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Framework cancels custom low profile keyboard module for its laptops: 'We weren’t able to bring costs to a place where the product economics worked'
Framework has canceled its custom low-profile keyboard module for the Framework Laptop 16 after three years of development, citing insurmountable costs and manufacturing challenges. Despite efforts and developer feedback, the company could not make the product economically viable for high-volume sales. Open-source documentation and firmware have been released for the input module systems.
"We are committed to passing on savings whenever we can" - Framework rolls out refunds and price reductions on some of its laptops after securing a cheaper supply of memory to make them with
Laptop manufacturer Framework is passing on savings from a cheaper supply of RAM to its customers. The company is issuing price reductions and retroactive refunds for both new orders and existing pre-orders. This move is highlighted as a significant win for consumers amidst current PC market volatility and RAM shortages.
Good news for some: Framework swims against the tide of the RAMpocalypse by 'retroactively reducing' its…
Framework is retroactively reducing prices on some of its LPCAMM2 memory modules due to securing a limited quantity at a lower cost. This move goes against the current trend of memory supply issues and price increases, with the company passing savings onto customers for both shipped and pending orders.
This is the loveliest but most expensive gaming laptop I've ever used
The MSI Stealth 16 AI+ is a luxurious and sleek gaming laptop with a high-end RTX 5080 mobile GPU and a fast OLED display, but it comes at a very high price and suffers from audio latency issues with its default audio device. While it offers genuine high-end performance and a premium user experience, it's outperformed by chunkier laptops at a similar or lower price point, making it a niche choice for those who prioritize portability and design over raw power and can live with the audio quirks or use a USB headset.
Framework's cheapest laptop just got a major spec bump
Framework has upgraded its Framework Laptop 12 with Intel's Core Series 3 chips and other hardware enhancements. This update brings improved specifications to their most affordable laptop model.
The new Framework 12 laptop's secret weapon is its battery life courtesy of Intel's Wildcat Lake
Framework has updated its two-in-one Framework Laptop 12 with Intel's new low-power Wildcat Lake processors, significantly improving battery life by up to 70% for streaming. The updated model also includes Wi-Fi 7, a backlit keyboard, and pre-installed Fedora Linux, starting at $549.
Framework customer information was accessed as part of a data breach
Framework confirmed a data breach where customer information was accessed, though no payment details were compromised. The company is investigating the incident.
Hardware Reviews
Reviews for several pieces of computer hardware have been published. These include the MSI MEG CORELIQUID E15 360 AIO cooler, the Framework 13 Pro laptop, and the GEEKOM GeekBook M16 laptop.
Beautiful design and brutal pricing, the Framework 13 Pro is a very 2026 laptop
The Framework 13 Pro laptop features Intel's Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 processor, offering stellar performance and battery life with a beautifully crafted, upgradeable chassis. However, its high price, particularly due to expensive LPCAMM2 memory, and a slightly ghosty screen are notable drawbacks.
After months of surprising stability in graphics card prices, apparently Nvidia is now raising the cost of its GPU kits…
Nvidia is reportedly increasing the prices of its GDDR6 and GDDR7 GPU kits, potentially affecting RTX 40-series and RTX 50-series cards. This price hike is attributed to rising memory costs, exacerbated by high demand from the AI boom. The increase may force AIB partners to raise their prices for consumers, impacting the overall cost of PC gaming hardware.
Fresh evidence from independent researchers confirms the first drop in PC shipments in over a year... and it's only…
Global PC shipments have declined by 4% year-on-year in the second quarter, marking the first drop since early 2025, according to new research. Surging DRAM prices and increased component costs are forcing OEMs to raise prices and reduce production, impacting consumer demand despite ongoing AI PC adoption and Windows migration cycles. While Apple and Asus saw growth, it was not enough to offset declines from major manufacturers like Lenovo, HP, and Dell.
'Far beyond anything we had predicted': Framework says its supplier's memory prices are 'more than…
Framework is facing significant price increases from its memory module supplier, exceeding predictions and impacting the cost of its modular laptops and desktops. The company can no longer absorb these costs and will be reconfiguring some pre-orders to use lower capacity modules to maintain original pricing for customers.
Evening Tech Bits
Framework has nearly doubled the memory pricing for its 32GB and 64GB Laptop 13 Pro models. This change impacts the PC hardware market, which is seeing a resurgence of older components.
'We finally have some good news for you': Framework's new 1 TB Gen 5 SSDs are actually cheaper than its…
Framework is reducing the prices of its PCIe Gen 5 SSDs for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro, with some 1 TB drives now costing less than previous 500 GB options. This price adjustment, driven by sourcing a new ADATA XPG MARS 970 SSD, will also be applied to existing pre-orders that have not yet shipped. The 1 TB version of the ADATA XPG MARS 970 is priced at $299.
Modular laptop maker Framework forced to push SSD prices even higher but says DDR5 is 'stable'
Modular laptop maker Framework has announced price increases for SSDs due to higher sourcing costs, impacting their inventory and production of Storage Expansion Cards. However, the company reports that DDR5 memory prices have remained stable. The Framework 13 laptop and Framework Desktop PC are affected by these component cost changes.
Framework has delayed its 'MacBook Pro for Linux users' by a month, citing problems with its display and…
Framework has announced a one-month delay for its new laptop, originally slated for a June release, pushing the launch to late July. The delay is attributed to issues with the haptic touchpad and the custom display, both of which require engineering fixes and testing. Preorders for the mainboard shipments remain on schedule for June.
Framework delays Laptop 13 Pro shipments by a month
Framework has delayed shipments of its new Laptop 13 Pro by approximately one month. The company cited issues discovered with the haptic touchpad and display during the final stages before mass production as the reason for the postponement.
This year's Computex has highlighted just how big an impact Apple can have on the wider computing industry
Apple's influence on the computing industry was evident at Computex this year, particularly in laptop design and pricing strategies. The success of the recent MacBook Neo, noted for its sleek design and affordable price, appears to be inspiring manufacturers like Dell, Asus, and HP to adopt similar aesthetics and cost-effective approaches in their new hardware.
Panther Lake has another powerful iGPU in its lineup but you'll probably never see it
Intel's upcoming Panther Lake processors feature powerful integrated graphics (iGPUs) like the 12 Xe-core B390, but high DRAM prices driven by AI demand may prevent these chips from appearing in affordable laptops and handhelds. Manufacturers like Framework are opting for higher-end configurations due to the minimal cost difference, suggesting that the full potential of these iGPUs might remain inaccessible to consumers.
I got my hands on Framework's 'MacBook Pro for Linux users' and its tagline isn't just marketing…
Framework CEO Nirav Patel unveiled the new Framework 13 Pro laptop, marketed as a 'MacBook Pro for Linux users,' at Computex. The device features a premium chassis, a haptic touchpad, and is powered by Intel's Core Ultra 7 processor. Pre-orders show Linux versions outselling Windows configurations, indicating strong demand from software developers seeking a high-quality hardware alternative to macOS.