Lenovo‘s innovations extend to a bold new ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 3 All-in-One (AIO) with advanced individual and group collaboration features, and a redesigned Tiny-in-One (TIO) called TIO Flex that reimagines the modular AIO business desktop that we introduced to the world back in 2014.
ThinkCentre – Future of Desktop is Flexible and Adaptable
At first glance, the new ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 3 is a regular update to our premium AIO business desktop. However, the new M90a introduces new features that elevate the product into an intelligent productive and collaborative PC. Powered by 12th Gen Intel Core processors up to i9 on Intel’s Q670 platform with vPro technology, it features a 23.8-inch QHD display, up to 64GB DDR5 and plenty of storage options and IO ports. Unusually for an AIO, it also includes HMDI 2.0 and DisplayPort outputs allowing the connection of a second display and a full-function stand including 90-degree pivot capability. It’s the integration of conferencing and security technologies however that set it apart:
- As standard, the M90a Pro Gen 3 features a tiltable camera with dual-array microphones and two 3-watt speakers for individual video conferencing
- An optional conference call base brings collaboration to life. Quad-array microphones with 360-degree far field pickup using AI noise suppression technology and four Harman developed speakers transform the M90a into a group conferencing PC. The Microsoft Teams optimized device with integrated USB Type-C cable could also be connected to a compatible laptop converting any space into adhoc meeting rooms
- M90a Pro Gen 3 also has optional Human Presence Detection enabled by Intel® Context Sensing Technology so the system will wake on a user’s approach and automatically lock when they walk away
- Neural noise cancellation via Intel® GNA to diminish background noises when collaborating
- M90a Pro Gen 3 built for business on the 12th Gen Intel vPro platform with the performance and modern features users want along with security, manageability, and stability IT can trust
In many ways, Lenovo reinvigorated the desktop industry in 2014 with the introduction of the first-generation modular Tiny-in-One PC2. With the introduction of the new TIO Flex, we have focused on a complete customer value proposition that reduces complexity for office and remote workers. Providing high flexibility with support for the last four generations of Tiny desktops and new monitor options up to 27-inch, Flex offers simple upgrade paths with separate refresh possibility of both desktop and display. Modularity comes in three parts:
- TIO Flex Stand, a single solution for all compatible Tiny desktops and ThinkVision displays
- Optional ThinkCentre Tiny desktop. The TIO Flex Stand supports Tiny Gen 4 through Gen 8
- Optional ThinkVision T series monitors with 22-inch, 24-inch and 27-inch displays9 with or without VoIP capability
- In addition, an optional VESA standard 100×100 mounting bracket will be available to support other monitors
TIO Flex is easy to deploy, easy to service and now offers a flexible and intuitive upgrade path that future-proofs investment.
Pricing and Availability
- ThinkCentre M90a Gen 3 Pro will be available from May 2022, with an expected starting price of $1,299
- TIO Flex will be available from June 2022, with an expected starting price for the stand only of $49.99
