I’m Legally Obligated to Disclose This - Framework investment

I fell in love with Framework after I checked out the laptop in a previous video, and now I'm an investor. So let me explain why I did it and what my commitments are to you, the viewer, regarding future LTT content.

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MUSIC CREDIT
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Intro: Laszlo - Supernova

Outro: Approaching Nirvana - Sugar High

CHAPTERS
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0:00 - Intro
0:54 - Sponsor iFixit
1:14 - Video Agenda
1:35 - Unboxing my Framework laptop
2:44 - Investment disclosure
4:00 - How does Framework make money?
8:49 - Assembling my Framework laptop
9:48 - Framework investment risks
11:49 - Why I invested in Framework
13:27 - Will Linus review laptops anymore?
14:04 - Linus' commitments going forward
15:37 - Outro

[BenHeckHacks]

This is totally cool, just so long as they don't let you make any heatsinks :)

[chefben]

I really admire Linus quite a bit. He has taken a passion for technology and entertainment and turned it into good paying jobs for 30+ people and financial stability for himself and his family. Now he is using his wealth to invest in a company he believes in. He has surrounded himself with a talented team and they consistently produce quality content that is always entertaining and informative.

[rushilkisoon]

Linus backing Right to Repair is a major win considering his large audience.

[denoftools]

I was ready to buy one today after seeing Louis Rossmann's vid on this but I prefer a 15" screen and I have to have a discrete graphics card as I use it for video editing. As soon as you guys make that happen count me in. I've repaired thousands of PC's and laptops in my day and this move to fully integrated, disposable systems is one of the worst trends I've ever seen and it's time for it to come to an end.

[dalkra]

This transparency just gained LTT like a million respect points from me. All youtube companies should be this honest.

[BenjaminRodriguezReyes]

Respect to Linus for literally putting his money where his mouth is and being transparent about it.

[toxiclovept]

Linus backing this company is literally giving a huge monetary support to Right to Repair, indirectly. And that, I do support.

[techforcoaches]

This is one of the best disclaimers I've ever seen, and a really useful breakdown of business models for physical-goods companies! Thanks for letting us know, and for backing such a neat company!

[pandagn]

Linus' efficiency with computers sometimes makes me forget that he's a really good businessman too.

[MrBerien]

With the frequency Linus drops things I'd never thought they'd let him hold stocks

[rossmanngroup]

14:53 my girlfriend keeps using mine as a coaster. She's accelerating my eventual request for a schematic. When that day comes, if they tell me to get authorized to get one ... you all will be the first to know

[johnclerefilms]

From a journalist: You handled this ethics discussion really well, and recusing yourself from laptop editorial decisions and production is 100% the right move. You did the right thing here, Linus, good job.

[LevelTechs]

Eta for the LinusBook 5000? Also, they want another investor? :D

[Blue-cqhl]

Man call me a nerd but I totally love this 'behind the scenes' type of business breakdown. I'd love more stuff like this too even though I know it's not completely normal for the typical videos.

[galgrunfeld]

Now Linus can finally make use of his dropping skills: durability testing!

[leokimvideo]

This is going to be a MacBook killer. WAKE UP APPLE

[evan]

Linus: "I could become a brand risk"

Linus: "I hope to introduce them to dbrand" 🤣

[probablemisclick]

“iFixit…Oh wow, what an appropriate sponsor.”

Scripted segue or not, that was gold.

[RayHikes]

The most telling thing about Framework is that they were willing to send a review unit to Louis Rossmann, who is known for tearing companies who send him stuff a new one. THAT'S having confidence in your product.

[aaronroach]

Videos like this one and the revenue updates really speak to Linus' integrity as a businessman, public figure, and leader. I hope to start a SaaS business of my own in the near future, and I hope I can be half the boss that you are, Linus.