TL;DR
- Lenovo has announced the Tab Plus Gen 2, featuring a JBL nine-unit speaker system with Dolby Atmos and a built-in Bluetooth speaker mode.
- The tablet pairs its media-focused audio with a 12.1-inch 2.5K display, Dolby Vision support, and a rotating kickstand designed for flexible viewing.
- Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400, the Tab Plus Gen 2 packs a 10,200mAh battery and starts at $399.99, launching in select global markets soon.
Many Android tablets today are trying to be productivity machines, packing in features that blur the line between a tablet and a laptop. Lenovo’s new Tab Plus Gen 2 takes a slightly different route by putting entertainment at the heart of the experience.
The first thing Lenovo is going all-in on is the audio. The Tab Plus Gen 2 packs a JBL nine-unit speaker system with Dolby Atmos support, which is a pretty ambitious setup for a tablet. While most tablets sound good enough for casual viewing, Lenovo is positioning this one as a device that can deliver a more immersive experience when you’re watching movies, catching up on YouTube, or listening to music.
Interestingly, the tablet can also double as a Bluetooth speaker. Instead of playing music directly from the tablet, you can stream audio from your phone and use the Tab Plus Gen 2 much like you would a standalone wireless speaker. This could come in handy if you don’t want separate devices for entertainment around the house.
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The display is equally geared toward media consumption. Lenovo has equipped the tablet with a 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD panel that supports Dolby Vision and HDR10. Combined with a high-brightness mode that reaches 800 nits, the screen should remain comfortable to use whether you’re watching videos indoors or catching up on a show near a bright window.
One of the more practical features is its rotating kickstand. It lets you prop the tablet up in both landscape and portrait orientations without needing a separate case or accessory. Whether you’re following a recipe while cooking, scrolling through social media, attending a video call, or watching your favorite comfort show in bed, the stand makes it easy to find a viewing angle that works.
And when you’re not actively using it, Lenovo’s standby mode turns the tablet into a digital photo frame. This gives the device a purpose instead of simply leaving it on a table.
Under the hood, the Tab Plus Gen 2 is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 7400 processor and backed by a 10,200mAh battery. Lenovo claims it can deliver up to 15 hours of YouTube streaming on a single charge, while 45W fast charging should help reduce downtime when the battery eventually runs low.
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is set to launch in select global markets soon with a starting price of $399.99. While many tablets try to be productivity machines first, Lenovo’s latest offering feels focused on being an entertainment device that can handle all the fun parts.
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