The ThinkPad Legend: David Hill's 22-Year Journey

This article delves into the 22-year career of David Hill, the legendary designer behind many iconic ThinkPad features. He shares the stories behind the design of the TrackPoint, the innovative butterfly keyboard (and why more weren't made), and the ThinkLight. Hill also reveals unrealized projects, like a foldable all-in-one desktop and more laptops with the butterfly keyboard. The article further recounts how, after Lenovo's acquisition of IBM's PC division, Hill led the creation of the ultra-thin and light ThinkPad X300, proving Lenovo's ability to innovate while upholding ThinkPad's legacy.