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LG launches 2026 Gram laptops with new lightweight alloy

LG has launched its 2026 Gram laptop series, with prices starting at $1,150 for the base Gram Book model. A key innovation is the use of a proprietary aluminum-magnesium alloy called "Aerominum," which significantly reduces weight while enhancing durability and rigidity. The new lineup includes various screen sizes and configurations, with higher-end models like the Gram Pro and 2-in-1 variants featuring advanced processors and larger storage capacities. AI

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RANK_REASON This is a product launch for a consumer electronics device, not a frontier AI model release or significant industry event.

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LG launches 2026 Gram laptops with new lightweight alloy

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 (CA) · [email protected] (Will Shanklin) ·

    LG's 2026 Gram laptop lineup starts at $1,150

    They're available today from LG's website.