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TECHx
3 days ago
- TECHx
Lenovo Reveals AI-Powered Legion 9i Gaming Laptop
Home » Emerging technologies » Gaming » Lenovo Reveals AI-Powered Legion 9i Gaming Laptop At Tech World Shanghai 2025, Lenovo announced the launch of the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10), a powerful gaming laptop designed for both gamers and developers. The company revealed that the new device delivers top-tier performance and advanced AI features. It caters to players, creators, and professionals working with real-time 3D tools like Unreal Engine. Jun Ouyang, Lenovo's Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Consumer Segment, Intelligent Devices Group, stated that the Legion 9i sets a new standard in gaming. It combines high-end hardware with next-generation AI software to meet the needs of modern users. The 18-inch PureSight display supports up to 4K in 2D and optional 2K in 3D. The 3D function works without a headset, using eye-tracking and lenticular lens technology. The device also offers Dual Mode display, enabling up to a 440Hz refresh rate at FHD. Lenovo reported that over 50% of upcoming games are developed on Unreal Engine, and the Legion 9i is optimized to support such workflows. It features the Lenovo AI Core chip and AI Engine+ to automatically optimize performance. The laptop also supports Lenovo Legion Space, a software suite that syncs lighting with in-game sounds, includes AI-driven game coaching, and enables game clip sharing and live assistance. For creative professionals, the device offers: Up to 192GB dual-channel DDR5 RAM Up to 8TB SSD storage, including PCIe Gen 5 support Powered by the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX processor and up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 GPU, the Legion 9i provides a combined 280W CPU-GPU load. To ensure thermal efficiency, Lenovo included the Legion Coldfront Vapor system with quad fans and dedicated cooling for SSD, RAM, and Wi-Fi. The top cover features handcrafted aviation-grade carbon fiber, making each laptop unique and lightweight. Connectivity options include rear HDMI and DC-in ports, plus Thunderbolt 5 ports on the left. The laptop will be showcased at Unreal Fest in Orlando, Florida, starting June 2. Lenovo also announced a matching accessory, the Legion 18' Armored Backpack II. It includes padded compartments, quick-access pockets, and ergonomic design. Additional benefits include: Three months of complimentary PC Game Pass Legion Ultimate Support for 24/7 tech help and gaming tips Eligibility for Lenovo's CO2 Offset Services The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) will be available from June 2025 at a starting price of EUR 4499 (VAT included). It will launch in North America in Q4 2025. Availability of the backpack will vary by region.
Al Bawaba
3 days ago
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Forge Tomorrow: The New Lenovo™ Legion 9i (18', 10) Brings Games to Life for Gamers and Developers from Vision to Victory
At Lenovo's Tech World Shanghai 2025, Lenovo announced the new Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10), a gaming laptop truly designed for games—both those who play them, and those who make them. Packed with features that not just deliver the ultimate gaming experience, but the ultimate game development experience. 'The most powerful gaming laptops deliver seamless performance even with the most demanding titles, and the new Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) laptop is designed to set a new standard,' said Jun Ouyang, Lenovo's Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Consumer Segment, Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo. 'Built with top-tier hardware and next-generation AI software innovations, it combines exceptional speed and intelligence — not just for immersive gaming, but also to empower game developers, AI engineers, and designers with the high performance and optional 2K 3D support they need to bring their visions to life.' Forge Tomorrow with the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) Over 50% of announced games coming to current generation PCs and consoles are developed on Unreal Engine1, the world's most open and advanced real-time 3D creation tool. The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) is built for game developers, visual artists, and 3D professionals who need a device that can not only run their favorite released games but bring their own game designs to life. The 18' PureSight display on the device features up to 4K resolution in 2D, with optional 2K 3D support for designers who regularly work in 3D modeling to seamlessly realize their work in three dimensions without the need for a headset or separate 3D-capable display. The 3D display uses a combination of eye-tracking and lenticular lens array to deliver a 3D image without the need for special glasses. Lenovo 3D Studio likewise supports 3D viewing for a myriad of video, image, and streaming formats in both side-by-side and top-bottom arrangements. The software suite also supports 3D display for 30 games and myriad other creation apps. Both gamers and developers alike can also benefit from the Dual Mode functionality, switching from a 240Hz refresh rate at 4K up to a 440Hz refresh rate2 at FHD resolution when lightning fast, smooth graphics are paramount. The display features a 93% screen-to-body ratio, maximizing display space with razor thin bezels. With the increasing implementation of AI into workflows, the barrier to game development has lowered. AI has shortened development time intervals from years to as short as a few months3, and the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) features AI-powered hardware and software to expedite games and game development for a gamer dev at a AAA studio to the home gamer with a dream. The laptop features the Lenovo AI Core chip and Lenovo AI Engine+, which work in tandem to dynamically adjust settings based on user scenario, maximizing performance whether gaming or rendering. Lenovo Legion Space likewise leverages AI to sync the device's RGB to in-game sound and whatever is being displayed, deepening immersion and ambiance by adding a visual experience to the device's new six-speaker sound system. The software's AI-powered Game Coach, Game Clip Master, and Game Companion features allow gamers to improve their gaming skills, quickly and seamlessly create shareable gaming content for social, and accompany gamers in-game with assistance and motivational encouragement. Read more about the recently redesigned Lenovo Legion Space here. The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) delivers studio-grade performance, with four slots for RAM and four slots for SSDs, one of which is PCIe Gen 5. This means the laptop can support up to 192GB of dual channel DDR5 RAM4 to speed up rendering and rasterizing tasks, with more than enough headroom for even the most demanding games and supports up to 8TB of SSD storage4—enough space to keep both games and creative assets in one place. And with a 99.99 Whr battery, the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) can be taken to meetings, pitches, or any place where work needs to be showcased. The Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX processor and up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 GPU deliver a combined total of up to 280W combined CPU & GPU load, ensuring maximum performance across all applications, be they gaming or game development. Keeping the system cool and quiet is the Lenovo Legion Coldfront: Vapor thermal system including a vapor chamber, hyper chamber and quad fan system with dedicated fans over both the Wi-Fi card and SSD and RAM, keeping the system cool under heavy loads as well as quiet at <48dB at 280W in Performance Mode. The top cover of each Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) is as unique as the design work being done on it. Made of eight layers of aviation-grade carbon fiber hand applied and forged together, the resulting Forged Carbon laptop lid is lighter and stronger than aluminum, and thanks to the handcrafted manufacturing process, each top cover is one-of-a-kind. HDMI and DC in ports are located on the rear of the laptop and a bevy of ports on both sides, including a pair of Thunderbolt 5 ports on the left side for high-speed devices, storage, and displays. In addition to being at Lenovo's Tech World Shanghai event, the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) will also be at Unreal Fest in Orlando, Florida starting June 2nd to give gamers and game developers from around the world an early hands-on look at the new device. Gamer-focused Software and Services The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) comes with three complimentary months of PC Game Pass5 with access to hundreds of games and new games added all the time. For gamers who want an extra edge in their competitive gaming or need reinforcements should a tech issue arise, Legion Ultimate Support is available6 with 24/7 access to gamer-focused experts who can provide skill tips as well as tech support, performance optimization tips, and full coverage on parts and labor and next-day onsite repairs. The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) is eligible for Lenovo's CO2 Offset Services, offering gamers the option to proactively help offset the estimated carbon emissions associated with their Lenovo Legion devices over their average lifecycle through the purchase of carbon credits to support climate action projects verified by independent third-party organizations such as United Nations, CDM, Gold Standard®, and Climate Action Reserve. These actions are transparent, verifiable, and seamlessly linked to the device's serial number. Stylish and Protective—Lenovo Legion 18' Armored Backpack II Perfect for taking the Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) on the road, the Lenovo Legion 18' Armored Backpack II combines durability, convenience, and style. Built for gamers, it features a rock-solid EVA molded front shield, as well as double-layered protection in the PC compartment. Other features include dedicated quick-access pockets for headset, keyboard, and mouse, while its padded and ventilated back with adjustable shoulder straps combine comfort and protection. Pricing & Availability7 • The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) will be available starting June 2025, with an expected starting price of 4499 EUR (inc. VAT). • The Lenovo Legion 9i (18', 10) is expected to be available in North America in the 4th quarter of 2025. Full pricing information will be forthcoming. • The Lenovo Legion 18' Armored Backpack II will be available in select countries. Please contact the relevant local Lenovo office for pricing and availability.
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Motorica Raises €5M to Lead the Generative AI Revolution in Character Animation
Trusted by top-tier AAA studios and animators, Motorica delivers production-ready motion synthesis at 200x speed, with no compromise on quality or control STOCKHOLM, SE / ACCESS Newswire / June 24, 2025 / Motorica, the global pioneer in Generative AI for character animation and motion synthesis, today announced the close of a €5 million seed funding round, led by Angular Ventures, with participation from Luminar Ventures. The funding will support Motorica's rapid expansion, scaling of its proprietary AI platform and continued investment in R&D to shape the future of instant character animation. Motorica's technology is already being used in live production environments by world-leading AAA studios to deliver production-ready animation at unprecedented speed and scale. In early deployments, studios have reported up to a 99% reduction in animation time, achieving animation workflows that are 200x faster than the traditional motion capture to gameplay animation workflow - without sacrificing creative control, quality, or pipeline compatibility. "Motorica is a breakthrough in game development and animation technology that will help to bring forth the next era of gaming, enabling digital Living Worlds that are populated by dynamic, lifelike characters that will make gameplay a truly immersive and interactive experience," said Willem Demmers, CEO of Motorica. "But unlike other AI developments, we're not here to upend the animation workflow. We're here to liberate it. Traditionally, animators spend 70% of their time on technical grunt work and only 30% on actual creative performance. Motorica flips that. By automating the grind - things like tedious keyframing for basic locomotion - we let creators focus on what matters: storytelling, emotion, and innovation. That shift helps studios move faster, push quality higher, and ship with less friction." Maxi Keller, animator for titles including "The Last of Us: Part II" and "Call of Duty: WWll," shared, "Motorica is the best tool out there for locomotion animation and Motion Matching. It delivers better, more consistent results than mocap as they give you exact control on acceleration and target speed, and more." Solving the Hardest Problem in Game and Virtual Production Pipelines Character animation, especially for interactive media like games and virtual production, has traditionally required a significant amount of manual work, from in-studio MoCap shoots and reshoots to manual keyframing and repetitive cycles. Studios face a fundamental trade-off between speed and cost versus realism and scale. Motorica removes that trade-off. Motorica's platform is built to generate realistic, responsive, diverse animation at scale. The system integrates industry-standard tools and workflows, offering full compatibility with DCC software and game engines, including Unreal Engine, Maxon Cinema 4D, Maya, Unity and Blender. Advanced capabilities include support for motion matching, enabling lifelike animation for large numbers of characters in complex gameplay scenarios. Motorica Highlights: Massive acceleration in animation production. One studio estimated three years of animation can be completed in just four expressive and stylistically diverse characters, generated using smaller cost savings on accelerated mocap sessions and post-processing. Built on Breakthrough Research and Proprietary Datasets Motorica's core IP is built on years of academic innovation, beginning with the 2019 research breakthrough by top researchers Gustav Henter and Simon Alexanderson, who developed the world's first deep generative model for motion synthesis - effectively pioneering generative AI for character animation. Founded in 2020 to prototype this research, Motorica officially broke stealth in 2023, when Gustav and Simon teamed up with serial founder Willem Demmers to bring the company to market - turning their pioneering prototype into a commercially viable product. Motorica owns and operates a state-of-the-art motion capture studio in Stockholm and has built one of the largest and most refined proprietary motion datasets in the world, captured with professional actors to ensure biomechanical realism and cinematic performance. With this foundation, Motorica stands alone as the only generative AI provider currently delivering AAA-quality animation at scale and as the category leader in the emerging space of motion synthesis. "We invested in Motorica because they're not just reimagining animation - they're building foundational technology that will power the next wave of digital experiences," said David Peterson, Partner at Angular Ventures. "This platform has the potential to influence everything from how characters move in games and virtual worlds to how machines understand and replicate human motion in robotics, XR, and beyond. Their deep research roots, execution strength, and early adoption from industry leaders make Motorica a category-defining company." With seed funding secured, Motorica plans to accelerate its product roadmap and scale customer adoption across key verticals. Near-term initiatives include: Expanding integrations via SDKs and APIs to make Motorica even more plug-and-play for game studios, cinematics and virtual production the company's data infrastructure and motion library, adding tools for controllable motion within fighting, sports, and stylized strategic partnerships with game engines, simulation platforms, and large scale VFX across engineering, animation, data, and customer success. Artist Commitment Motorica's team is committed to augmenting creativity, not automating it away. Rapidly emerging as the industry standard for high-quality motion synthesis, the platform is designed in close collaboration with professional animators, game developers, and technical directors to enhance artistic workflows and eliminate bottlenecks. Rather than replacing human creativity, Motorica's tools eliminate chores - such as character locomotion and filler cycles - allowing creative teams to focus on performance, narrative, and style. Download the Motorica media kit here. About Motorica Motorica is a Stockholm-based AI company focused on generative animation for 3D character motion. Founded to address the growing demand for scalable, high-quality animation, Motorica develops technology that combines machine learning, motion capture, and compatible solutions for industry tools such as motion matching. Press Contact Megan Fasymegan@ (617) 480-3674 ### SOURCE: Motorica
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Game Pill's HANGRY™ to Be Showcased with Live Demos at Pixel Power Play during Toronto Games Week
TORONTO, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Game Pill is thrilled to announce that its snack‑'n‑slash RPG, HANGRY, will be available for live demonstration at Power Pixel Play, a new Toronto gaming event hosted by Toronto Community Meetup Powered By Twitch and A Gaming Network, taking place on Saturday, June 14th from 12pm to 8pm In the game HANGRY, players take control of Hangry — a beastly mercenary with an unrelenting appetite. Players can journey through vividly stylized worlds, from barbecue-scented forests to candy-lined caverns, hunting formidable monsters across the galaxy to harvest rare ingredients for Goutra's underworld diner. Devour or cook these monsters to upgrade Hangry's stats, unlock new weapons, and evolve your powers. Part roguelike, part action RPG, HANGRY™ features frenetic third-person combat powered by Unreal Engine, with abilities like "Hangry Mode" that temporarily boost size and power to devour epic foes. Players can experiment with over 100 recipes in a cooking mini‑game, enjoy a full narrative with voice-acted scenes, and access a wide skill tree, multiple weapons, and varied difficulty modes — all currently playable in the Early Access build available on features will include: Hands-on playtime across food themed biomes Early Access features: cooking mini-game, recipe system, weapon upgrades A peek at an updated art style Q&A and behind-the-scenes discussion with the Game Pill team Game Pill is also proud to share that Mary Sorrenti, VP, and talent advocate, will be speaking at XP Game Summit on the ACTRA Toronto panel 'Elevating Projects with Union Actors' together with incredible ACTRA actors Humberly Gonzalez, Kathryn Davis and Mercedes Morris. The panel will explore the evolving role of Canadian actors in video game production and performance.'As a Toronto studio, showing HANGRY locally is a thrill,' said Mike Sorrenti, President of Game Pill. 'We're especially excited to celebrate the collaborative effort between game developers and local performers that made this project shine.' Event Schedule: Power Pixel Play: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT) at Red Bull/ Overactive Media 41 Fraser Ave, Toronto M6K 1Y6 XP Game Summit: June 12-13, 2025, Hyatt Regency Toronto Toronto Games Week: June 12-18, 2025, throughout the city About Game PillGame Pill is a leading interactive studio with over 15 years of experience crafting games, simulations, and digital experiences for some of the world's biggest brands. Trusted by leading entertainment and consumer brands, Game Pill has contributed to a diverse range of high‑profile IPs across film, toys, and digital media. With a strong focus on storytelling, gameplay innovation, and emerging technology, Game Pill continues to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment across platforms. About Power Pixel PlayAs part of Toronto Gaming Week, A Gaming Network and Toronto Community Meetup Powered by Twitch, Presents: Pixel Power Play! This exciting in-person and virtual event will showcase upcoming video game releases and industry announcements from Canada and around the globe. Attendees can look forward to live demos, game announcements, trailers, and gameplay reveals from developers. About XP Game Summit:XP Game Summit, hosted by XP Gaming Inc., is Toronto's premier video game industry event — and it's happening June 12–13, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Toronto!Connect with global gaming professionals to forge connections, create business opportunities, share insights, and unlock the potential of video game Intellectual Property (IP). About ACTRA Toronto:ACTRA Toronto is the largest organization within ACTRA, representing over 15,000 of Canada's 30,000 professional performers working in recorded media in Canada. An advocate for Canadian culture since 1943, ACTRA is a member-driven union that continues to secure rights and respect for the work of professional performers. About Toronto Games Week:Toronto Games Week is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, curators, companies, creators, and communities. Press Kit: Contact Info:Name: Mary SorrentiEmail: mary@ Game Pill Inc. Websites: Other Links: Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
Sony Electronics' Spatial Reality Display Now Supports Unreal Engine-Based Application Twinmotion
Alignment with Leading 3D Content Creation Tools Provides Enhanced Compatibility that Offers Users Increased Realism and Promotes Creative Freedom SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. is excited to announce that its groundbreaking Spatial Reality Display now supports Twinmotion—an application powered by Unreal Engine—further enhancing the capabilities and applications of this innovative technology. The Spatial Reality Display1, which is a part of Sony's XYN™ (/zin/) brand, a lineup of solutions that integrate software and hardware for the creation of Spatial Content, and is renowned for its stunning 3D visuals and immersive, glasses-free experience, can now seamlessly integrate with Twinmotion2, a powerful real-time visualization tool developed by Epic Games. This integration enables architects, designers, and creators to bring their projects to life with unparalleled realism and interactivity. Twinmotion is a real-time 3D visualization software that enables anyone—from architects and designers to filmmakers and other storytellers—to easily produce high-quality media and immersive experiences from 3D data. It offers an intuitive interface and a robust feature set, making it accessible to both beginners and professionals. With Twinmotion, users can quickly and easily create detailed scenes; add realistic lighting and effects; and produce high-quality images, panoramas, standard or 360° Virtual Reality (VR) videos, and interactive presentations. One of the standout features of Twinmotion is its seamless integration with Unreal Engine, enabling users to start a project in Twinmotion and then take it into Unreal Engine for further enhancement. This workflow provides users with the flexibility and creative freedom to develop their projects to their fullest potential. The Datasmith technology built into both tools enables this smooth transition, ensuring that all the elements and details created in Twinmotion are accurately transferred to Unreal Engine for further refinement. Twinmotion's easy-to-use user interface (UI) and photorealistic real-time rendering, combined with the Spatial Reality Display's advanced 3D technology, provide users with a unique and powerful toolset for creating and presenting their work. Whether it's architectural designs, product prototypes, or immersive storytelling, the possibilities are endless. "Integrating Twinmotion with Sony's Spatial Reality Display opens up new possibilities for our users," said Sebastien Miglio, Vice President at Twinmotion. "The combination of our real-time 3D immersive visualization software with Sony's advanced 3D technology offers an exciting opportunity for users to create and present their work with exceptional realism and interactivity." "We are thrilled to expand the functionality of the Spatial Reality Display by incorporating support for Twinmotion," said Thaisa Yamamura, Head of XR Business Development at Sony Electronics Inc. "This integration enables our users to visualize their designs in a more dynamic and engaging way, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in 3D visualization." For more information about Sony's Spatial Reality Display and its new Twinmotion support, please visit About Sony Electronics Inc. Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Group Corporation, one of the most comprehensive entertainment companies in the world, with a portfolio that encompasses electronics, music, motion pictures, mobile, gaming, robotics and financial services. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Sony Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and professional markets. Operations include research and development, engineering, sales, marketing, distribution and customer service. Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from 4K professional broadcast and A/V equipment. ¹ Computer required with a recommended CPU of Intel Core i7-9700K @3.60GHz or faster; and a graphics card such as NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER or faster. ² System Requirements: Twinmotion is available for Windows and macOS. Windows 10 or 11 64-bit or macOS Monterey 12.5 or later. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE SONY ELECTRONICS Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
