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Framework is filling the Laptop 16’s literal gaps with one-piece touchpad and keyboard decks.

The Framework Laptop 16 is the most modular laptop ever made — but we’ve never been huge fans of the uneven and occasionally creaky spacers that let you shift the keyboard and touchpad left and right. Here are new one-piece versions. The touchpad might feel nicer now that it’s haptic, too! Waiting to hear the price on these. If you buy something from a link, The Verge may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. A free daily digest of the news that matters most. The Verge is a part of PMX Global, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation. © 2026 VM Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved. Sign in to see your notifications or create an account to join the conversation.

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Apr 21, 2026·The VergeT2 · Outlet report
We just tried — and tore down — the Framework Laptop 13 Pro.

I just updated my story with some hands-on impressions and a photo gallery; we should have a quick video coming later today too! Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic…

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Apr 21, 2026·The VergeT2 · Outlet reportLATEST
We just tried — and tore down — the Framework Laptop 13 Pro.

I just updated my story with some hands-on impressions and a photo gallery; we should have a quick video coming later today too! Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.…

Read original at The Verge →
Apr 21, 2026·EngadgetT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Framework launches the Laptop 13 Pro with Intel's new Panther Lake chips - Engadget

It's still backwards compatible with every older Framework machine. Framework's lineup of modular, repairable laptops has seen the company grow from a niche to the mainstream. Now, the company is launching a pro version…

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Apr 21, 2026·The VergeT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Framework’s first laptop sleeve is made of space-age Tyvek.

Don’t call it duct-tape! Tyvek is a plastic that feels (and creases) like paper, similarly made of fibers bonded together. I have a wallet made of the stuff. The bag has dedicated pockets for Framework’s Expansion…

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Apr 21, 2026·MashableT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Framework announces the Laptop 13 Pro, a repairable MacBook Pro alternative

The modular PC maker Framework unveiled a slew of new products during its jam-packed [Next Gen] Event livestream Tuesday — including the new Laptop 13 Pro, a repairable MacBook Pro alternative. The Laptop 13 Pro is…

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Apr 21, 2026·The VergeT2 · Outlet reportOPENING
Framework is filling the Laptop 16’s literal gaps with one-piece touchpad and keyboard decks.

The Framework Laptop 16 is the most modular laptop ever made — but we’ve never been huge fans of the uneven and occasionally creaky spacers that let you shift the keyboard and touchpad left and right. Here are new…

Read original at The Verge →

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T2 · Outlet reportThe VergeApr 21, 2026

I just updated my story with some hands-on impressions and a photo gallery; we should have a quick video coming later today too! Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Posts from this topic…

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T2 · Outlet reportEngadgetApr 21, 2026

It's still backwards compatible with every older Framework machine. Framework's lineup of modular, repairable laptops has seen the company grow from a niche to the mainstream. Now, the company is launching a pro version of its 13-inch…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe VergeApr 21, 2026

Don’t call it duct-tape! Tyvek is a plastic that feels (and creases) like paper, similarly made of fibers bonded together. I have a wallet made of the stuff. The bag has dedicated pockets for Framework’s Expansion Cards, screwdriver, and…

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T2 · Outlet reportMashableApr 21, 2026

The modular PC maker Framework unveiled a slew of new products during its jam-packed [Next Gen] Event livestream Tuesday — including the new Laptop 13 Pro, a repairable MacBook Pro alternative. The Laptop 13 Pro is Framework's fourth…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe VergeApr 21, 2026

The Framework Laptop 16 is the most modular laptop ever made — but we’ve never been huge fans of the uneven and occasionally creaky spacers that let you shift the keyboard and touchpad left and right. Here are new one-piece versions. The…

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