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Apple's MacBook Line: A 20-Year Influence on Laptop Design

Apple's MacBook line has significantly influenced the laptop industry over the past two decades. From early models like the PowerBook 100 to the iconic MacBook Air and Pro, Apple has consistently pushed design boundaries. Their introduction of unibody construction and high-resolution displays has been widely emulated by PC manufacturers, shaping the modern laptop aesthetic and functionality. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses the historical impact and design influence of Apple's MacBook line on the broader laptop industry.

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Apple's MacBook Line: A 20-Year Influence on Laptop Design

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Devindra Hardawar) ·

    20 Years of MacBook: How Apple shaped the laptops we use today

    Apple has influenced everything from unibody laptop cases to high-res screens.