Starting with Steam Deck, which greatly opened the market for UMPC (Ultra-Mobile Personal Computer), there is a constant battle for supremacy. They have their own strategies, technologies, and symbolism and are presenting them in various ways. From startup brands doing business starting with UMPC to global conglomerates that are familiar to even people who are not particularly interested in hardware. Of course, manufacturers will struggle, but this is actually good because consumers will have more choices.
It is extremely easy to carry in line with the concept of a portable game console, and has a pretty design for use anytime, anywhere. Individual preferences should certainly be respected, but there are things that must be taken into consideration, such as not being a cheap product. If food is concerned with the country of origin, hardware is often considered ‘brand’. Or, they may be eagerly waiting for news about a specific brand. And there is no happier time as a hardware fan than when a consumer’s wish comes true.
Such is the case with the emergence of ‘LENOVO Legion Go (hereinafter referred to as Legion Go)’. In response to various types of UMPC news, there was a lot of discussion among domestic consumers, or even users who were very interested in UMPC, asking, “Isn’t Lenovo releasing it?” Due to the product characteristics of UMPC, which is literally like a small PC, many people expected it to be made by Lenovo, which makes high-quality laptops. And on November 1st, domestic pre-orders began, and some buyers will have received the product as early as yesterday, November 10th.
On November 7th and 8th, Lenovo held a new product event in Singapore for media and influencers from the Asia Pacific region. Inven also participated in the event and introduced and directly products the Lenovo Legion Go, AR wearable accessories ‘Legion Glasses’, and the gaming laptop ‘Lenovo Legion 9i’, which adopts the world’s first independent water cooling system. I experienced it.
▶ Meet Lenovo’s UMPC, ‘Region Go’ in Singapore! Go to photo news
I thought I had experienced it for quite some time with explanations from Lenovo experts on site, but it was a shame to turn around. With so many people from all over the world gathered, it was impossible to keep holding on. As if these sad and earnest feelings resonated with me, I was able to return home with Lenovo Legion Go and Legion Glass in my hands just before boarding the plane back to Korea.
I decided to wait for more reviews and content later, but posted it right away because I wanted to open it and play a game or two right away. We have prepared a simple product unboxing of Legion Go and Legion Glass with photos.
Lenovo Legion Go product details (click to view)
▲ When I hold the UMPC, I turn on ‘Hextech Mayhem’ to warm up. Lenovo Legion Go gameplay video
▲ ‘Lenovo Legion Go’ and ‘Lenovo Legion Glass’ came across the ocean
▲ Let’s start with Region Go.
▲ UMPC case and charger are included.
▲ A huge 8.8-inch screen welcomes you, differentiating it from typical UMPCs.
▲ The circular plastic next to it is a dedicated stand used to convert the controller into a mouse.
▲ USC-C type portable charger
▲ Below is the exterior of the main body.
▲ There is a stable stand on the back of the product.
▲ Trackpad and controller UI
▲ There is a huge air vent on top of the stand.
▲ A convenient groove for unfolding the stand is slightly visible.
▲ What a stand.
▲ The body can be tilted up to 90 degrees
▲ We will show you below why it is tilted to 90 degrees.
▲ When tilted 90 degrees, the screen angle is as follows.
▲ This is what it looks like when seen from the back
▲ This is the top of the product. Power / Headphone Microphone Combo / MicroSD Card Slot / USB-C 4.0 Terminal / Volume Control Button
▲ This is the bottom of the product. FPS mode switch and mouse sensor / USB-C 4.0 terminal
▲ That transparent place… doesn’t it look like you’ve seen it somewhere? Please flip your mouse over
▲ This is the part that made UMPC users happy. The controller is detachable like a Nintendo Switch.
▲ This means that it can be used like a mini tablet without a controller.
▲ Called ‘FPS mode’, to use the controller like a mouse.
▲ Connect the mouse stand to the right controller. It’s slightly magnetic so it sticks well.
▲ This works as a mouse. I was really surprised at first too
▲ Now, while Legion Go is charging, let’s take a look at another ingenious product.
▲ Lenovo’s AR wearable glasses, ‘Lenovo Legion Glass’.
▲ The product consists of an accessory box, main product, and user manual.
▲ The accessory box contains nose pads/glasses sleeves/glasses cleaner/lens frames of different sizes.
▲ If you wear glasses, you must have your lenses adjusted according to the sample at an optical store in order to see the screen.
▲ Appearance of the main body
▲ By adopting a USB-C type connection, it can be connected to all C terminal compatible devices, including Region Go.
▲ You can see the Lenovo logo on the side.
▲ The thick lens is in place.
▲ If you wear glasses, choose lenses that suit your prescription.
▲ Can be used by attaching to region glass
▲ In consideration of long-time wearers, glasses sleeves and rubber temples are included.
▲ Charging complete! Let’s take a closer look
▲ When the power is turned on, the LED on the Lenovo Legion logo at the top lights up.
▲ 8.8 inches, QHD + 144Hz. Small but powerful display performance
▲ Unlike other UMPCs that require a lot of fingerprints for initial program installation, Region Go was easy to set up in FPS mode.
▲ While detaching the controller, I found out that it supports pivot mode. This is why the stand tilts up to 90 degrees.
▲ Powerful performance with AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor + 16GB 7500Mhz LPDDR5X onboard memory!
▲ It’s a shame to end with an unboxing of the exterior, so I’ll give it a quick roll. Set QWER on each left direction key and
▲ Place F (flashing) on a LB that is easy to reach.
▲ I set D (ignition) to Y1, where my ring finger touches.
▲ The test was conducted in user mode to avoid becoming a victim of the ravine.
▲ I gave it to a fellow reporter. “Hey, Reporter Baek, how do I play LoL on such a low and small screen?”
▲ “Ugh??? This works??” A fellow reporter’s surprised expression as he penetrates the dark tint of the region glass.
▲ I guess looking up while wearing region glass is passive.
▲ You may look like a strange person on the subway, but if you are happy, that’s okay.
▲ We will come back with a full-scale product review later.
▲ You can use a mouse too! League of Legends gameplay video enjoyed in FPS mode on Lenovo Legion Go