Axel said:
Check out brands that make hinges properly, like those that use drilled/milled holes instead of glue. ThinkPad and MacBook come to mind.
Magnesium chassis ThinkPads are great for this, as well as EliteBooks, ZBooks, and 9000-series Latitudes.
Axel said:
Check out brands that make hinges properly, like those that use drilled/milled holes instead of glue. ThinkPad and MacBook come to mind.
Ironically, most 360-degree hinge laptops have really weak hinges.
The greatest technician that’s ever lived.
Zander said:
The greatest technician that’s ever lived.
I don’t know him. Is he really that popular? 
Companies don’t want to sell us laptops that last forever.
I’ve been trying to find this for so long for this forum. Thanks for posting it.
Remember when Lenovo had that cool glassy hinge? It lasted for like two generations, then disappeared.
I don’t move my laptop around much, so I keep the lid open all the time to reduce wear and tear. A little dust on the keyboard isn’t a big deal compared to a broken hinge.
It’s simple: They want you to pay them more often for repairs. There’s your answer.