Lenovo to Acquire Israel's Moshe Yanai-founded Infinidat

Lenovo has announced its plan to acquire Infinidat, an Israel-based provider of high-end enterprise storage solutions. This acquisition is part of Lenovo's strategy to expand its storage portfolio and enhance its capabilities in high-performance data storage.

The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, and the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions.

Infinidat's high-performance storage solutions, including the InfiniBox and InfiniBox SSA lines, will complement Lenovo's existing storage offerings. This will help Lenovo provide more comprehensive and differentiated solutions to its customers.

Infinidat's technology is designed to make data readily available for AI workloads, which aligns with Lenovo's focus on supporting modern data center needs.

This acquisition is expected to drive innovation and growth for Lenovo, providing new opportunities in the enterprise storage market.

Further, the acquisition will strengthen Lenovo's position in the high-end enterprise storage market, allowing it to compete more effectively with other major players like Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Dell.

Moshe Yanai

Moshe Yanai

Infinidat was founded by Moshe Yanai in 2011. Yanai is a well-known figure in the data storage industry, having previously co-founded EMC and led its development of the Symmetrix storage systems. In 2003, Yanai founded a startup called XIV Ltd., where he developed the first truly scalable grid storage system. IBM acquired XIV in 2007, for an estimated $300 million, recognizing the potential of the grid storage system. The technology was integrated into IBM's storage product lineup.

It must be noted that Yanai's innovative architectures and technologies have fundamentally changed how the world stores and uses data, making him one of the most influential leaders in the data storage industry.

As mentioned that Yanai is best known for leading the development of the EMC Symmetrix, a flagship product of EMC Corporation in the 1990s. Symmetrix was the first scalable network storage system in the market, which laid the foundation for modern cloud storage. It enabled large relational databases and became essential for enterprises, including banks and stock exchanges.

Symmetrix Remote Data Facility (SRDF) feature of EMC Symmetrix played a crucial role in preventing financial chaos after the September 11 attacks by providing remote replication of data for critical financial institutions.

Moreover Yanai is an inventor or co-inventor of about 40 US patents in the field of electronic data storage.

In 2011, Yanai founded Infinidat with the mission of storing the world's ever-expanding volume of information. Infinidat's platform-native storage architecture is designed to deliver comprehensive data services and ultra-high performance for intense workloads.

Cricketer Robin Uthappa and Lenovo India’s Rahul Agarwal launch 1901st Yuva Unstoppable School

4th Dec. 2020, Delhi: Yuva Unstoppable, a non-profit founded by Amitabh Shah, recently launched its 1901st needy school with improved sanitation, water facilities and smart classroom. To announce the inauguration of upgraded WASH infrastructure, the non-profit was joined by smashing Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa. The launch of smart classroom for the less privileged students of the school was announced by Rahul Agarwal, CEO, Lenovo India. Senior leaders from top corporates like EY, MPL, Korn Ferry, Cairn Oil & Gas Ltd, KPMG, McKinsey and other Yuva patrons also graced the virtual celebration. Lenovo India has joined hands with Yuva Unstoppable to provide tablets at highly discounted rates. These tablets are given to the needy yet talented scholars and government school students supported by the non-profit with the aim of bridging the digital divide.

Congratulating Yuva Unstoppable, Robin Uthappa said: "I am very fortunate that Irfan Pathan introduced me to Yuva Unstoppable and Amitabh Shah. To just know people who are utilizing their lives to make others' better especially in the area of sanitation and hygiene is tremendous. Our public schools need this kind of intervention. It is truly an honor to be associated with Yuva - https://youtu.be/A1lrDu1zWwI

Supporting Yuva Unstoppable's cause, Rahul Agarwal, CEO and MD, Lenovo India said: "Lenovo is globally committed to the cause of education and we try to build devices, services and solutions along with extending multiple CSR initiatives and projects such as SmarterEd to bridge the digital divide which is the biggest challenge we are facing today. We congratulate team Yuva to have launched the 1901st Yuva Unstoppable School, and are delighted to extend our support to the cause. Even as Yuva team was working on the tablet-based learning model, our tablet team has supported them with specifications that are best suited for their classrooms."

He further added, "In a remote learning setting, Lenovo also understands the need for solutions that ensure online safety, help teachers manage their digital classrooms and enable students to do their work. All the tablets procured by Yuva from Lenovo have the Mobile Device Management system that provides cybersecurity to young children as they access devices for educational purposes."

Principal of G.H.P.S Totada Guddadahalli, Bangalore shared: "Yuva Unstoppable has upgraded the most basic facilities in our school and opened up a whole new world of possibilities for our kids. I can't thank them enough for their generous support, especially the implementation of smart classroom as digital becomes the essential worldwide."

Deepika Mahru, a curious 8th grader dreams of becoming a teacher. "Before Yuva Unstoppable, our school was good. But after they changed it, it has become excellent. The toilets are sparkling clean, new drinking water facilities are there and smart classroom to aid our learning and exposure. Thank you, Amitabh Sir and Yuva Unstoppable for thinking about us.'


In his closing remarks, Amitabh Shah shared: "I am so grateful to all Yuva patrons for sharing their words of wisdom and encouragement with us on this special occasion. Special thanks to Robin Uthappa for joining & inspiring us online and to Rahul Agarwal, for boosting our digital initiative aimed at providing shared access to tablets for 500000 poor & needy children. We are optimistic that your support will help us win the post lockdown innings too."

About Yuva Unstoppable

Yuva Unstoppable empowers various disadvantaged sections of the society in India (with better sanitation and hygiene facilities, improved drinking water facilities, scholarships, digital classrooms and behaviour-change training). They have impacted over 800,000 less privileged children and transformed over 1,900 schools since 2005 in partnership with 100 plus top corporates. Their vision is to transform 10,000 schools and impact 5,000,000 children.

Lenovo Launches 4 New Audio Products with EQ Technology in India

• HT10 Pro HT20 HE18 and HD116 the iconic audio range (TWS Earphones Headphones) with EQ mode at an affordable price range.


• Available on Flipkart 25th February onwards

Lenovo a Chinese multinational technology company is strengthening its portfolio in India by launching a wide range of audio devices under EQ technology to render exceptional experience to the customers in a promising price bracket. Lenovo is redefining the seamless integration of advanced technology and varied variations in the audio category. The company is coming up now with upgraded versions of previously launched earbuds and headphones. Equipped with advanced features and EQ Technology the latest range includes TWS Wireless Earphones and headsets which are HT10 Pro HT20 HE18 and HD116.

Lenovo HT20 earbuds at INR 3799 on Flipkart

Lenovo introduces EQ Technology in its latest range which enables the user to experience different frequencies of music in the same device such as for light music the clarity of sound matters the most but for dance numbers heavy beats music you need heavy bass for the thumping sound. Both the experience is possible in these devices by changing the mode between Pure Music and Extra Bass by pressing a single button. The Technology allows two preset equalizer frequencies in the same device this is a technology breakthrough for low-cost devices. However earlier this was only possible in very high-end devices. This new advanced audio range from Lenovo is sure to set a benchmark in the market with an exciting price bracket.

Lenovo HT 10 Pro earbuds at INR 4599 on Flipkart

Lenovo has partnered with Aodishi Technology Limited a leading technology importer to market and distribute these audio devices in India.

Interestingly priced between INR 1999/- to INR 4499/- the EQ range includes - TWS and Headsets with impressive sound quality strong Bluetooth connectivity and outstanding battery life.

Lenovo audio category had received an overwhelming response from the Indian market last year. To continue the momentum among Indian customers we are excited to launch a diverse offering in the audio devices to give unique and phenomenal experience to the customers. We believe that our product with advanced EQ technology will address the critical market requirements catering to an affordable price range. We are confident that it will resonate well with the Indian customerssaid XieSenchu CEO International Business at Shenzhen Aodishi Technology Limited Lenovo Beijings authorized Channel Partner for Sales in India.

Adding to this Naveen Bajaj Head India Business Aodishi Technology Limited says We are happy to add this latest audio range to our growing portfolio from Lenovo. The new advanced range equipped with EQ mode will provide an overall experience to the customers infused with great technology and impressive battery life.

The latest audio devices come with sleek designs and IPX5 water and sweat proof.

All these newly launched products are available at a special discount for next 2 days on Flipkart; HD 116 at INR 2199/ HT 10 Pro at INR 4199/ HT 20 at INR 3399 and HE 18 at INR 1899/.

Here are the key specifications for the range:

HT10 Pro Specifications (TWS)

• Dual EQ Mode Support extra bass mode and standard Mode


• 48 hours playing time (including battery backup of charging case) with 200H standby time.


• Excellent compatibility with Bluetooth 5.0 and 20M range


• Price- Rs 4499/-

HT 20 Specifications (TWS)

• Dual EQ Mode Support extra bass mode and standard Mode.


• 25 hours of playing time (including battery backup of charging case) with 200h standby time.


• IPX5 sweat and water-resistant.


• Price - Rs 3799/-

HE18 Specifications (Earphone)

• Dual EQ Mode support extra bass mode and standard mode.


• 12 hrs of playing time with 240H standby time.


• Price - Rs 1999/-


• Pairing with two devices at same time.

HD116 Specifications (Headset)

• Dual EQ Mode Support extra bass mode and standard Mode


• Excellent Bluetooth 5.0 support HSP/HFP/AVRCP/A2DP


• Strong Bluetooth connectivity.


• 24 hrs playing time with 240H standby time.


• Price - Rs 2499/-

About Lenovo

Lenovo Group Limited often shortened to Lenovo is a Chinese multinational technology company with headquarters in Beijing.

Lenovo Ego a Sporty Smartwatch with Round Dial now Available on Amazon

Lenovo a Chinese multinational technology company recently launched its affordable sporty smartwatch with round dial - The Ego on Amazon. Interestingly priced at INR 1999/- Lenovo Ego is compatible with iOS and Android phones through a downloadable app called Lenovo Life.

Lenovo Ego has a heart rate monitor and various sports modes like walking running cycling swimming etc. It also tracks your sleep patterns as well and other features to monitor sleep schedule. The smartwatch has different vibrating patterns based on the notification alerts ranging from phone calls emails text messages and other social media apps.

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The smartwatch is water-resistant up to 50 meters. It also maps calories burnt and stroke style while swimming. The battery life of the Lenovo Ego is 20 days on a single charge. The watch is lightweight and it has an inbuilt 1.6-inch anti-reflective monochrome display which illuminates at one click of the button.

Lenovo Ego has a remote camera which clicks picture in a single tap on the display screen of the smartwatch. It has a durable black strap which is wrapped tightly on the wearer wrist even during demanding exercises. Furthermore it has a 42mm anti-shine reflective display and night light mode.

This smartwatch has promising features and suited best for fitness enthusiasts.

Some of the key features of the smartwatch:

• 24-hour real-time heart rate monitoring


• water resistant up to 50 meters


• 42mm anti-shine reflective display


• night light mode


• 20 days on a single charge.


• compatible with all iOS and Android phones

Availability: https://amzn.to/2QD4v5g.

Lenovo developing a wearable smart glass similar to Google Glass

Lenovo, the world’s largest PC makers has come up with its own prototype version of wearable smart glasses which looks similar to the already famous Google Glass.  The prototype was unveiled to the world on July 24^th in order to get the attention of other hardware manufactures and developers towards a new partner program.

This wearable device by Lenovo looks almost similar to the Google glass, the only difference being that its battery is attached down at the wearer’s neck. The battery is connected to the device by a small blue wire.  More details about the device are scheduled to come out in the month of October.

Lenovo is currently also in look out for partners to develop its products like air purifiers for the Chinese homes and wireless routers. It is also looking out for opportunities to team up and invest money in tech companies whose work involves something beyond Smartphones and Personal computers.

The Chinese PC maker has even teamed up U.S. smart glasses manufacturer Vuzix in order to bring its own product called Vuzix M100 into the Chinese market. This product will be in addition to Lenovo’s own prototype.

The M100 Smartglasses will make use of a 1 GHz dual-core processor and an Android 4.0.4. It is expected to go on sale to developers in the month of August or September for around $1298 in China. The device is targeted at business users.



The M100 promises to offer unprecedented access to data collection, information and more. It also comes with pre-installed apps which can be used to record and playback videos and still pictures, manage your calendar, track timed events and link to your Smartphone and much more.

Lenovo’s prototype is a part of its NBD project which aims at creating a host of internet connected devices like Smartphone controlled toasters, air purifiers and fridges by taking help from third party manufactures.

Luftmed, a German based Company is currently working with Lenovo’s NBD program in order to sell Smartphone controlled air purifiers in China. The New Air X330 by Luftmed will offer more cleaner air and accurate statistics than its counter parts.



Top Image via - Michael Kan @Twitter

Lenovo developing a wearable smart glass similar to Google Glass

Lenovo, the world’s largest PC makers has come up with its own prototype version of wearable smart glasses which looks similar to the already famous Google Glass.  The prototype was unveiled to the world on July 24^th in order to get the attention of other hardware manufactures and developers towards a new partner program.

This wearable device by Lenovo looks almost similar to the Google glass, the only difference being that its battery is attached down at the wearer’s neck. The battery is connected to the device by a small blue wire.  More details about the device are scheduled to come out in the month of October.

Lenovo is currently also in look out for partners to develop its products like air purifiers for the Chinese homes and wireless routers. It is also looking out for opportunities to team up and invest money in tech companies whose work involves something beyond Smartphones and Personal computers.

The Chinese PC maker has even teamed up U.S. smart glasses manufacturer Vuzix in order to bring its own product called Vuzix M100 into the Chinese market. This product will be in addition to Lenovo’s own prototype.

The M100 Smartglasses will make use of a 1 GHz dual-core processor and an Android 4.0.4. It is expected to go on sale to developers in the month of August or September for around $1298 in China. The device is targeted at business users.



The M100 promises to offer unprecedented access to data collection, information and more. It also comes with pre-installed apps which can be used to record and playback videos and still pictures, manage your calendar, track timed events and link to your Smartphone and much more.

Lenovo’s prototype is a part of its NBD project which aims at creating a host of internet connected devices like Smartphone controlled toasters, air purifiers and fridges by taking help from third party manufactures.

Luftmed, a German based Company is currently working with Lenovo’s NBD program in order to sell Smartphone controlled air purifiers in China. The New Air X330 by Luftmed will offer more cleaner air and accurate statistics than its counter parts.



Top Image via - Michael Kan @Twitter

Lenovo Launches Yoga Tablet in India Starting at Rs 22,999

Lenovo's Android Yoga tablet has hit the Indian tablet market and is available in two variants with the starting price tag of Rs. 22,999 and Rs. 28, 999 for the 8-inch model and 10-inch model respectively.

The Lenovo Yoga table is powered by Android 4.2 Jelly Bean with 1 GB RAM, a 1.2 Ghz quad-core MediaTek processor, with a 1,280 x 800 IPS display, 5 megapixel rear camera along with front facing VGA camera for video chat, and 16 GB internal storage (expandable upto 64 GB)

"True to its name, this machine redefines what a Tablet stands for. Based on research which suggests that the usage of gadgets over an extended time period has an impact on our physical well-being, the Yoga Tablet has been ergonomically designed to aid a longer and comfortable Tablet viewing experience," said Amar Babu, MD, Lenovo India Pvt Ltd.

The battery is placed with the cylindrical edge, which not makes the tablet stand out, but also provides a grip for the user to hold it. The shape and placement of the battery cylinder makes this lightweight tablet easier to grip and better for one-hand use. Its ergonomic design shifts the center of gravity to make it more comfortable for your wrist.

The 20.3 cm model offers 3G and voice calling while the 25.4 cm model features Wi-Fi + 3G. Users can also opt for a WD100 dongle to stream video content from the Tablet wirelessly to a TV.

Lenovo said, as an introductory offer, the company is providing accessory bundle, a sleeve cover, a protective film, and an earphone, worth Rs. 4000 for 8-inch and Rs. 5000 for 10-inch for those who buy before November 24, 2013.