Lenovo used its IFA 2026 stage in Berlin to refresh its Yoga tablet lineup with two new Android slates: the larger, pricier Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2, and the more compact Yoga Tab Gen 2. Both ship with Android 17 out of the box, and both come tied to an unusually generous software promise for a tablet with seven operating system upgrades taking them to Android 24, alongside security support that could run for up to seven years, through 2033.Key HighlightsAbout The AuthorI love telling stories about technology that actually matter. I enjoy going beyond specs and buzzwords to understand how tech is changing the way we live, work and connect. I started my journalism journey in 2015, and over the years, I’ve learned that the best tech stories are not always about the newest gadget, but about why it matters to you.Lenovo unveiled the Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 and Yoga Tab Gen 2 at IFA 2026 in Berlin, both launching on Android 17.The Plus model runs a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and packs a 12,700mAh battery, while the standard Gen 2 uses a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chip and an 11,000mAh cell.Lenovo is promising seven platform upgrades and up to seven years of security patches on both tablets, stretching support out to 2033.A Software Commitment That Stands OutLong-term software support has historically lagged on Android tablets compared with flagship phones, so a stated seven-upgrade, seven-year pledge is worth talking about.Lenovo hasn't broken this promise down device by device, and the "up to seven years" phrasing for security patches leaves some wiggle room rather than locking in a hard guarantee. Buyers holding onto either tablet for the long haul will want to watch how consistently Lenovo delivers on that timeline as the years go by.Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2: The 13-Inch FlagshipThe Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 is the larger and more powerful of the pair, built around a 13-inch 4K panel (3,840 x 2,560 pixels) in a 3:2 aspect ratio, with a pixel density of 355ppi. The screen tops out at a 144Hz refresh rate, with 120Hz, 90Hz, 60Hz and 30Hz options below it, alongside a claimed 1,100 nits of peak brightness and Dolby Vision support.Powering the tablet is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage, expandable further by another 2TB via microSD. Camera duty falls to an 8-megapixel and 0.3-megapixel front pairing, with a 13-megapixel main sensor and a 2-megapixel macro lens on the back. Audio comes from a six-speaker setup tuned with Harman Kardon, backed by two microphones.More articles by AuthorTrending StoriesThe tablet is rated for a 12,700mAh battery with 68W fast charging, measures roughly 291.78 x 200.3 x 8.27mm, and weighs about 605 grams. It's available only in a Cosmic Blue finish and can be paired with Lenovo's magnetic clamshell keyboard for laptop-style use.Yoga Tab Gen 2: The Compact OptionThe standard Yoga Tab Gen 2 trades some size and power for portability. It carries an 11.1-inch 4K panel, also in a 3:2 aspect ratio, reaching a sharper 415ppi thanks to the smaller screen size, while still hitting the same 144Hz refresh rate, 1,100-nit brightness claim and Dolby Vision support as its bigger sibling.Under the hood sits a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset, with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, plus the same microSD expansion headroom of up to 2TB. Its camera setup is simpler, with an 8-megapixel and 0.3-megapixel fixed-focus front pair, and a single 13-megapixel autofocus sensor on the rear. It uses a four-speaker SLS audio system instead of the Plus model's six, and packs an 11,000mAh battery with the same 68W charging speed.Dimensions come in at 250.60 x 172.98 x 8.56mm, with a lighter weight of 480 grams, and buyers get a choice of Cosmic Blue or Seashell colourways. It supports Lenovo's detachable 2-in-1 keyboard rather than the Plus model's magnetic version.Stylus, Connectivity And Shared FeaturesBoth tablets work with Lenovo's Tab Pen Pro 2 stylus, which supports thousands of pressure levels, tilt detection and palm rejection, along with gesture shortcuts for selecting and drawing. Both also ship with Lenovo's Qira AI platform and share the same wireless package - Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1, and a pogo-pin connector for attaching a keyboard.Pricing And AvailabilityLenovo's own listing puts the Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 at roughly €849 (about Rs 93,000) and the Yoga Tab Gen 2 at around €649 (about Rs 71,000), with both slated to reach stores later in September 2026. Some outlets have reported slightly different European estimates closer to €999 for the Plus model, along with unconfirmed US pricing in the region of $729 for the base tablet and roughly $1,000 for the Plus model. Availability and exact configurations may vary by market.SpecSpecYoga Tab Plus Gen 2Yoga Tab Gen 2Display13-inch 4K (3840x2560), 3:2, up to 144Hz, 1,100 nits, Dolby Vision11.1-inch 4K, 3:2, up to 144Hz, 1,100 nits, Dolby VisionChipsetSnapdragon 8 EliteMediaTek Dimensity 9500sRAM / StorageUp to 16GB / up to 512GB (+2TB microSD)Up to 12GB / up to 256GB (+2TB microSD)Rear camera13MP + 2MP macro13MP autofocusFront camera8MP + 0.3MP VGA8MP + 0.3MP VGA (fixed focus)Audio6 speakers, Harman Kardon tuning4 speakersBattery12,700mAh, 68W charging11,000mAh, 68W chargingWeight~605g~480gColoursCosmic BlueCosmic Blue, SeashellKeyboardMagnetic clamshell keyboardDetachable 2-in-1 keyboardOSAndroid 17, 7 upgrades, up to 7 yrs securityAndroid 17, 7 upgrades, up to 7 yrs securityPrice (Lenovo, EU)~€849~€649 FAQsWhat are the two new Lenovo tablets announced at IFA 2026?The Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 and the Yoga Tab Gen 2, Lenovo's newest premium Android tablets.What chip powers the Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2?A Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.What chip powers the Yoga Tab Gen 2?A MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset.What Android version do they launch with?Both ship with Android 17 out of the box.How many software updates are promised?Lenovo says both tablets will get seven OS upgrades, taking them through Android 24, plus up to seven years of security updates running to 2033.What's the display size and resolution on each model?The Plus Gen 2 has a 13-inch 4K panel, while the standard Gen 2 has an 11.1-inch 4K panel; both use a 3:2 aspect ratio.What's the maximum refresh rate?Both tablets can hit 144Hz, with lower refresh options available down to 30Hz.How big are the batteries?The Plus Gen 2 has a 12,700mAh battery, and the Gen 2 has an 11,000mAh battery. Both support 68W fast charging.What RAM and storage options are available?The Plus Gen 2 comes in 12GB+256GB, 16GB+256GB and 16GB+512GB configurations. The Gen 2 comes in 8GB+128GB, 8GB+256GB and 12GB+256GB configurations. Both support microSD expansion up to 2TB.Do both tablets support a stylus?Yes, both work with the Tab Pen Pro 2, which includes pressure sensitivity, tilt detection and palm rejection.What colours are available?The Plus Gen 2 comes only in Cosmic Blue, while the Gen 2 is offered in Cosmic Blue and Seashell.How much do they cost?Lenovo lists the Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 at around €849 and the Yoga Tab Gen 2 at around €649 in Europe; some reports suggest slightly higher figures and unofficial US pricing, but Lenovo hasn't confirmed US prices yet.end of article