[jacobjellyfish]

because Apple designed it this way so that you'd spend more $ on the Pro model.

[metaloha]

Are there any laptops that work this way? Why would anyone even want the lid open if they're not using the screen? A stand-alone keyboard is a lot more convenient and you can get one you like instead of the partial one most laptops have.

[amichail]

Why not let the user decide whether they want to use an external keyboard or not in this scenario?