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Framework 13 DIY Review

A Hands-On, Modular Laptop

Feb. 10, 2025 -

Consumer electronics often lock us into sealed hardware and forced upgrades, creating enormous e-waste. Framework challenges that norm by making laptops you can service, upgrade, and customise, which extends their lifespan and cuts down on unnecessary e-waste. My Framework 13 arrived this week and I assembled it myself. This post is a quick rundown of what that process involved, why I chose this brand, and what’s next.

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The Debian 12 installer is recognised by the laptop without any need for dark magic.
The Debian 12 installer is recognised by the laptop without any need for dark magic.
My Framework 13 laptop running Debian GNU/Linux and Sway WM reporting for duty.
My Framework 13 laptop running Debian GNU/Linux and Sway WM reporting for duty.
Inside the box you'll find the different parts you need to assemble the laptop
Inside the box you'll find the different parts you need to assemble the laptop
Framework 13: a better laptop made with love - and assembled by myself.
Framework 13: a better laptop made with love - and assembled by myself.
The case is securely closed by 5 standard screws (screwdriver is included!)
The case is securely closed by 5 standard screws (screwdriver is included!)
The keyboard cover snaps into position using magnets and is secured when you tighten the screws in the bottom cover
The keyboard cover snaps into position using magnets and is secured when you tighten the screws in the bottom cover

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