How ThinkPads Became The Internet's Favorite Laptop

Eric Murphy May 10, 2024
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If you've ever spent any time on the internet, there's a good chance you've heard of how amazing Lenovo ThinkPad laptops are. They're the GOAT laptop brand, and if you're a *real* power user, you know how much better they are than the lowly MacBook. But how did they gain their legendary status and cult-like fanbase online? Are they really all that special, and do they live up to the hype? Find out in this video... 💸 Support the Channel: https://ericmurphy.xyz/donate 🌐 My website: https://ericmurphy.xyz 🎥 Watch my videos on Odysee: https://odysee.com/@ericnmurphy 0:00: Intro 0:45 Corporate heaven 3:03 The Macbook-ification of the laptop 6:18 The meme, the myth, the legend 8:03 The downfall of the ThinkPad 9:32 ThinkPad society and its future

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