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My Framework 13 Laptop is now operational =) I created this quick little note/write-up with some pics if anyone is interested in checking out the setup.

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[-] shofutex@infosec.pub 3 points 1 year ago

It was fun to set mine up! And getting Linux running was a breeze.

[-] webuge@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 1 year ago

I like the Framework idea, looking forward when they are available in my region.

[-] shertson@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I got mine about a month ago and love it. Congrats! Give us another review after you've used it for a bit.

[-] giant_smeeg@feddit.uk 1 points 1 year ago

Been using mine about a month now. I love everything about it apart from:

  • Speaker, these are shocking.
  • Battery is so so, luckily it's 99% of it's usage is around the house so i'm close to chargers
  • Wish there was an OLED screen option, it's sharp and bright but the contrast is blah.
  • Keyboard feels a tiny bit cheap but it's great to use.
  • Fan, can be a bit reluctant to spin down.

Overall i'm really happy with the purchase and getting some good use out of it.

[-] shertson@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

I agree, the speakers are a bit underwhelming. But, I don't use my laptop for consuming a bunch of media, I have TVs and radios/speakers for that. I mostly use it to watch the occasional youtube video when trying to sort something out so sound quality isn't as important.

I quite like the screen, but I see what you're saying. Similar to the speakers, the lack of contrast isn't a big deal to me. If I were watching a lot of movies or playing games that would probably be a real bummer. For scrolling the web, writing, and checking email it is more than adequate.

Glad you are enjoying it otherwise! Perhaps they'll offer upgraded screens and speakers in the future, being repairable and all....

[-] giant_smeeg@feddit.uk 2 points 1 year ago

Yeah don't get me wrong, overall i'm happy with it and they definitely aren't deal breakers, there are other positives which make up for these downfalls. Just some areas of potential improvement.

Even just a few grill holes in the chassis so they're top firing speakers might help.

[-] falken@qoto.org 2 points 1 year ago
[-] albert@lemmy.sysctl.io 1 points 11 months ago

Personally I don't like snaps. I know I can just uninstall snaps when I install Ubuntu but... then why not just install something else you prefer? :)

[-] shellsharks@infosec.pub 1 points 1 year ago

I got some comments like this - https://floss.social/@LovesTha/110856831841070210. Also some snap and Unity complaints. I don’t have anything against Ubuntu, in fact I’ve always enjoyed using it in the past. Fedora has been nice so far though.

[-] somenonewho@feddit.de 2 points 1 year ago

[...] Unity complaints

Unity? What year is this?

Seriously though. Ubuntu hasn't been using Unity as a desktop in a while. Not trying to make fun of you here just wanted to let you know.

[-] shellsharks@infosec.pub 1 points 1 year ago

To be clear, Unity ain’t why i didn’t choose Ubuntu, that’s just what others commented. My reasons are articulated in my note 😁. So if anything you’re making fun of some other folks haha.

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