Has Framework discussed whether they’d be willing to make a convertible or 2-in-1 (same thing?) that has a 16 inch screen or larger? I see that such machines are offered from Dell, LG, Asus, but only shipping with Windows.
An addendum/edit to this question:
I spent some more time reading up on some of the 2-4-year-old conversations about bigger screens, and they were helpful, and I see that Framework does offer the Framework 16. But, hopefully it can be said that this new thread attempt on my part is at least a little different because I’m specifically interested in a 2-in-1 with a large screen.
Ok, thanks. I just saw this additional reply. My question is partially rhetorical. In addition to wanting to know what Framework thinks of this idea, I just want to be on-record as requesting this sort of product, and noting that some others might also be interested.
I think partly in response to my inquiries, there is now a product (Dell hardware with Linux software added by a third party) of this sort here. To the best of my knowledge it is the first such Linux-equipped product prominently available for sale in the world, or at least the US. Maybe I am missing something. And will others follow?
However, I’m not sure it meets my criteria, as it has only one hard drive, and I’m not sure if it’s soldered, and I don’t know how repairable it will be. I am not certain, but I don’t think Dell offers that very high-end expensive warranty I like to get on their best hardware. I’m also not a fan of the inucluded “AI” stuff, whatever that is.
I do also wonder if making a 16 inch into a 2-in-1 or convertible that is very durable could be difficult. And would it be very usable as a tablet (I don’t know if a heavy well-made 16 inch screen and keyboard would be hard to hold and work on without a desk?…. though I guess there is no rule which demand that all 2-in-1s or convertibles must be as moderate to use as a smaller Apple ipad). While I’ve been focused on the “2-in-1” name here, perhaps I should moderate it to “convertible” if it turns out that the product would be more usable as a tablet if the keyboard could be removed?
In any event, regardless of all my concerns, and the fact that I have more questions than answers, I keep coming back to the idea that such a device, if it’s really well-done in a quality way, could be a good solution for me for the next 10-20 years. I’d like to look into it anyway, and Framework’s focus on repairability and upgradability fits into some of my thinking on this.
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