Good Bye My 20 Years Old Friend: Apple

Switching from MacBook to ThinkPad taught me the value of freedom in tech: customization over polish, utility over aesthetics

Can Artuc
6 min readApr 6, 2024

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In the fast-paced world of technology, our gadgets often feel like extensions of ourselves. They’re not just tools but companions in our daily lives, helping us create, communicate, and navigate the world. For a long time, my Apple Macbook Pro was my steadfast companion. It was more than just a laptop; it was a gateway to creativity, productivity, and connection.

However, as with any long-term relationship, the time came when I started to feel the urge for change. This is why I left my Macbook Pro for a Lenovo ThinkPad, what I gained, lost, and everything in between.

It is not my first time using Linux, but I have never used it primarily as my daily driver. I always had my Apple machine, but I have also done many things with my Linux ecosystem.

Some time ago, I began to question my choices, and I also came to an end with Ubuntu. Here is my article about it:

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