. Chromebase, Chromebook, Chromebox, Chrome OS, Pixel Slate and Pixelbook are all registered trademarks of Google. I love web browsing on the CT100 without the limitations of Android Chrome, but there are some Android apps I just prefer to use on the Fire 10. If I’m not mistaken Apple for better or worse allows other browsers but they must use the same browser engine as safari. Lenovo's tablet has a marginally smaller display than the iPad at 10.1 inches, with a 1900 x 1200 resolution and 400 nits of brightness to keep things looking relatively sharp and readable. It's (slightly) bigger, sharper, and brighter. There are plenty of small differences between these two tablets, but Lenovo and Apple have one major breaking point as it pertains to our comparison: The Chromebook Duet is meant to be used as a laptop, while the iPad can be used as one. . SIM support is also clutch, especially on a campus, but the price jump might be too much for some students to handle. Lenovo Chromebook Duet is a cheap iPad killer — and it comes with a keyboard By Richard Priday 30 April 2020 The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is a great $300 value, and is launching in … Lenovo dunks all over Apple when it comes to value. I’d say if you haven’t used Safari for iPad OS yet, you might be surprised to see how much better it is on a tablet. The iPad has lengthy been the default pill advice for the general public. I’d call this aspect a wash in general.Credit: Apple. Is there any way to check this before buying? Lenovo has maintained a strong portfolio of traditional laptops, but it also wants to tackle the growing budget Windows tablet segment that is currently commanded by the Surface Go 2. It does boot up in under eight seconds as Lenovo promises, and battery life is great. The Chromebook Duet is a largely excellent little device, with a battery promising 10 hours of use that should get you through a whole work or school day before it needs to be charged again. And if your budget tops out at $300 or so, the clear value proposition is with the Lenovo Duet Chromebook. The biggest advantage to using a 3rd party browser is probably going to be if you use device sync for bookmarks, passwords, etc. Sold at a relatively low price, it is both a Chromebook and an Android tablet. The IdeaPad Duet 3i is an attempt in that direction, focusing more on aesthetics and usability with the … I also use multiple Chromebooks now but also have an Ubuntu laptop with both Windows 10 and macOS available through virtual machines. After all, why get a tablet if not to take advantage of its bigger screen compared to a phone? Until recently, if a desktop browsing experience was what you wanted, the iPad wouldn’t even be a consideration. The app compatibility differs I think in that the Duet has an ARM processor.I get a newer version of Android Skype on the Duet than on my Intel Chromebook.I was just looking for the wemo app – if it’s the belkin app, it shows up as compatible (but I didn’t install it). It's all built-in, and if you log in with your Google account, everything you have in cloud storage will be immediately accessible. The Chromebook Duet and 10.2-inch iPad are different products that serve slightly different audiences. As far as Android app compatibility, the general rule is if an app isn’t available or compatible in a particular mode, that limitation applies universally to all devices in/with that mode unfortunately. Off the top of my head, I know I can’t install the Wemo app on my Acer. Specifically, the Chromebook Duet comes packaged with a keyboard that attaches magnetically and includes a trackpad for mouse movement. Instead, I go back to how I pick a device. (ProTip #2: Although you’re supposed to be a student or the parent of a student to buy devices through the Apple Education store, anyone can actually use it.). The relatively old A10 Fusion chip inside the basic iPad means it won't be on par with the newer iPad Pro, but the general smoothness that you get with any modern Apple product puts the iPad over the top in this category. Lenovo Duet Chromebook, now that my review of this 10.1-inch Chrome OS tablet, you can be a very happy Chromebook and Google apps user with an iPhone, The new budget HP Chromebook 11a launches at $219, already on sale for $169, Project Crostini to get Google Drive, Team Drives, Computer sharing with Linux on Chromebooks, Join me for the live Google I/O 2019 keynote with commentary on Chromebook news, Samsung Chromebook Plus v2 gets an updated Intel processor and lower res screen for $499, Google acquires Neverware, the company that brings Chrome OS to older laptops with CloudReady. The Lenovo Duet has thinner bezels, but they are still thicker than what you’d find on something like the iPad Pro. Mashable, MashBash and Mashable House are among the federally registered trademarks of Ziff Davis, LLC and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. At least not yet. It’s smooth, steady and fast. That along seems like it would be a huge advantage over an iPad, and therefore a real missed opportunity! Lenovo Chromebook Duet battery – Even better than the iPad. ©2020 If you didn't know that before, you learned something new today. FYI, Apple doesn’t allow apps to use 3rd party rendering engines. What this means is you shouldn’t see any performance differences between say Chrome or Safari but you may see different features or addins. The Chromebook Duet can get you a lot more storage, and a totally usable keyboard and trackpad for much less money. Nice write-up. Into that space and that reality Lenovo has launched the mostly-excellent Flex 5 Chromebook (full review coming very soon) and Duet tablet at prices that are staggering. Other than that I love the duet. I’d still prefer having one tablet that does everything I want, but that’s just not possible right now. Those are pretty decent screen specs for a sub-$300 device. The Duet isn't right for everyone. The obvious answer here is: It depends. Lenovo Duet Chromebook vs Apple iPad. Let's just admit the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet is better than the Google pixel slate. It's also truly affordable, giving users plenty of versatility without bankrupting them. The current iPad uses an Apple designed A10 processor, which is a few years old but I find it to have more snappiness overall. When it comes to which one has better battery life the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has the better battery life now the Chromebook Duet did take about 3 hours and 20 minutes to charge completely versus 4 hours on the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, so it’s actually pretty similar on charging times but if you want the tablet with better battery life then you should definitely go with the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. Features of The Lenovo Ideapad Duet Regarding the desktop browser, I routinely use Microsoft Edge(chromium based) on my iPads. ... something you'll find on the Surface Go and iPad. Powered by its own proprietary technology, Mashable is the go-to source for tech, digital culture and entertainment content for its dedicated and influential audience around the globe. Its $329 starting price is pretty great for an Apple tablet, but that's just for the 32GB version with no extra features. Lenovo Chromebook Duet review: Best small 2-in-1 Chromebook around. It's worth noting that a Chromebook can multitask, too. Does the Duet have the same limitations? AboutChromebooks.com is not affiliated with Google. So, you’re in the market for a cheap, crazy-portable machine. Whether you're in the midst of the oddest school year of your life or you're just getting ready to start, you're going to need a device for your academic activities. Since these are both tablets, let’s look at what you’ll be looking at the most: The screens. Apple's basic iPad is a worthy contender by most standards, too. I was actually considering that iPad until I saw that my most used Android app (Series Guide) is not available on iOS.I currently have an Acer Chromebook R13, but in tablet mode, I’ve noticed many apps are not compatible with the device. The two most promising devices in this niche, at least ones under $500, are Microsoft’s latest Surface Go tablet and Lenovo’s new IdeaPad Chromebook Duet. Lenovo's keyboard has a built-in trackpad, but Apple's does not. I like it for that type of usage but when it comes to productivity and work, I’m a Chrome OS user first and foremost. In this regard, the Chromebook Duet and iPad are fairly similar, but one just barely takes the top prize. But even so, the Duet makes for a functional and quite usable tablet, and I can see it taking over some minutes from my iPad. Yeah, if there’s a specific app (or apps) you need that can heavily influence the purchase decision. That’s a big advantage and a likely reason that even a slower (on-paper) iPad chip running iPad OS could be more responsive than Chrome OS with a similar, yet faster, processor. I have no complaints over the performance of the device. That keyboard, by the way, doesn't have a built-in trackpad. This approach gives me perspective on the pros and cons of the entire space. on something other than Safari. That’s not to say the new MediaTek processor in the Lenovo Duet Chromebook is bad: I noted that it generally behaves similar to an Intel Celeron or perhaps a Pentium, in usage. Close. That said, I’ve pointed out before than you can be a very happy Chromebook and Google apps user with an iPhone; the same holds true if you have an iPad. The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is one of the only Chromebooks I’ve ever used that knows what it is. Apple Pencil support is a nice bonus of iPad ownership. Congratulations!). I’d like to add one more area of comparison for consideration. There are some cheaper third-party options available. Lenovo’s Duet works with any USI stylus while the $89 first-generation Apple Pencil is the recommended option for the iPad. Lenovo, at least in this case, didn't do that. On the Lenovo side, we’ve got a nifty … is a global, multi-platform media and entertainment company. WATCH: Apple has a lot of new products, so we ranked them. I noted the specifics in my review. For starters, the Duet has 64 or 128 GB of storage, as I previously noted. And that thought hit me as I was packing up the Lenovo Duet Chromebook, now that my review of this 10.1-inch Chrome OS tablet is done. In fact, I typically don’t use any of Apple’s native apps on my iOS devices. So yes, on paper, it’s a benefit. It's a Google operating system, meaning you'll use Chrome and Google's related suite of apps for everything. Yes, it’s a bit cramped but it works fairly well. On paper, the Duet comes out ahead in some cases while the iPad tops it in others. The Chromebook Duet comes in two configurations, a 64GB model for $279 and a 128GB model for $299. A long-time Android tablet user, I’m considering making the jump to Chromebooks and the Duet has caught my eye (assuming it eventually gets released here in the UK). That's huge, especially on a campus where WiFi might not always be ideal. Required fields are marked *. That’s not happening on your iPad with Safari. This means that Edge and every other browser on an ios device uses the same buit-in webkit that Safari is using and they just provide a skin around it. Neither tablet has a memory card slot so neither has the advantage of expandable storage in that particular regard. Instead of turning the iPad into a laptop, it turns the iPad into a tablet with a keyboard. That is a big plus, and something that iPads just don’t do. It really depends on how you use the device since the processors are often optimized for specific tasks such as video decoding. There are some cheaper third-party options available. In simpler terms, sometimes Apple charges a little bit too much for things. Lenovo's offering is weaker as a pure tablet, but Chrome OS and a packed-in keyboard and trackpad turn it into a decent little schoolwork machine that you can slip into a small bag. You can absolutely use it for daily web browsing or school tasks without encountering huge problems, but it never quite feels buttery smooth. For under $300, you don’t just get a Chrome OS tablet. Which tablet is right for you? (ProTip: If you do buy the Duet, it’s well worth the extra $20 to go from 64 to 128 GB of storage). We like Apple products around here, but even the most devoted Apple-head has to acknowledge that you pay a premium to get the company's hardware. I didn’t even know Edge was available for iOS! Wow. I just purchased an iPadOS capable iPad so I need to try the new Safari features. I think you’d need to contact the app developers to find out. I’ve owned or used multiple phones from various brands and platforms ranging from Windows Mobile to Palm OS, Apple iOS and of course, Google Android. The Logitech combo touch for the iPad 10.2 is a better alternative to the first party keyboard. Of course, we don’t pick a device based on one key feature. 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