Lenovo, Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment announced Lenovo Legion will continue powering transformational experiences for Apex Legends Global Series esports competitors as it takes its official gaming equipment partnership to the next level.

As one of the world’s top PC maker, Lenovo is committed to providing high-performance equipment for top-tier competitive gaming experiences. Lenovo will provide more than 400 high-performance Lenovo Legion PCs and gaming monitors for all Apex Legends Global Series Majors – enabling the best in the world play on some of the best gaming equipment.

“The popularity of esports is skyrocketing and striving to be increasingly inclusive with more players forming teams – growing its worldwide fanbase to over 474 million total viewers on the edge of their seats. With all eyes on this competitive industry, it’s now a lasting cultural phenomenon without borders,” said Emily Ketchen, CMO and Vice President of Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo. “The future of global esports will be powered by increasingly sophisticated, more immersive gaming devices like our premium Lenovo Legion lineup that can successfully accelerate a gamer’s honed skills and help them win. That’s why we’re thrilled to once again be the official PC and Monitor of the Apex Legends Global Series.”

Beyond gaining brand recognition, the partnership also means gathering user insights from the elite players gaming on Lenovo Legion products when under pressure. Those inputs will be combined with data and research captured from influencer councils and the Lenovo Legion gaming community and channelled to Lenovo engineers, designers and user experience teams to help deliver more advanced, high-performance future generation devices.

Engineered to help eliminate heat, the Lenovo Legion T730 tower serves as a stunning powerhouse with Intel® Core i7 overclocked processors and supercharged NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPUs all optimally cooled via Lenovo Coldfront 2.0 with Liquid Cooling. Paired with an external display powered by the fastest refresh rate in the world of esports for 360Hz gameplay, the Lenovo Legion Y25g-30 IPS gaming monitor delivers near-instant responses in the heat of battle. With NVIDIA G-SYNC and NVIDIA Reflex technologies, the monitor is designed to help prevent screen-tearing and motion blur, as well as bring out sharp images and details during competitive play when winning and losing can depend on milliseconds.

The thick of competition season kicks off online with Split One of the Pro League on October 16, 2021, which continues on into the final series of the live championship in July 2022. The partnership is expected to run through July 2022.

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From ride sharing to flipping fashion, the ‘Side Hustle’ has become increasingly common for the ambitious youth looking to supplement their income by monetizing passions and skills outside of their day job.

Gaming and esports has boomed in recent years but recent research by Lenovo Legion shows that many gamers are unsure of how to turn their passion into a viable income generator (81%).

With only 37% of respondents having considered a career in streaming, Lenovo Legion has collaborated with Click Management – the leading management company representing Australia’s largest gaming and technology influencers. 

Aiming to promote streaming as a viable side-hustle for hobbyists looking to monetize their passion, Lenovo Legion and Click Management will give one streamer the opportunity to learn from the best in the business with exclusive mentorship.

As the second phase of their successful Epprenticeship program, Lenovo Legion will offer ANZ gamers the chance to take their passion for gaming to new heights with a prize that includes Lenovo Legion equipment – valued at over $3000 AUD – and two money-can’t-buy mentorship opportunities with the Click Management team. This will include a 1:1 session with CEO and co-founder, Grace Watkins, and one of Australia’s most successful and beloved streamers, Elliott Watkins – A.K.A Muselk.

CEO of Click Management, Grace Watkins, who works with some of the country’s most successful gaming influencers said, “Streaming continues to be an immensely lucrative and rewarding space and, in many ways, is the perfect ‘side hustle’. Many successful streamers that we’ve worked with started their careers while holding down a day job or studies. We’re looking forward to collaborating with Lenovo Legion for phase II of their ‘Epprenticeship program to share some valuable advice on how to take a passion for streaming to a new level.”   

Gaming Business Development Manager for Lenovo Legion, Ben Williams, explained why Lenovo has launched their second Epprenticeship.

“Off the back of overwhelming support for the first Epprenticeship, we wanted to give ANZ gamers another chance to kick-start their dreams in this great industry. Earlier this year, we saw hundreds of applicants across Australia and New Zealand demonstrate their passion for a career in the industry”, explained Williams.

“The first Epprenticeship winner, Amy Campbell, has become a part of the Legion family and is beyond expanding her knowledge of viable careers in gaming, she has now gone on to start to build one! This time around, we will be offering one winner the opportunity to win prizes and mentorship that will help them launch their side-hustle dreams”.

 How to apply

Lenovo Legion is looking for an entertaining,  passionate and driven gamer who is ready to take their streaming skills to the next level with tips from some of top streaming talent in the country – along with some up and coming streamers.

If you can shoot the breeze while you shoot the competition, score a goal while you score the last laugh, level up while you level with your fans – then submit your application via their official website. 

A gamer’s dream, this opportunity will team you up with established gaming icons to teach you the pillars of a successful career in gaming. To enter, hopeful applicants should head to official website to submit a short video detailing why you want to be the next Lenovo Legion Gaming Epprentice and demonstrating your passion for gaming.

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New research reveals Australia is a nation of gamers, with 7 in 10 (69%) Aussies aged 16 – 45 saying they have spent time gaming during the COVID-19 lockdown period and over half (52%) doing so to reduce stress or improve mental health (23%).

The research also finds more than 1.2 million Aussies are gaming for social connection during isolation.

In fact, as Australians on average clock up over 10.5 hours gaming a week, as many as 6 in 10 say they would consider a career in gaming. Surprisingly, only 19% know what steps they need to take to break into the industry and just 11% are aware of the full breadth of gaming careers available.

To address this, Lenovo is offering gamers a chance to win a trial of their dream career through the Lenovo Legion Gaming Epprenticeship. Lenovo Legion will equip an everyday gamer with the right technology and professional tips to develop their skills and highlight the professional opportunities in gaming.

The successful competition applicant will be paid $5,000 and receive the latest Legion equipment to hone their competitive gaming, streaming and game development skills. The successful applicant will receive a unique experience with three 1:1 training sessions to learn about some of the key aspects of the gaming industry, from streaming and content creation, to building games and honing their competitive gaming skills.

Amongst the trainers will be well known Australian TV presenter, Twitch broadcaster, Author and video game critic Stephanie ‘Hex’ Bendixsen along with representatives from the University of Queensland Union Esports and radio Anchor, Founder and Managing Director of Game On AUS and General Manager of Pentanet.GG Esports, Pete Curulli.

Ben Williams, Gaming Business Development Manager for Australia and New Zealand, commented: “We know 60% of Aussies would consider a career in gaming but fewer than 2 in 10 know how to achieve this. With help from our experts, the Lenovo Legion Epprenticeship will shed some light on this diverse industry. We’re excited to help the successful applicant hone their skills and equip them with our stylishly savage Legion range.”

Stephanie ‘Hex’ Bendixsen, commented: “Like so many of us, lockdown has provided me with even more time to immerse myself in games and enjoy the benefits of social connection. To be able to help another passionate gamer learn the tools of the trade to achieve their dream job, just like I have been lucky enough to do, is such a privilege. I’m really looking forward to sharing the experience I have in breaking into the industry and putting the new Legion range through its paces along the way.”

Lenovo Legion is looking for a passionate, knowledge-hungry gamer who is ready to bring their skills to the next level with tips from some of the biggest names out there. A gamer’s dream, this opportunity will team you up with established gaming icons to teach you the pillars of a successful career in gaming. To enter, hopeful applicants should head to LegionEpprentice.com.au to submit a short video detailing why you want to be the next Lenovo Legion Gaming Epprentice and demonstrating your passion for gaming.

Of Australia’s lockdown gamers, nearly all (95%) expect to still spend time gaming once restrictions end. However, with more time spent on-the–go, gamers expect they will have to sacrifice two hours of game play per week, spending approx. 8.5 hours gaming.

As Australian restrictions ease and the return to the office begins, gamers will need portable devices that are stylish for work but savage for play. The latest Generation of Lenovo Legion PCs powered by Intel core processors offer a solution for everyday computing and hardcore gaming with five new models to choose from, each device offering a unique blend of uncompromised engineering and industrial design.

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Today’s gamers want the option to be unglued from their desks and battle stations for intense gameplay.

To help address this player need, Lenovo has leveled up five gaming laptops in its strong line-up with the latest 9th Gen Intel Core high-performance mobile processors and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 and 1660 Ti GPUs, plus added two new laptops, the Lenovo Legion Y7000 SE and IdeaPad L340 Gaming, to its gaming offerings.

First unveiled at CES, the upgraded Lenovo Legion Y740, Y540 and Y545 laptops are more than powerful enough to handle today’s most graphically intensive titles, from action-packed MOBAs (multiplayer online battle arena), scenic RPGs (roleplaying games) to heart-pounding FPS (first-person shooters).

Supercharged with new graphics and processor options, using a desktop PC for amped-performance is now just player’s choice, not a requirement. Lenovo laptops offer modern gamers the tri-fold experience of unparalleled mobility with sleek sophistication on the outside and savage performance and fast screen refresh rates on the inside; three huge reasons to take on triple-A titles with Lenovo at your fingertips.

Lenovo Legion Y740 15″

Gameplay at the Highest Settings in any Setting Enhanced features such as more powerful CPUs and GPUs with nearly zero waiting times are attributes gamers value most, according to the latest Lenovo PC gaming whitepaper, “Next Gen Gamers: Beyond the Stereotype.” Through a panel of 7,800 global respondents, Lenovo is listening to the gaming community on what they want from their current gaming PC, and their next.

“Gamers rank graphics as most important; and unlike some other types of PC buyers, they’re confident in their ability to understand the pros and cons of different hardware specifications, making them different from other consumers. And at Lenovo, we believe different is better,” said Dilip Bhatia, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo.

Gamers need to be ready to play in any scenario—on their couch, at their desk, or in a hotel room. Lenovo is committed to bringing gamers the high-performance tools they need to play wherever they are and how they want, for a fun and immersive experience every time.

Lenovo Legion Y740 17″

Gamers can get their hands on our premium offering that has only gotten better over time. The Lenovo Legion Y740 comes refreshed with up to the latest 9th Gen Intel Core i7 mobile processor and Windows 10 Home. Choose from top-of-the-line graphics with up to next-gen NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 with Max-Q design, available on both the 15-inch and 17-inch model, or the latest GeForce GTX 1660 Ti as another GPU option.

The Lenovo Legion Y740’s optional 144Hz Full HD (1920 x 1080) display has NVIDIA G-SYNC available, designed to diminish annoying screen-tearing and stutters. With support for Dolby Vision and a brighter screen at up to 500 nits, the Lenovo Legion Y740 brings entertainment to life.

Match its new ultra-vivid picture quality with the best of audio with Dolby Atmos Speaker System with Dolby Sound Radar for sound quality that places the gamer inside the action, even on-the-go. Plus, get optional 32GB DDR4 2666Mhz memory and 100 percent anti-ghosting CORSAIR iCue RGB backlit keyboard and system lighting with nearly 16 million color customization options.

Lenovo Legion Y7000

With a sleek aluminum metal design, the refreshed Lenovo Legion Y545 delivers a ton of gaming muscle per millimeter. Enjoy next generation specs with up to the new 9th Gen Intel Core i7 mobile processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 GPU, as well as GeForce GTX 1660 Ti and 1650 GPU options.

Packed with features typically unavailable in portable form factors, the Lenovo Legion Y5451 laptop delivers desktop-like performance in a conveniently portable package. Thermally optimized to run cooler and quieter with a full-sized white backlit keyboard, this laptop is primed for those who demand gaming wherever life takes them.

Looking for a bit more spice in a 15-inch gaming laptop? Introducing the Lenovo Legion Y7000 SE. With crimson red “Y” lighting and full-sized red-backlit keyboard, its look is seriously bold to complement the latest generation graphics, memory and storage. Get up to 9th Gen Intel Core i7 mobile processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 GPU or choose between GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or 1650 GPUs.

With its thin bezels, the Lenovo Legion Y7000 SE packs more than two million pixels into a near-edgeless 15-inch Full HD display. Combined with up to 144 Hz refresh rate, 300 nits of brightness, and an IPS antiglare screen, this laptop brings games to life.

Lenovo Legion Y540 17″

Available in both 15-inch and 17-inch, with up to a GeForce RTX 2060 GPU and 9th Gen Intel Core i7 mobile processor, the Lenovo Legion Y540 packs a hefty amount of power at a more accessible price point. Both models come in Raven Black, lasting up to six hours to provide plenty of time to find that save point while on-the-go.

Don’t worry about overheating during intense gaming sessions either. It features the innovative Lenovo Legion Coldfront dual fan thermal layout that keeps things nice and cool, regardless if you’re playing low needs titles or graphical powerhouses.

The 15-inch Lenovo Legion Y540 weighs-in at only 2.3kg (5.1 lbs) for portability and offers a white backlit keyboard and under 1ms input response time for the win. It also comes with Harman Kardon speakers and supports Dolby Atmos to pull the player into the game with powerful, moving audio that sweeps all around —designed to offer a competitive edge and more intense experience.

Lenovo IdeaPad L340 17″

With cool blue lighting and elegant design, the Lenovo IdeaPad L340 Gaming is an ideal mainstream laptop for the modern multi-tasker and undercover gamer. Game in ‘Quick’ mode or work in ‘Quiet’ mode, it’s the player’s call with a simple function setting that can shift modes, instantly.

Available in 15-inch or 17-inch, the Lenovo IdeaPad L340 Gaming has next-gen features including up to the latest 9th Gen Intel Core i7 mobile processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPUs, and jaw-dropping Dolby Audio hardwired into the laptop to take portable gaming into another dimension.

Get to know seamless play at game-ready speeds by adding the Intel Optane memory option to the IdeaPad L340 Gaming, engineered for faster start-up times and the power needed to outshoot, outrun, and outsmart the opponents and take your gaming to the edge with Lenovo Legion.

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Players expect higher performing hardware to get the most out of their systems whether they’re competitive eSports players, PC gaming enthusiasts, or those interested in massive multiplayer experiences or looking to play their favorite single-player titles at the highest settings.

Based on feedback from the gaming community, performance is the number one thing they value most. To fulfill gamers’ needs, Lenovo is turning user feedback into product ideas. And to ensure our products continue to meet and exceed users’ evolving needs, we continually fine tune and improve our innovations. As a result, the latest Lenovo Legion gaming line-up is more powerful than ever — with a new range of high-performance PCs and an entire family of re-designed gaming accessories and monitors.

Today at CES, Lenovo released details on their latest gaming additions to the Lenovo Legion line-up with savage new Lenovo Legion Y740 and Y540 Laptops, Lenovo Legion K500 RGB Mechanical Keyboard and M500 RGB Gaming Mouse, ergonomic Lenovo Legion H500 Pro 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset and H300 Stereo Gaming Headset, the stylish Lenovo Legion Y27gq Monitor and Y44w Monitor for ultra-fast, smooth and immersive gaming, upgraded Lenovo Legion T730 and T530 towers and C730 and C530 cubes to the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 GPUs

Each of these products are designed to deliver the speed and performance gamers need to succeed at the highest level, whether at home or on the go.

Lenovo know that gamers come from diverse backgrounds. They can be students or working professionals, which is why we designed the new Lenovo Legion portfolio to look just as great in a living room as it would in a conference room. This gaming line-up is engineered to handle the toughest technical challenges while retaining a clean aesthetic that won’t feel out of place in any environment.

Built to accommodate the on-the-go gamer, Lenovo Legion laptops have only gotten better over time. This year, these sleek, modern laptops have been upgraded so that they are in step with the higher performance that players demand in 2019. Available with up to the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs, Intel Core processors and Windows 10 Home, these laptops offer blazing-fast gaming speeds to play the latest releases, photo and video editing, binge-watching shows, or multitasking simultaneously at once. On top of this, there are no flashy lights or garish colors to distract, thanks to their discreet design.

The top-of-the-line Lenovo Legion Y740 has what the most serious core gamer needs. The cutting-edge GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q GPU is available on the 15-inch model, giving it more than enough power to run the latest action-filled titles. Its bigger 17-inch sibling supplies even more power with up to the GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q GPU, upgraded from the last generation’s GeForce GTX 10-series GPUs.

Both sizes come with up to 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processors, optional 32GB DDR4 2666Mhz memory, and 100 percent anti-ghosting CORSAIR iCue RGB backlit keyboard and system lighting with over 16 million color customisation options. The Lenovo Legion Y740 also features Dolby Atmos Speaker System with Dolby Sound Radar for rich moving audio that places you inside the action from speakers custom designed by Dolby.

If you’re sonmeone who can’t stand screen-tearing and stutters then the Lenovo Legion Y740’s optional 144Hz Full HD (1920 x 1080) display has optional NVIDIA G-SYNC designed to eliminate that. With support for Dolby Vision and a brighter screen at up to 500 nits, the Lenovo Legion Y740 will bring entertainment to life through ultra-vivid picture quality.

With up to a GeForce RTX 2060 GPU and Intel Core processors, the 15-inch Lenovo Legion Y540 also packs a hefty amount of power at a more accessible price point. Competing on the go with your multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) team? The Lenovo Legion Y540 weighs only 2.3kg (5.1 lbs) for portability and gives you a white backlit keyboard offering under 1ms input response time for the win. It also comes with Harman Kardon speakers and supports Dolby Atmos, which pulls you into the game with powerful, moving audio that sweeps all around you, designed to offer a competitive edge and more intense experience.

Both new laptops are outfitted with an upgraded battery over their predecessors, lasting up to six hours² to give you plenty of time to find that save spot while on the go. Don’t worry about overheating during the most intense gaming sessions either. They feature the innovative Lenovo Legion Coldfront dual fan thermal layout that keeps things nice and cool, regardless if you’re playing low-needs titles or graphical powerhouses.

Core gamers know the most important part of their peripheral arsenal is an accurate and responsive mouse. With ergonomic textured grips, you won’t lose track of where you are or cramp up in the heat of an intense player vs player game.

And with a Pixart PMW 3389 sensor, featuring 16,000 dpi, 50g 400 IPS tracking precision and OMRON micro switches, those headshots and powerful abilities will land where you want them to. It’s also totally customisable, with additional side buttons for any abilities you need to hit on a whim.

Of course mechanical keyboards are integral to an avid gamer’s toolkit. That’s why we’re introducing the Lenovo Legion K500 RGB Mechanical Keyboard. Bringing a modern, minimalist design, this keyboard delivers the ultra-fast response time that can only be found in red switches and anti-ghosting with 104-key rollover for more precise combinations and moves in even the most intense situations.

Need to make sure that combo is going to land? The more accurate Lenovo Legion K500 RGB Mechanical Keyboard will help you pull it off.

Combine the keyboard and mouse with some serious audio. Knowing your surroundings is the key to success in any gaming situation, whether you’re trying to hear the footsteps of an enemy in a first-person shooter or keeping up to date with build orders in a real-time strategy game (RTS), the new Lenovo Legion gaming headsets present the right tools.

The Lenovo Legion H300 Stereo Gaming Headset is made for the gamer who wants to play all day or all night while staying comfortable. With its sturdy all-metal design and dynamic 50mm drivers, it provides amazing sound while still staying lightweight enough to wear for hours at a time.

Meanwhile, the Lenovo Legion H500 Pro 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset offers driverless 7.1 surround sound right out of the box, designed to give the more serious core gamer the advantage they need to bring down their opponents. Both headsets’ retractable boom mics provide clearer communication and portability, engineered for you to hear callouts you need from your teammate.

Your games will sound good with the new Lenovo Legion gaming headsets, but you’ll also want great visuals to match like the new Lenovo Legion Y27gq and Y44w Monitors.

An ultra-wide 43.4-inch curved display with 3840 x 1200 resolution and a peak display brightness of 450 nits, the Lenovo Legion Y44w Monitor is made for any gamer that wants a panoramic field of view. Whether it’s for racing titles or fight sims, this monitor’s designed for you to catch every frame of the action with its lightning-fast 144Hz refresh rate. Also equipped with VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400 coupled with AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 technology, players get a silky smooth experience without screen tearing.

For the gamer who wants the latest technology, we’ve built a 27-inch Lenovo Legion Y27gq Monitor with 2560 x 1440 resolution and superfast 240Hz refresh rate. This monitor is designed to give players the opportunity to take advantage of every possible frame, whether you’re canceling normals into supers in your favorite fighting game or nailing that perfect play in your preferred MOBA. And with NVIDIA G-SYNC technology built in, it’s designed so that flickering or screen tearing don’t take away from the gaming experience.

Gamers need to be ready to play in any scenario – on their couch, at their desk, or in a hotel room far away from home. And Lenovo Legion is committed to bringing high-performance tools the gaming community who needs to play how they want, wherever they want for a fun and immersive experience.

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Ubisoft and Lenovo have announced Lenovo Legion as the official PC and monitor sponsor of Ubisoft’s Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Siege Pro League and Majors in an exclusive global partnership. The partnership will extend for the duration of the Rainbow Six Siege Pro League season, from Autumn 2018 through Autumn 2019 across North America, EMEA, Asia Pacific and Latin America.

Lenovo is providing a range of high-performance gaming hardware that will be put into the hands of some of the world’s most dedicated and skilled Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege players to push their limits in competition. The partnership also includes co-branding and co-promotion, as well as an invitation for fans to join global giveaway contests and a unique in-game Lenovo Legion charm that can be unlocked through an in-game challenge.

Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege attracts and engages more than 30 million players, and its esports enthusiast fan-base is growing fast: the Six Invitational 2018 saw a 300% increase in viewership versus last year’s SI, with a peak at 321,000 concurrent viewers during its Grand Final. Lenovo is equipping the Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six pro teams with high-performance hardware for the speed and power that professional players demand.

“Forming partnerships is an important part of Lenovo’s gaming strategy. With Ubisoft, we share a deep commitment in supporting the professional esports community and gaming fan-base,” said Jeff Meredith, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Lenovo’s Consumer PCs and Smart Devices. “Combining Lenovo’s consumer technology expertise with Ubisoft’s competitive and immersive content was a natural fit to offer gaming enthusiasts a best-in-class gaming and viewing experience.”

“The signing of this key partnership with Lenovo Legion is a clear signal that the Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Pro League is reaching maturity, now attracting major partners while continuously growing,” said Geoffroy Sardin, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Ubisoft EMEA. “We cannot wait to unfold the extent of this partnership during our key events throughout the year, for instance at the Six Major Paris this August.”

Fans can follow all the high-powered action via @LenovoLegion on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and on Twitch when Season 8 begins in June 2018.

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