Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3i 2-in-1 Chromebook gets a larger screen

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Lenovo showcased one of its new Chromebooks ahead of CES 2023. It's not as quirky a device as the Lenovo Go Desk Station, but it's still pretty useful. The new IdeaPad Flex 3i 2-in-1 Chromebook gets a larger 16:10 12.2-inch display, which you can use in laptop, tablet, or tent mode. It gets slimmer bezels than last year's Flex 3i Chromebook and seems to be less chunky than that model. 

This new Chromebook runs on the latest Intel N-series processors (N100 or N200), up to 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage. It promises up to12 hours of battery life and offers WiFi 6E connectivity, tuned speakers, and a drop-hinge feature for a more ergonomic typing experience. If you need a webcam, that's an optional addition. The Full HD webcam comes with a physical shutter and designated mute key. You can also get an optional backlit keyboard with this laptop. Lenovo plans to ship the IdeaPad Flex 3i in May 2023 at a starting price of US$350 (around CA$475).

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Lenovo Go Desk Station with Webcam is a do-it-all accessory

Lenovo Go Desk Station with Webcam is a do-it-all accessory

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We always love seeing quirky accessories at CES, and Lenovo has its fair share of unusual gadgets to reveal at the tech show. The newest one is the Go Desk Station with Webcam. The model name doesn't explain much about what this gadget is, but it's basically a webcam, adjustable desk light, Qi wireless charger, and expansion hub in one.

It has the Lenovo GO 4K Pro Webcam, which is available as a standalone camera. This cam is built for video conferencing and high-res streaming with support for up to 4K at 30 frames per second streaming, autofocus, and auto-framing. It even has auto ambient light adjustment. The Go Desk Station attaches to the top of the lamp.

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LG adds Dolby Atmos, wireless TV connections to 2023 soundbars

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Ahead of its CES 2023 appearance, LG also has its new 2023 soundbar lineup coming to the show. The new SC9 and SE6 models both come with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive sound. These soundbars will have a feature called Wow Orchestra. This tool "utilizes every one of the two products’ audio channels to create an expanded soundstage with improved height, depth and power." It's unclear how this translates to real-life use, but it will arrive via a software update post-launch. The two soundbars will also come with Wowcast to make it wirelessly connect to LG TVs over Wi-Fi.

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