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Review on Lenovo Option Mobile ThinkPad USB C by Kiril Velchev ᠌

Revainrating 5 out of 5

A valuable purchase, some advantages!

I utilize a Gen7 Lenovo x1 Carbon. I purchased extra so that I wouldn't have to re-plug a number of wires every time I arrived at work; everything is in order there. The dock's compatibility with Linux is a hot topic on the Internet, but it appears that the officials have a new batch of docks with the newest software. One more thing: don't expect to run the firmware on an outdated PC; if type-C with Thunderbolt isn't present (which I'm sure it isn't), you won't be able to see half of the dock's internal devices. A protected brand-named thick type-C cable is included because it is essential for power and video signal support and because the type-C connector can be rather crooked. Then what? The phone reads "fast charging" and is attached to a lanyard at the back. The power button functions, but since you always have your laptop with you, it is not necessary. The red bottom border is quite attractive. There is no backlight:)

Pros
  • Power, network, and HDMI all surprisingly came to life on Ubuntu-18.04. Since there is a video signal at all, it appears that everything will be alright. I can't examine DP just now.
Cons
  • When the docking station is activated, it "intercepts" the audio circuit, forcing Ubuntu to use a speaker and microphone that are not docked. You must constantly check.