Do some laptops (like the IBM R51) hold built-in microphones?

Answer:

the R51 should own one and inbuilt speakers as well. Many laptops hold inbuilt mikes but make sure previously you lay money on the table (ask the vendor, read the specs). Sometimes they are a bit bit hard to find as from outside they look mostly approaching a tiny hole with the microphon symbol beside it.
Some do, I dont know almost that one though.
Most current ones do, read the specs before you buy.
Most Samsungs enjoy a built in mike.
The unsullied HP series do.
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