- Lenovo unveiled a 3.5-inch mockup of an ‘AI storage device,’ which could be a portable SSD, NAS, or something new
- It is not a product advertisement, but a proof of concept.
- But the presence of a red ring on one of the ports may indicate that it will be a ThinkStorage product.
Lenovo has unveiled a new device concept at CES called “AI Storage,” which could be the company’s first AI-assisted NAS (Network Attached Storage).
The apparent prototype features a minimalist and space-saving design with vents on the right side for active or passive cooling.
The 3.5-inch mockup could be more than a traditional NAS, as it could also function as a portable SSD or serve an entirely new purpose, blurring the lines between storage and AI integration.
A smarter future for storage?
The concept image shows that this device will support a standard RJ45 Ethernet port accompanied by dual status LEDs. These could indicate active connectivity or possibly its association with Lenovo’s ThinkStorage brand.
A visible USB-C port should allow for high-speed data transfers via USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt protocols. There’s also another USB-C port marked with a distinctive red ring, presumably for power.
It’s important to note that a good number of concept devices never make it to market. It remains to be seen whether this device will evolve into a full-fledged NAS or function as a versatile storage solution.
