Framework’s Cheapest Laptop Just Got Serious About Taking on the MacBook Neo
Framework says Linux users make up about 80% of Laptop 12 owners, and the new version adds faster chips and optional upgrades for battery life and security.
- On Tuesday, Framework debuted the new Laptop 12 featuring Intel Wildcat Lake processors and a $699 starting price, with pre-installed Fedora Linux configuration targeting the entry-level market.
- The company added a backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader addressing user requests, while upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 support on two rear Expansion Card slots for improved connectivity.
- Early testing shows a 70% increase in Netflix 4k streaming battery life with the new Intel Core Series 3 chips, available in Core 3, Core 5, and Core 7 configurations.
- Positioned against the $699 MacBook Neo and Dell XPS 13, Framework offers a DIY version starting at $549, though Windows 11 requires an additional $100 upgrade.
- Pre-Orders are open now with initial shipments scheduled for October, and the company plans to host a media showcase in New York City on September 15, 2026.
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New Framework Laptop 12 Upgrades: Thunderbolt 4, Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 7 and More
Framework has introduced updates to its Framework Laptop 12, focusing on modularity and sustainability in its design. The updated model incorporates the Core Series 3 processor platform, also known as Wildcat Lake, which offers improved CPU and GPU performance. Users can configure the laptop with up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and 2TB of SSD […] The post New Framework Laptop 12 Upgrades: Thunderbolt 4, Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 7 and More appeared first o…
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