A Yoga Laptop:
Lenovo features its Yoga
brand of convertibles. The screen folds back entirely to become a tablet-style
computer.
Convertible Laptop:
Windows laptop computer
that can be switched to a tablet style. Also called a "2-in-1," the
screen folds back all the way around, turning the machine into a rectangular
slate. Because the keyboard is still attached, convertibles are heavier and
thicker than regular tablets without keyboards.
Convertible Vs. Hybrid:
The convertible's screen
remains on the unit, whereas the screen on a hybrid laptop (a
"detachable") is removed to become the tablet. However, the terms
"convertible" and "hybrid" are used interchangeably for
both kinds of these double-duty machines. See hybrid laptop, Tablet PC and
Windows 8.
Earlier Swivel Screen Models:
The feature of the
Fujitsu (top) and Novero laptop (bottom) was a screen that first swiveled
around in order to fold back on top of the keyboard.