Lenovo Thinkpad Twist video demo

CHINESE COMPUTER MAKER Lenovo unveiled a convertible Windows 8 business laptop on Wednesday and The INQUIRER went to an event in London to see it in action.

Targeting the business audience, the Thinkpad Twist can be used as a full performance ultrabook. The top can also be twisted to convert it into a tablet. It can also be used in different modes such as "Stand" for work collaboration via the multi-touch screen.

Running Windows 8 Pro, the Thinkpad Twist has up to an Intel Core I7 processor with a 12.5in IPS display, optional 3G connectivity, and a 500GB HDD or 128GB SSD storage.

Lenovo said the Thinkpad Twist will be available from business partners from mid-November with pricing from £809 to £979. µ