The Gaming Laptop Problem Has Been Solved

This is the most interesting development in high performance laptops
UPGRADEABLE GAMING LAPTOPS!

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[DaveD]

it's been a minute. been busy with work but i just HAD to make a video on this thing
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[gold]

I want Framework to succeed so hard. This modular design is exactly what modern tech needs.

[wathog]

The fact that the fans are put on the module is such a game changer. Laptop dust-cleaning is such a pain to do and when you lived in dusty areas or have pets you basically have to clean the ventilation of the laptop once a year. This just made it basically effortless. I am really rooting for framework.

[유성-lz]

Now the question of "is Dave sitting or standing?" begins once again

[Alex-zinb]

i really hope framework makes it and isnt just a buyout target, or flames out. their entire idea and execution is AMAZING

[CaptainTShirt]

I am rooting that more of the general public starts to pick up Frameworks. If they hit critical mass, they will make a real change to the field.

[sullychow]

I've dreamt of laptops being this upgradeable ever since I started building pcs. Honestly I hope framework changes the industry. This is the future. Reusable parts, upgradeable systems. Reminds me of those futuristic cyberpunk world where tech parts are everywhere and usable.

[billford]

Linus did a video on it (he invested in the company). Said they will have options for Intel or AMD, can even put in 6 headphone jacks if you really wanted to. Pretty cool concept, hope they get 3rd party support to really push this thing forward.

[SpongebobSquarepants-ugte]

Framework really took an extreme W with this one

[shuwinpalmYT]

i really hope this pushes through, gets traction and be available globally. i remember phoneblocks with the same concept for the modular phone years before, i felt the same enthusiasm here. motorola tried it but was discontinued.

[rs]

Man I'm hoping this turns out well. Assuming it has other features such as a QHD 240hz screen, this could be my next gaming laptop and be a game changer in general.

[security]

Bought an 11th gen framework for my wife. It is her daily driver. Absolutely love it, so easy to modify, upgrade, fix. Requires very little knowledge or ability.
My gaming laptop needs to be replaced. Its dieing. Will preorder the framework 16. Even if its a bit hotter, louder, and not a powrhouse like alienware, ROG, or predator. Framework proved they can make an upgradable laptop and support it generation over generation.
So pumped!
Framework is easy recommendation.

[zakarymcleod]

This has the potential to be the one and only laptop anyone needs. You could add a second screen and compete with the Asus niche devices. You could spec it out like crazy for a gaming or productivity device. Since it's open source, you could even give it that flashbang RGB lighting. You could add physical dials like some of the higher end creator laptops have. You could put a super high refresh rate screen on, or a touchscreen, or a high resolution screen. I'm watching this device very closely.

[pastudan]

Beautifully said! For me, Framework brings out my nostalgia of tinkering with computers in a way that no other company has managed so far

[zomorion]

An idea I just had: Framework can implement dual screen on their devices through the use of these modules (similar to the YogaBook's dual screen implementation without the modularity of course) down the road. And another feature to help more compatibility of those graphics modules with older/thinner Framework devices is to implement Asus mothership/Zenbook pro style cooling where some part of the laptop has a little "hinge/vent" that opens up to allow more airflow. In the case of the mothership it was on the back, while on the Zenbook it was on the keyboard. If Framework does implement those dual screens, they can design hinges that function double as a kickstand, when implemented on the graphics modules and on the keyboard, it can be used to improve ergonomics and maybe even implement mechanical keyboards. The way the devices are right now won't support this obviously, but some sort of attachment mechanism can be incorporated (Maybe???) to facilitate this? Again, these are all wacky concepts, but the bottom line is: Framework has a lot of potential and I hope they continue to listen to the community and innovate like they are doing now, because the path they are on right now could see a revolution in the portable computing space and that's really exciting. The most excited I've been about a product since the Steam Deck, personally.

[bryans]

This is really impressive. For the first time I'm seriously interested in purchasing a Framework laptop.

[justrandomdm]

You know when the tech enthusiasts are this excited about your stuff, you have made a bomb product. 
Thank you framework for the change.

[calebrasak]

I’ve waited for something like this for years. Can’t wait to see what performance and thermals look like.

[muskaos]

MXM modules have existed for video cards for a long while now, but problem is cooling was not included, so you had to stay inside the thermal limits of the cooling system that came with the laptop. I upgraded one of my old machines a few years ago, but I had to stay inside the same generation of video card so I could stay within the cooling limits of my laptop.

[gabrieldepinho]

Hi Dave, how are you?

First of all I love your videos, it's an inspiration for me that I'm a Brazilian youtuber who still has a small channel.

I think this notebook is going to change the market and I'm excited for it!

One day I will make a video about this machine haha

Take care