Elliptic Labs Introduces AI Sensors in Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Laptops

2025-01-09 smart

Oslo, Thursday, 9 January 2025.
Elliptic Labs has launched AI Virtual Tap and Human Presence Sensors in Lenovo’s ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition, enhancing device interaction and security with advanced AI technology.

Breakthrough in AI Sensor Technology

On January 8, 2025, Elliptic Labs marked a significant advancement in laptop technology with the introduction of two groundbreaking AI-powered sensors for Lenovo’s premium ThinkPad lineup [1]. The AI Virtual Tap Sensor™ and AI Virtual Human Presence Sensor™ are being integrated into both the 14-inch and 15-inch variants of the ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition laptops [1][2]. This launch represents a continuation of Elliptic Labs’ expansion in the computer hardware sector, where they have already established a significant presence with over 500 million devices utilizing their technology globally [3].

Smart Features and Enhanced Security

The new AI Virtual Tap Sensor enables innovative features like Smart Share, facilitating seamless photo transfer between smartphones and laptops [1]. Meanwhile, the AI Virtual Human Presence Sensor enhances device security and energy efficiency by automatically detecting user presence [1]. These software-based solutions eliminate the need for traditional hardware sensors, reducing both production costs and supply chain risks [4]. The technology builds upon Elliptic Labs’ successful implementation in previous models, including the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition, which was the first production laptop to feature multiple AI Virtual Smart Sensors [1].

Strategic Market Expansion

This launch comes amid a period of significant growth for Elliptic Labs. The company recently secured expansion contracts for multiple smartphone models, including agreements for 10 new models announced on January 7, 2025 [5], and 20 models with a Top-5 global smartphone maker announced earlier [6]. CEO Laila Danielsen emphasized the strategic importance of this launch, stating that it demonstrates their ability to deploy multiple virtual smart sensors per device across an expanding range of models [1]. With operations spanning multiple countries including Norway, USA, China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan [3], Elliptic Labs continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in AI-powered virtual sensor technology.

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