Over 10 years ago Lenovo introduced the ThinkPad Android Tablet, however, the sequel (dubbed the ThinkPad Tablet 2) ran Windows, as did the ThinkPad 8 and 10 tablets that followed in subsequent years. Leaked renders show that the tech giant might consider leveraging the ThinkPad brand for an Android device once again.
Well, the branding on the back actually says “ThinkPhone”, but the connection is unmistakable with the branding red dot on the “i” (representing the TrackPoint laptops are known for). Lenovo is already using its Legion PC brand for a number of gaming smartphones, the ThinkPads occupy a different niche: business-oriented laptops. Is there still a market for business phones? ThinkPads also appeal to techies, so this could be an enthusiast’s phone as well.
Motorola “Bronco”: a ThinkPhone or an Edge 40 Fusion (or both)
The device shown in the rendering – the XT-2309, codenamed “Bronco” – could also launch under Lenovo’s favorite Android device brand, Motorola. If so, it will likely be part of the next Edge series.
Previous rumors have detailed several devices, including Bronco and Canyon. Canyon is likely the Edge 40 Pro with a 165Hz FHD + display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 12MP tele (plus 60MP selfies).
The Bronco will fit underneath the one with a similar screen and main camera, but with only an ultra-wide, 16MP (no telephoto) 13MP selfie camera. It will use the 8 Gen 2 chip like Canyon or the current Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.
So if Canyon is the Motorola Edge 40 Pro, the Bronco is the Edge 40 Fusion (here’s a comparison of the current Edge 30 Pro and 30 Fusion). Will the Bronco also be the ThinkPhone? The company will have to acquire a brand for this, which will be a good indication that Lenovo is serious about launching a new series of phones or whether it will just use the Motorola brand.
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