YES when they released the model they put a trackpoint pointing device in it. It was probably one of the best moves they could have made , and i hope you enjoy your IBM Thinkpad T42.
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IBM thinkpad, definitely.
A nipple mouse, also known as a trackpoint or pointing stick, is a small joystick-like device embedded in the keyboard of some laptops, primarily used for cursor control. It allows users to navigate the screen by applying pressure in different directions. This design was popularized by IBM ThinkPad laptops and is valued for its compactness and ability to operate without moving hands away from the keyboard. While it offers precise control, opinions on its usability vary among users.
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IBM first debuted Thinkpad tablets in 2012. The Thinkpad had been a part of the IBM brand since 1982. Currently the tablet is owned by Lenovo and is not the most popular model of tablet.
No. IBM did design and sell the original ThinkPad laptop. However, a company named Lenovo has been manufacturing and marketing the ThinkPad laptop since 2005.
The first IBM ThinkPad was released in 1992 for Japan, and 1995 for the US, and around the same time for Canada.
The IBM Thinkpad name was suggested by IBM employee Denny Wainwright. Denny came up with the name because he had a "THINK" notepad in his pocket.
The ThinkPad R40 was produce by IBM. Lenovo now owns the ThinkPad brand, so support issues are serviced through that company, instead of the former owner IBM.
The IBM ThinkPad T42 weighs 6.2 pounds. Also it has a width of 13" depth of 10.6" and height of 1.3". The ThinkPad is also very sturdy and has good performance.
This question is a physics problem which can be solved by knowing the forces acting inside the screen. However, reviews say that the IBM Thinkpad is developed especially for hard use and not just for appearances. With care, an IBM Thinkpad is expected to last a long time.
IBM Thinkpad R51 can be purchased in following websites: Amazon or eBay or eCrater or Prontocharger or TopMicroUSA or AttaticTrunk or Innovate PC or eBay-Nurtech.