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Framework unveils a second-generation Framework Laptop 16 with a swappable Nvidia RTX 5070 GPU, an industry first, shipping in November 2025 (frame.work)
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cross-posted from: https://programming.dev/post/36378173

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[-] psoul@lemmy.world 10 points 1 day ago

OK I’m a bit confused. I have a Framework 16” that I bought earlier this year, without the GPU extension bay. I don’t care that much about the expansion bay as without it, the laptop is already huge. I have an eGPU to play on when I need it.

What upgrade options does this announcement offer to me?

I’m dissatisfied with:

  • the webcam
  • screen colors / brightness
  • key stability on the keyboard (the keys are a bit wobbly)
  • speaker sound quality (I’m not expecting the best, but something better than what it shipped with)

They are announcing a new webcam, will it be backwards compatible ?

Otherwise I’m really happy with it, I absolutely love the modular I/O, being able to swap which side the audio jack is is amazing. happy to support this endeavor of repairability

[-] psoul@lemmy.world 1 points 37 minutes ago

So I went back to the blog post. They are shipping the Framework 13" webcam in this updated 16" version. The part was already available for me to upgrade!

We’re now using the 2nd Gen Webcam that we first introduced last year on Framework Laptop 13.

https://frame.work/blog/introducing-the-new-framework-laptop-16-with-nvidia

The module comes pre-installed on Framework Laptop 13 (Intel Core Ultra Series 1) and the new Ryzen 7040 Series configurations with the 2.8k display. It’s also compatible with all of our existing Framework Laptop 13 and Framework Laptop 16 models [...]

https://frame.work/blog/framework-laptop-13-deep-dive---a-laptop-webcam-with-smartphone-technology

[-] kopasz7@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 day ago

There's new webcam, theres also an "empty" extension thing where you can put 2 nvme SSDs in place of the GPU.

[-] DacoTaco@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

They made a new webcam , but im not sure if they shipped recent models of the 16 with the new webcam or if you have to buy the new module :/

[-] Manifish_Destiny@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

At least there's an option at all.

[-] PangurBan@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

That's exactly why I like framework laptops.

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