A look at the rise of "Frankenstein" laptops in India, made by salvaging parts from multiple brands and sold to students, gig workers, and small businesses (The Verge)

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A look at the rise of "Frankenstein" laptops in India, made by salvaging parts from multiple brands and sold to students, gig workers, and small businesses (The Verge)

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