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Re:The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used by CameronNemo on Tuesday September 21, 2021 @09:26PM (#28612152)
No the type C ports are $9 each, so it is less than $20 for two. You can reach the port without a module, but sure they could throw in one or two for free I guess. You should suggest that. I know users do not like to be nickel and dimed, and the two modules probably do not increase the BOM much.

That said they may be planning for a situation where you bring your own modules or buy from a third party if you wish -- it is an open design after all. Consider the enterprise use case. An org could have a batch of USB-C modules for replacement that they source from a third party for a cheap price, and then order the laptops themselves on demand.

Framework is all about reducing waste, so only giving users what they ask for is part of that.

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Re:The Framework is the most exciting laptop I've used by matt_heimer on Wednesday September 22, 2021 @11:14AM (#28617263)
Not trying to be snarky, serious question: How does a design that requires everyone to purchase at least one type C module reduce e-waste? It adds manufacturing overhead, shipping overhead, etc to every laptop.

It only reduces waste if mainboard/laptops are discarded due to a failed charging port. Does that happen often with type C connections on mainboards?

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