Step inside the legendary ThinkPad R&D lab in Yokohama, Japan, where Lenovo’s engineering brilliance comes to life. In the ThinkBIG Academy Series, we take you behind the scenes of this innovation hub, home to hundreds of engineers who personify 32 years of ThinkPad’s craftsmanship, groundbreaking innovation, and design.
Episode 1: How User Experience Drives Engineering & Technology Innovation
In this premiere episode, senior story technologist Kevin Beck interviews Tsukamoto-San, Lenovo’s new commercial development chief, who shares exclusive insights into the creation of the new flagship product ThinkPad X9 announced at CES 2025.
This revolutionary laptop blends ThinkPad’s 32-year legacy with AI-driven innovations. From intelligent thermal management and AI-enhanced video conferencing to pioneering camera and speaker technology, the X9 pushes boundaries while honoring ThinkPad’s craftsmanship and precision engineering heritage.
But it’s more than just specs—it’s a laptop built from real customer insights, shaped by engineers solving real-world problems in the heart of Lenovo’s R&D lab.
Experience the innovation, meet the minds behind it, and witness how ThinkPad’s legacy continues to redefine the future of PCs.
