Lenovo’s latest rugged tablet does what most Android tablets won’t: Removable battery

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• Lenovo has announced the ThinkTab X11 and Idea Tab Pro Gen 2.
• The ThinkTab X11 is a rugged Android tablet with an easily removable battery.
• The Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 offers a 3.5K PureSight Pro display with Dolby Vision and a JBL quad‑speaker system with Dolby Atmos.
• The ThinkTab will cost $499, while the Idea Tab is priced at $419.

ThinkTab X11

Lenovo’s ThinkTab X11 is a rugged tablet built for industrial environments. It runs Android and features a snap‑off back panel that allows screwless, tool‑free battery removal. The tablet also includes a battery‑less mode for fixed, vehicle‑mounted, or shift‑based use.

• Durability: MIL‑STD‑810H certification and IP68 rating.
• Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3.
• Connectivity: NFC support, dual USB‑C ports (simultaneous charging and peripherals).

Idea Tab Pro Gen 2

A year after the original Idea Tab Pro, Lenovo introduces the second‑generation model, the first tablet to feature Lenovo Qira, an AI‑driven ambient intelligence assistant.

AI Features

• Smarter Reader: Note‑taking with the Tab Pen Plus, automatic summarization, and integration with Lenovo’s Notepad and AI Notes.
• Live transcription: Capture lectures and conversations in real time.
• Smart AI input: A dedicated Smart Key on the 2‑in‑1 keyboard enables quick text generation and translation via natural language prompts.

Hardware

• Display: 13‑inch 3.5K PureSight Pro with Dolby Vision; optional matte anti‑glare version with constant contrast.
• Audio: JBL quad‑speaker system with Dolby Atmos.
• Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Mobile.
• Battery: 10,200 mAh with 45 W charging.

Availability

• Idea Tab Pro Gen 2: Launches July 2026 in Luna Grey, Cloud Grey, and Jelly Mint for $419.
• ThinkTab X11: Commercial tablet slated for Q2 2026 with a price of $499.