Budget Windows laptops still suck. Framework’s upcoming repairable and upgradeable machine could change the game.

Framework, the modular repairable computer company, says budget laptops generally suck — and it plans to fix that this year. Today, it’s previewing a computer called the Framework Laptop 12 that’ll be its smallest laptop yet,

The Framework Laptop 12 has a lot of potential among kids and educators thanks to its durable 2-in-1 chassis, bright 1200p touchscreen and DIY-friendly design. We'll just have to wait until it launches in mid-2025 to test one out ourselves.