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gadgets1 month ago•17 min saved

Framework’s Pro Laptop Bets on Linux, Touchscreen and Easy Upgrades

Framework unveils the Laptop 13 Pro, a highly repairable, modular notebook that now adds a touchscreen and ships with Linux pre-installed (Ubuntu option) or Windows 11. It offers Intel Core Ultra or Ryzen 300‑series CPUs, promises longer battery life (up to ~20 hours in streaming tests), and preserves upgrade paths via replaceable mainboard/keyboard and expansion bays. Ubuntu models start at $1,500, with Windows configurations around $1,700, targeting power users who want to ditch Windows.

via Gizmodo|

#framework #gadgets #laptops

gadgets1 month ago•57 min saved

Framework Laptop 13 Pro targets Linux users with upgrade-friendly, modular design

Framework unveils the Laptop 13 Pro, its first fully machined aluminum chassis laptop with a 13.5-inch 3:2 2.8K display, haptic trackpad, Ubuntu option, 74Wh battery, Intel Core Ultra Series 3, LPCAMM2 memory, and a design that supports upgrading components and compatibility with the existing Laptop 13, starting at $1,199 DIY or $1,499 prebuilt, with preorder today and first shipments in June, aiming to position it as a Linux-friendly MacBook Pro rival.

via The Verge|

#framework #gadgets #laptops

technology8 months ago•9 min saved

Minisforum AI X1 Pro: The Upgradable Mac Mini Alternative

The Minisforum AI X1 Pro is a compact, upgradeable mini PC with a powerful AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, extensive ports, and customizable memory and storage, making it a flexible Windows alternative to the Mac Mini, though its integrated graphics and value compared to laptops should be considered.

via CNET|

#design #mini-pc #performance

technology9 months ago•10 min saved

Mini PC Delivers Surprising Performance for Living Room Use

The article reviews the Framework Desktop, a modular and upgradeable mini PC that performs impressively for gaming and everyday tasks, making it a versatile and stylish addition to a living room entertainment setup, especially with its ability to handle demanding games on a 4K TV without a discrete GPU.

via Tom's Guide|

#framework-desktop #gaming #living-room-gaming

technology9 months ago•1 min saved

Framework Desktop: The Compact, Easy-to-Build PC That Challenges Conventions

The Framework Desktop, despite being less modular than its laptop counterparts, offers a compact, powerful, and customizable small form factor PC suitable for gaming and content creation, with a unique design and no bloatware.

via The Verge|

#compact-pc #desktop #framework

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

Minisforum Unveils Powerful, Customizable Mini PCs and AI Innovations at COMPUTEX 2025

The Minisforum G1 Pro is a surprisingly powerful and customizable mini PC that resembles a PS5, featuring a full desktop Nvidia RTX 5060 GPU, upgradeable graphics card, and a sleek design, making it an impressive option for gaming and versatile use in a compact form factor.

via Tom's Guide|

#compact-design #gaming #mini-pc

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Introducing Framework's Affordable Modular Laptop: Laptop 13 DIY Edition B-Stock"

Framework is now offering a sub-$500 barebones configuration of its modular laptop, the Framework Laptop 13, which includes an 11th-gen Intel Core i7 processor but lacks RAM, storage, Wi-Fi connectivity, power adaptor, and an operating system. Tinkerers can purchase additional components from the Framework Marketplace, and refurbished DDR4 memory is available at a discounted price. The B-stock systems may have slight cosmetic display issues and are currently available in the US, Canada, and Australia.

via Engadget|

#b-stock-factory-seconds #barebones-configuration #framework