Do I need a Google account to use the Google Assistant features?

Yes. In order to use the Google Assistant features, you will need to log into the Google Home app on the tablet using your Google Account.

What is the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode?

The Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode will turn your tablet into a digital photo frame, allowing you to easily control your music and smart home devices, and quickly access your most important updates while your tablet is charging. Google will release more features for Ambient Mode over time.

How do you set up the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode?

At initial setup (first make sure you’re signed into your Google account and have an Internet connection), pop out the kickstand or charge your device (ensure the screen is off or locked). You will then be prompted to enable the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode.

If you don’t see this notification, you can still enable the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode by going to Settings > Google > Search, Assistant & Voice > Google Assistant > Assistant > Assistant Devices (Tablet) > Personalization (Ambient Mode).

In the above menu, you also can turn off the setting that launches Ambient Mode whenever the kickstand opens. Note that leaving the tablet in Ambient Mode (if you’re not charging it) drains the tablet’s battery faster than normal.

How do I switch to the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode when the device is on?

Press the power key to dim the screen or lock the home screen, and then pop out the kickstand to unlock the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode. When the device is idle or locked, close the kickstand to exit Ambient Mode.

When in the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode, can I use my voice to control the Google Assistant even if I have security on the tablet?

Yes, you will still be able to access the Google Assistant with your voice when you’re in Ambient Mode. You will only need to enter your PIN / password / pattern (assuming you have one set up), when you switch back to the Android tablet mode.

Does the Lenovo Yoga Smart Tab connect to other smart home devices / products?

Yes. It works with any product that features the “Works with the Google Assistant” badge. Currently, there are more than 10,000 smart home devices across 1,000+ brands that work with the Google Assistant.

What languages are supported by the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode?

For more information about the Google Assistant, including supported languages and changing or adding languages, please visit https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7394513. You also can go to https://support.lenovo.com for the current list of languages supported by the Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode.

How does Chrome-casting work on the Yoga Smart Tab?

The Yoga Smart Tab only supports Wi-Fi casting, not Chrome-casting.

Does the screen dim when the room is dark during Ambient Mode?

Yes. The Google Assistant’s Ambient Mode activates an ambient light sensor that dims the screen in low-light conditions.

What is the range of the far-field mics?

That depends on the volume of your voice, background noise and volume setting. Your Yoga Smart Tab is designed to be able to hear you from across a large living room.

How many hours of battery life do these tablets offer?

Yoga Smart Tab lasts up to 11 hours with Web browsing and up to 10 hours with video playback (1080p).

What are the on-board storage and expansion options?

The Yoga Smart Tab is expandable to up to 256GB.

Can I mute the microphone?

No.

Can I shut the camera off when not in use?

No.

What kind of SIM card is compatible with these tablets? (only for LTE devices)

Micro SIM

What colors are these tablets available in?

The Yoga Smart Tab is available in Iron Grey.

What are the wireless connectivity options?

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz & 5GHz Dual Band

Do these tablets come with accessories?

The Yoga Smart Tab has a compatible stylish protective sleeve, which may be purchased separately.

What Android OS edition with the Lenovo Yoga Smart Tab be running on? When will you upgrade them?

The Lenovo Smart Tabs are launching with Android Pie. We typically roll out one major update over the lifecycle of our mainstream and premium Android tablets. When an update is available for download, users are notified immediately.