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The time for a change had come

I came across Framework Laptop a long time ago and was very intrigued, but it was missing that special something. When it came time to decide on a new laptop, everything fell into place. I already had my DELL configuration ready, but then I saw the new 13 Pro.

Why did I finally decide on Framework?

The introduction of a fingerprint reader, the use of fast, removable LPCAMM2 memory, and that distinctive, retro style that recalls the days when the hardware was "anything" – that's what finally won me over. It was the answer to my frustrations from the past. I remember laptops where burnt traces on the motherboard would first manifest themselves in failing USB ports, and then end up completely dying after a few minutes of use. Having trouble finding a replacement motherboard or battery after a few years, regardless of the brand.

I believe that if something gets outdated or worn out, I'll simply replace it. A single component.

The Big "Small Screen" Test: Is 13.5" Enough?

Here's my biggest doubt. Going from a comfortable 15.6" to 13.5" is a risky move.
Will the 3:2 aspect ratio actually compensate for the smaller diagonal? Theoretically, yes – more lines of code vertically is every back-end developer's dream. However, until the laptop arrives on my desk and I spend my first 10 hours at a coffee shop with it, I'm treating it as an experiment. The arguments about pixel density and brightness convinced me, but the final verdict will be my eyestrain after a shift with Ansible and LLMs.

Modularity: A Return to the Era of "Fat Books" and a Challenge for the Manufacturer

My first Dell from 2006 was as thick as an encyclopedia, but in terms of modularity, it was a masterpiece. It had a bay with an HDD that slid out from the side of the case and two palm rest trays for a 1.44" floppy drive, CD or an extra battery. It was the pinnacle of engineering freedom.

The Framework 13 Pro almost realizes this dream with Expansion Cards. Speaking of professional dreams:

Challenge for @frameworkcomputer

If you can fit 1TB on an expansion card, I challenge you: Make a full-fledged card with an NVMe slot that slid out from the side of the case. I want to be able to physically eject my main drive with data in one hand, just like I did at Dell twenty years ago. That would be a real revolution.

✅ Pros

• Modularity
• Repairability
• Biometric Reader
• LPCAMM2 LPDDR5X 96GB
• PCIe Gen 5.0 NVMe
• Variable Refresh Rate 30-120Hz
• 700 NIT Screen Brightness
• Matte Screen
• 3K Screen Resolution
• 3:2 Aspect Ratio
• Open Source Ecosystem
• Privacy Switches

❌ Cons

• No FIPS

❔ Unknown

• Screen Size 13.5"

In summary: For me, the Framework 13 Pro is an investment in peace of mind, shared values, and an open community. No more fighting a closed architecture. Will the 13.5-inch be a disappointment? We'll find out soon. For now, I'm excited about the thought of returning to equipment that I can fully control.

https://frame.work/laptop13pro

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The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is here, boasting Intel's new Core Ultra Series 3 processors, a 74Wh battery, and a robust aluminum chassis. It's designed to be the ultimate repairable, upgradable machine, especially for Linux users. But does its modularity come with hidden costs, and has Framework truly overcome past challenges to deliver a 'Pro' experience that justifies the hype?

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Framework Laptop 13 Pro: Major Upgrades and Linux Front and Center

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The Framework Laptop 13 Pro just landed, and it's a significant upgrade. Featuring a full-CNC aluminum chassis, Intel Core Ultra Series 3, LPCAMM2 memory, and a 74 WHr battery, Framework is pitching it as the "ultimate portable developer and power user machine" – even the "MacBook Pro for Linux users." This review dives deep into whether it lives up to the hype, addressing past…

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Framework Laptop 13 Pro is a modular laptop with longer battery life, better screen, and up to Intel Core Ultra X7 Panther Lake

Framework has been selling modular, customizable, repairable, and upgradable laptop since 2021. But while most laptop makers ship brand new models every year or two, Framework has taken a different approach by keeping the same chassis for its 13 inch laptop year after year, which means that every time the company has released a new mainboard, customers have been able to buy a new mainboard and […]