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Lenovo abandons separate magnesium frame for latest P16 Gen 3 laptop after 20 years — robust feature introduced in ThinkPad T60 in 2006, company now integrates material into outer shell for a thinner design

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Lenovo has made a significant design change in its latest P16 Gen 3 laptop by integrating the magnesium subframe directly into the outer shell, abandoning the separate magnesium frame that has been a feature of the ThinkPad P series for the past 20 years. This move aims to create a thinner design for the laptop, departing from the traditional robustness provided by the magnesium roll cage. While the magnesium alloy is commonly used in premium laptops for its lightweight and rigid properties, Lenovo's decision to integrate it into the frame may be a response to the ongoing memory chip shortage affecting the tech industry. The new design alteration may raise concerns about the device's durability and reliability, especially given the high price tag of the ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 models.

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