frameworkcomputer

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

We're handing out adapter boards to developers who want to get an early start on creating Framework Laptop 16 Input Modules. Get the details and apply for one here:

https://community.frame.work/t/input-module-developer-program/34627

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

We saw interest from businesses much earlier than we expected to. It turns out companies want the same thing consumers do: deeper ownership and product longevity. We launched the Framework for Business portal today to continue to scale that:

https://frame.work/framework-for-business

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

We shipped the first Framework Laptops almost exactly two years ago. It feels like we've gone through a couple of lifetimes since then! (post from 2021) https://frame.work/blog/the-framework-laptop-is-now-shipping-and-press-reviews

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

If you want to be one of the first people to try out a Framework Laptop 16, we'll have pre-production demo systems on hand at LTXexpo this weekend in Vancouver. This is our first ever public event, so stop by the booth to say hi!

We'll also have special limited edition merch to hand out to anyone who stops by with their Framework Laptop or a preorder for an upcoming one. 🎁

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

Something fun @jorge put together for the community - https://community.frame.work/t/custom-fedora-oci-images-for-framework-laptops/34253

Fedora configured, done and done, out of the box? This community fan project is absolutely worth trying. It's pretty darned impressive. https://github.com/ublue-os/bluefin#framework-images

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

Part of why Framework Laptop DIY Editions enable you to bring your own memory and storage if you prefer.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

"We would like to be all snarky and cynical about the new gadget, but in conscience, we can't: it genuinely does sound pretty good."

We built something that even TheRegister likes. https://www.theregister.com/2023/07/21/framework_16in_laptop/

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

It got buried under the other news this week, but Kimber Streams at
wirecutter did a great writeup on why product longevity is so rare in Consumer Electronics: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/why-arent-repairable-laptops-like-frameworks-common/

mcdanlj, 10 months ago to random

My Thinkpad is freezing up when I pick it up or touch the lid.

I'd pre-order a @frameworkcomputer 16 if they had a Thinkpad-like keyboard and track pad (with real separate physical buttons) available.

But having experienced the keyboard and track pad on the 13, I could not use their layout and track pad on my daily driver. 😭

So I guess it's another Thinkpad for me, and I can just hope that the newer generation have better battery life...

And curses, IPU6 webcam. Oh well, I don't use it much on my personal laptop anyway.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random French

For the true connoisseur.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

We started designing the Input Module system on Framework Laptop 16 after learning that there was almost exactly a 50/50 split between people who love numpads and people who hate them. Looking at our first 24 hours of pre-order data, that is spot on!

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

Wanted to thank everyone here for making this an amazing Mastodon experience. We're excited about what the Framework 16 has to offer and remain blown away at the community response.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

We’re excited to share that Framework Laptop 16 pre-orders are now open, with configurations powered by the latest AMD Ryzen™ CPUs and AMD Radeon™ GPUs!

Stop motion video of Framework 16.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

Before every launch, we run a contest internally to guess the number of pre-orders we'll get in the first 24 hours. We're already past even the most optimistic guess on the team (and we're a team of extreme optimists).

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

A fun YouTube short of the Framework 16.

https://youtube.com/shorts/kL3fbsY7tCQ?feature=share

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

The site is now back up and running. For context, this is by far the most server load we've ever seen, and also the fastest we've ever sold out of Batch 1 of pre-orders.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago (edited 10 months ago) to random

Edited and updated.

We're aware of the errors that customers are seeing after checkout. These orders are complete/recoverable and our team is working on the database updates now. This does not require a contact to Framework Support as we've already identified the affected orders. Thanks for your patience.

frameworkcomputer, 10 months ago to random

And so it begins....

"Nirav, Founder & CEO of Framework sat down with Frank Azor, Chief Architect of Gaming Solutions & Marketing at AMD to discuss partnership, innovation, and revolutionary design that brought this laptop to life!“

https://youtu.be/L9Ww_7wwNkM