Lenovo unveils retro ThinkPad for 25th anniversary

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16 points·artsandsci··5 comments

This retro version highlights what I like about the Thinkpad line -- it is what it is and it's proud of what it is. It's a no nonsense line of laptops meant for business.

Compare this "retro" version to today's version -- there's not too much difference. Lenovo tried experimenting with being hip via sub-brands and technologies (touch bar, Yoga, etc.), which is fine, but the Thinkpad line's core identity hasn't really shifted. If you want a Windows laptop that works and can withstand a decent amount of punishment, go with a Thinkpad.

I just wish they'd make up their mind about the buttons that surround the arrow keys.

Sometimes it's page-back / page-forward, sometimes it's pgup / pgdown .. with both options being equally annoying.

Anybody see anything about solid Linux compatibility? I was hoping they'd have more information on that.

16:9 will never be retro. I personally like the new keyboard (T430-onwards) and while I enjoy the new ports, I will stick with purchasing 5 year old thinkpads on Ebay for under $150.

Came here to upvote this inevitable comment. I am still waiting for the glorious future when laptop manufacturers realize that watching movies isn't necessarily the sole (or primary) purpose of their products, and that activities like editing and reading documents benefit from having vertical space.

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