I recently stepped on my framework laptop and crunched the LCD screen. Luckily I was able to purchase a new lid (got an improved lighter and stiffer lid!) And new screen (unfortunately the matte option was out of stock).<p>45 minutes later I had my old lid and screen removed and my new one installed with no tools beyond their provided torx screwdriver. It was amazing to be able to do that and not need to replace the entire laptop or mail it in for service! While I had it open I installed another 16gb stick of RAM to bump up to 32gb total.<p>I'm debating getting the upgraded motherboard... I may wait another year or two when the performance gap is larger and I find another purpose for the old motherboard. I could 3d print a case for it and use it as a home server, gitlab build runner or bench PC. It's really cool how flexible it is!<p>The raw specs are not the best, the battery life could be better, but I appreciate the mod ability.
Much better review of new generation framework laptop - <a href="https://www.notebookcheck.net/Core-i7-1370P-performance-debut-Framework-Laptop-13-5-13th-Gen-Intel-review.714563.0.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.notebookcheck.net/Core-i7-1370P-performance-debu...</a>
For earlier versions there was more commentary and information about Linux support. If we're comparing this with other consumer hardware, then it's just okay and I don't think it really stands out.<p>When I upgrade my current Framework, I'll <i>still</i> be looking for top of the line build quality and performance, running Linux out of the box. Right now Linux is a DIY option, and power management is frequently discussed in the community. There are also display quirks that I simply choose to overlook. To be considered successful, I'd expect to get it added as a laptop option at work. Not sure we're there yet.
Regarding framework in general (I have 12th gen): I'd like a full-size SD card expansion card for trasferring photos.<p>Other than that and my 12th gen is nearly perfect. A few really minor things that are probably software issues.
Really really like this, but trackpad without physical buttons I just cannot work with, and it seems that's one of the areas that is not configurable.