© Lenovo / NECLenovo and NEC have just unveiled a mini PC concept that demonstrates the effectiveness of Nintendo’s approach with the Switch.
Part of the LaVie range, which is a joint venture between the two companies, LaVie Mini is a small laptop with an 8-inch touch screen, 1920 x 1200 pixels and an 11th generation Intel processor with Xe graphics.
Judging by the images shown, this system, in case it hits the market, will not provide the most comfortable typing experience, but the goal here is to vindicate the Holy Grail of consumer convergence: a laptop a portable gaming system .
© Lenovo / NECLenovo and NEC not only feature this system with removable drivers that are loaded on the sides of the main unit, but they have also shown a docking station that can output a 4K signal to your TV or monitor. However, like so many of these concepts, there is a problem; even without the drivers connected to the LaVie Mini, it tilts the balance to 1.28 pounds. The Switch, with the Joy-Con connected, weighs 0.88 pounds.
Given that many other attempts at this kind of thing have failed or failed past the concept stage, it remains to be seen if the LaVie Mini becomes a solid reality. Whatever happens, it’s even more of a claim for Nintendo’s unique approach to its latest gaming system. If you can’t beat them, join them.
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