Lenovo has introduced a new monitor with an AI chip. The company says that this monitor can power older computers without AI support and can be adjusted according to the user’s movements to provide an ergonomic experience. However, this innovation has raised questions in the technology world.

Lenovo announces its AI chip monitor

According to Lenovo’s statement at MWC, this monitor is equipped with an independent NPU chip. Thanks to this, it can also support computers that do not have access to AI-based technologies such as local large language models (LLM). In addition, the screen can rotate, adjust height and tilt itself by detecting the user’s movements.

However, the following question comes to mind: Is AI really necessary to provide these functions? Why is an additional NPU chip needed when it is possible to provide the same mechanical movements with small electric motors that have been in security cameras for years?

In addition, it is unclear whether this monitor will really serve the purpose of powering older devices. A user who will invest in such an advanced screen is most likely expected to be using a modern and powerful computer. Therefore, the claim of powering a computer without AI support raises doubts about how useful it will be in practice.

In recent years, there has been a trend where AI is trying to find a place for itself in every field. Many devices, from phones to refrigerators, are being marketed with AI technology, even if they do not provide any obvious benefit. Lenovo’s move seems to be part of this general trend.

In addition to the areas where AI is truly needed, there are also increasing numbers of devices where it is used solely as a marketing strategy. So what do you think about this issue? You can share your views with us in the comments section below.