Lenovo is reimagining the future of laptops
Lenovo, the world’s largest PC manufacturer, has once again sparked excitement with its latest concept devices. At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, the company showcased two futuristic laptops — one with a foldable screen and another with solar-powered capabilities.
These devices are still in the concept stage, but Lenovo has a track record of turning imaginative ideas into real products. The company previously introduced a rollable laptop concept, which will soon be available for purchase. This raises hopes that these new concepts might also become a reality in the near future.
The foldable screen laptop: A new way to use displays
Lenovo introduced the ThinkBook ‘flip’ concept, a laptop with an 18-inch foldable screen. The screen can be folded in half, creating two separate displays — one on the front and another on the back. This design allows users to switch between a large screen and a dual-display setup for multitasking.
When fully folded, the laptop transforms into a tablet-like device, making it highly versatile. While foldable screens are common in smartphones, this technology is still rare in laptops. Lenovo will need to refine the durability of the display before bringing it to market, but the concept is a glimpse into the future of portable computing.
Solar-powered laptop: Sustainable computing on the go
The second concept, the Lenovo Yoga Solar PC, takes an eco-friendly approach. The laptop features solar panels on the back, designed to absorb ambient light to generate extra battery life.
Even though the laptop still charges traditionally, the solar panels can provide an additional hour of usage after a full workday. This could be a game-changer for professionals who work remotely or travel frequently, ensuring that they have extra power when a charging point isn’t available.
Are these concepts the future of laptops?
Lenovo has a strong reputation for introducing cutting-edge designs, and these new concepts demonstrate its commitment to innovation. While both devices require further refinement, they offer a glimpse into the future of laptops — foldable screens for flexibility and solar power for sustainability.
If Lenovo successfully brings these ideas to the market, it could change how we use laptops in everyday life. For now, these concepts highlight the direction the PC industry is heading, blending futuristic technology with practical usability.
