PCWorld Laptops: One-trick laptop: Lenovo’s Flex 2 is a bargain that bends backward

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One-trick laptop: Lenovo's Flex 2 is a bargain that bends backward Sep 15th 2014, 10:00, by Yardena Arar, Yardena Arar With its roomy, touch-enabled, 15.6-inch display; built in DVD burner; and sleek black chassis, the latest Lenovo Flex 2 looks like a pretty good deal for $680. But its poor battery life, uninspiring performance, a somewhat pale display and reliance on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi will be deal-breakers for some. Like others in Lenovo's Flex series, the Flex 2 offers two configuration options: You can use it as a standard laptop, or you can bend the display back to balance it on two edges in stand mode. That's useful for watching movies—especially on an airline tray table—or to present information to someone sitting across from you. The unit weighs a hefty 5.7 pounds, but it at least feels sturdy. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Media files: flex-2-15_01-100429851-medium.png

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