Lenovo has taken the wraps off four innovative laptop add-ons at the Mobile World Congress, showcasing its vision for the future of mobile productivity. The company's concept accessories, designed for its ThinkBook 16P Gen 6 laptop, include a unique emoji-based AI companion, as well as advanced multi-monitor setups for power users.

The Magic Bay 2nd Display Concept is an 8-inch vertical screen designed for easy viewing of social feeds and communication apps like Slack or Microsoft Teams. The display features a 1920 x 1200 resolution 60Hz panel, making it suitable for a small screen. Meanwhile, the Magic Bay Dual Screen Concept takes the ThinkBook 16P Gen 6 and turns it into a triple-monitor setup, with two attachable 13.3-inch 2880 x 1920 resolution 120Hz displays. This setup weighs a substantial 2.62 pounds / 1.2kg, nearly as heavy as carrying a 13-inch MacBook Air with your ThinkBook.

The Dual Screen Concept, while impressive, was found to be cumbersome to set up, fold down, and put away during an early in-person preview. In contrast, the 2nd Display Concept was easy to work with and felt like a no-brainer if it ever comes to market. Lenovo's decision to explore these innovative concepts is a clear indication of its commitment to pushing the boundaries of mobile productivity.

But the most intriguing concept of all is the Magic Bay "codename Tiko" Concept, a small, round display designed to be an emoji-based AI companion. This quirky add-on is meant to provide users with a "compact AI emotional interaction companion" that "helps users stay informed and engaged throughout their workday." The Tiko emoji friend can be interacted with in a lighthearted way, such as making a heart hand gesture to receive a heart-filled response. It even comes with a cute cat case, complete with a tail.

It's unclear why Lenovo has chosen to pair these advanced multi-monitor features with a digital equivalent to an emotional support animal, but the result is undeniably charming. The Tiko Pro Concept, a slim horizontal display for widgets and Lenovo's AI Now integration, is also an interesting concept, although details are scarce. Whether any of these concepts will make it to market remains to be seen, but Lenovo's willingness to experiment and push boundaries is certainly commendable.

Lenovo's showcase at MWC is a testament to the company's commitment to innovation and its willingness to take risks. As the tech industry continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how these concepts develop and whether they will have a lasting impact on the world of mobile productivity.