Framework flame war erupts over support of politically polarizing Linux projects(theregister.com)
theregister.com
Framework flame war erupts over support of politically polarizing Linux projects
https://www.theregister.com/2025/10/14/framework_linux_controversy/
They even go to the extent of cancelling orders which use addresses of known parcel forwarders[1], or if they detect a payment method that's not from a supported region. No other niche laptop maker does this (System76, StarLabs, Slimbook etc). Heck I haven't heard of any tech manufacturer going to such an extent to limit regional availability.
Their draconian shipping policies is the reason why I don't support Framework. 88.5% of the world's population does not have access access to a Framework as a result of their policies, so I hope people keep this in mind when recommending or raving about Framework.
[1] https://redlib.perennialte.ch/r/framework/comments/1bgfq8f/f...