I agree, LG is a pretty awful brand all around but I really like the idea of new lighter materials used in consumer hardware. Moving away from plastics to metal frames has been nothing but a fashion mistake.
I agree, LG is a pretty awful brand all around but I really like the idea of new lighter materials used in consumer hardware. Moving away from plastics to metal frames has been nothing but a fashion mistake.
boonhet@sopuli.xyz 4 hours ago
I’ve actually always liked the solid feel of Macbooks. There are lighter laptops out there, but few if any feel as solid. At least in the class I touch outside Macbooks (Thinkpad T series).
masterspace@lemmy.ca 19 minutes ago
I have both a gram and a MacBook that my work forces on me.
Lmao, if you want a heavy brick that can survive a fall then buy a Think Book.
If you want a light laptop that’s easy to carry around then buy a Gram.
MacBooks heavy feel is literally just them overcharging you for something brittle. It’s like being charged more for furniture because it’s heavy only to find outs it’s made with MDF.
drmoose@lemmy.world 3 hours ago
Hard disagree, macbooks have some of the most unergonomic and awful frame design. The sharp corner alone are just so peak stupidity.
I think people fall for “heavy == quality” falacy way too often here especially since the aluminum frame is actually worse at protecting the internals.
boonhet@sopuli.xyz 3 hours ago
I just like the rigidity. I hate bendy laptops.
Why would I need the internals protected? Like most laptops, none of mine move around a lot. If I worked out in the field, I’d get something actually tough, sure. But I don’t need a Toughbook.
drmoose@lemmy.world 2 hours ago
You need internals protected from basic shock. Macbooks are notoriously very poor regarding drops while you can play volleyball with a plastic thinkpad.