Lenovo is set to release a unique laptop designed for presentations and mobile work: the ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist. This device, reminiscent of Lenovo’s 2012 ThinkPad Twist, distinguishes itself through motorized screen rotation driven by AI. Unlike previous iterations, the Gen 7 Auto Twist uses its built-in camera to track the user’s movements, automatically adjusting the display angle – similar to Apple’s Center Stage feature, but in physical form.
AI-Powered Rotation and Companion Mode
The laptop’s core function is to rotate its screen to maintain visibility during meetings or presentations. Lenovo showcased the device at CES 2026, where it was observed tracking the user’s position smoothly and quietly. Beyond functional tracking, the Gen 7 Auto Twist includes a quirky “companion mode,” where the screen displays large, animated eyes, responding to voice commands (though testing was limited by the noisy environment).
Specifications and Release Details
The Gen 7 Auto Twist is not positioned as a high-performance machine; it weighs just over 3 pounds and runs on Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors. Its 14-inch 2.8K OLED display offers sharpness but has moderate brightness (500 nits), making it ideal for indoor use. The laptop will be commercially available in June 2026, starting at $1,650.
Beyond the Twist: Lenovo’s Rollable Concepts
The Auto Twist is just one of several experimental designs Lenovo presented at CES 2026. The company also showed off the ThinkPad Rollable XD, with a vertically expanding screen, and the Legion Pro Rollable, a gaming laptop with a horizontally extending display. While commercial release dates for these rollable devices remain unconfirmed, Lenovo’s history suggests they could become reality in the coming years.
The Gen 7 Auto Twist represents a novel approach to mobile presentations, blending AI functionality with a physical design element that addresses a common workplace need. Its release confirms that Lenovo is willing to push beyond conventional laptop designs, even if those designs include an unexpectedly expressive screen.
