Framework 13 AMD Setup with FreeBSD

https://euroquis.nl/freebsd/2025/03/16/framework.html

ok I think I'm getting a good feel for the Framework 13 keyboard

I bought a #Framework13 and glad I did. But did I buy too early?

https://cubicgarden.com/2025/02/25/i-bought-a-framework-13-heres-my-early-thoughts/

now that I've had my Framework 13 for a couple days, I have to say that trackpad gestures in GNOME are every bit as nice to use as I imagined they'd be

I did of course make use of them back with my Pinebook Pro, but the PBP's trackpad doesn't hold up against the Framework 13's at all. the latter's is definitely the nicest trackpad I've used on a laptop

(the bar _is_ pretty low as far as what I've actually used myself, but, still)

the Framework 13 has arrived

I'm still getting everything set up, but first impressions are great so far. The 120Hz screen is awesome, and the keyboard feels great to type on

I am very happy with my new work laptop. It's a Framework AMD 13 which I have of course installed https://getaurora.dev on.

Thanks to everyone who made suggestions when I was trying to make the decision a couple of weeks ago.

It does look like I'm getting in just before they announce the new generation, but this will be *plenty* fast for what I need.

Lesson learned the hard way! Tried to silence my noisy Framework 13 fan with some compressed air, but instead, I turned up the volume on my tech troubles! Anyone else here had a similar oopsie with their gadgets? Share your stories or better yet, your fixes! #TechTales #Framework13 #DIYGoneWrong

https://cubiclenate.com/2025/02/16/the-tale-of-the-tinkering-tech-a-framework-fiasco/

The #UCL buildings in #Stratford are only like a year or two old, but the outlets in the teaching rooms are under awkwardly-placed floor plates. There are tables with all sorts of good outlets in the group study areas and even in the rectory (although those have not survived long), but nothing like that where I tend to have back-to-back seminars.

My #framework13 is one of the intel boards, so it drinks power hungrily even in power save mode, and I can't really afford to go AMD right now because I'd have to buy all new RAM as well. And recently the insulation on the USB-C cable that came with it frayed at both ends, forcing me to find a good replacement.

And so while I was shopping for good PD cables, I ended up buying one of these: https://www.anker.com/uk/products/a2343-100w-usb-c-charger

It was...not cheap (even with the silly built-in "discount offer" they use to keep their list price artificially high), and I probably could have saved space and money by getting the 67W version. But I spent ages watching EE nerds testing and measuring multiple GaN power bricks and they all found faults with it (such as power factor) that were fixed in the 100W version (presumably because there's slightly more room for control electronics). Compared to the field that includes competing manufacturers, it seems to be a really excellent all-rounder.

And frankly, I look forward to not having a #TypeG plug sitting with its prongs out in my bag any more. The folding plug tines is enough of a quality of life feature to win me over, and even the "larger" 100W model is about the size of the default one-port 65W charger that came with the laptop.

Anyone here who uses the #Framework16 laptop? Do you recommend it as a work laptop? Are there any downsides? How's Linux on that thing?

I am stoked! Installing Debian Trixie (Debian 13 testing) on my Framework!

@debian @frameworkcomputer

#framework13 ordered! Looking forward to trying this out. If it goes well, these will replace all our developer workstations.

I wanted to get the #framework16, but I was worried about the chassis sturdiness. I'll hopefully not miss my numpad much.

Updated my #framework13 to Ubuntu 24.10. So far, so good. The usual "me no want Snap Firefox gordammit" dance and a few snags around 3rd party package sources, but that's it.

I'm still thinking about switching to Fedora, as it seems to be even better supported by #Framework, but I have much more experience with the Debian/Ubuntu ecosystem...

Oh, and I finally ordered the new screen as I want the higher resolution and also mine is subtly damaged, not sure what or when that happened.

Can someone explain why #system76 has open source UEFI firmware but #framework does not? Is open source firmware a goal for framework or is that not really on their radar? It seems like it would be.

Celebrating #Christmas the geek way: I decorated my #Framework giving it a festive mood, and making it ready for #38C3 too!

#XMas #FrameworkLaptop #Framework13 #FrameworkComputer #nerd #celebrations #decorations #CCC

@frameworkcomputer

#Linux #framework13 #Windows

Ich hab mir gedacht, weil einige ihre neuen Erfahrungen ja in so ne Art Tagebuch mit nem Hashtag hier aufschreiben, werde ich das für meine neue Erfahrung Ende des Jahres auch mal tun.
Ende des Jahres kommt 1) ein DIY Framework 13 Laptop auf den 2) KDE Neon drauf soll und 3) Windows in eine VM soll.
Das sind für mich allesamt neue Dinge (das Linux OS generell nicht, aber eben auf dem neuen Laptop schon).
Und den ganzen Prozess werd ich also dann hier mal dokumentieren. Muss mir nur mal noch einen hübschen Hashtag dafür ausdenken.

Finally had enough curiosity to install sway spin on my #framework13 , learn the most important keyboard shortcuts, and configure it to my likings. So far I'm loving it!

Update 2: Laptop repaired!

The parts arrived yesterday afternoon it took just 30 minutes to swap everything into the new bottom cover & replace the input cover.

I will miss the looks from people when they saw me with a half removed keyboard. The only way I could power on was by removing and reconnecting the keyboard, very eccentric and it suited me.

I'm thrilled to have been able to repair my laptop rather than replace it, thanks again @frameworkcomputer !

Everyone who has an #MNTReform or a #Framework13, I would like to hear your anecdotal reports about its *physical* durability. I need a new laptop and I want one that isn't going to, quite literally, fall apart on me like the last two did.

I also want to know what you think of the keyboard.