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Well, it's typical Thinkpad design, and Lenovo doesn't compete based on looks.

I suppose if style is the main consideration when purchasing a computer, Apple is hard to beat.

I'd have a hard time believing that style would be the main consideration if it's going to be a work laptop. Though I suppose to be fair, the OP never specified.

Style is actually a primary consideration in the design of the Thinkpad line. It's not enough to be reliable, it also has to look reliable.

People complaining about the design are often failing to correctly identify the intended user.

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