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Framework Laptop

Open SourceShow HN 2021

Modular, upgradeable, and repairable laptop for hackers

Designed from scratch for the right to repair. Swap ports with modular expansion cards, upgrade the motherboard, and fix components with a single included screwdriver.

Official WebsiteGitHub RepositoryShow HN Launch Post ↗Latest HN discussion: 2021-02-25
96.3Score
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2,240
Discussers
1,480
positive
95%

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Synthesized from developer and community discussions across multiple years.

Why Hackers Love It

  • 100% modular expansion card system: swap USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort on the fly
  • Officially sanctioned motherboard and CPU upgrades across generations
  • Full schematics and commitment to open repairability

Common Concerns & Tradeoffs

  • Battery life slightly lower than ARM MacBook alternatives
  • Chassis rigidity not quite at unibody aluminum levels
Ideal for: Hackers who believe in open hardware, repairability, and Linux desktop independence.

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1 comments
@nrp•2/25/2021
Original post ↗
Thread: Show HN: Framework – A modular, repairable laptop
“Consumer electronics is broken. We are building a high-performance laptop you can actually repair and upgrade.”