Summary
Overview
Linus and Luke discuss Framework's successful Pro 13 launch with over 50% Ubuntu orders, explore Apple's CEO transition, debate Linux desktop adoption, and cover tech industry news from AI developments to memory manufacturing profits. The show maintains a positive tone throughout, celebrating good news and technological progress.
Shipstorm Sale and LTT Store Updates
LTT Store runs Shipstorm sale event with free shipping on orders over $150 USD or $225 CAD, with even lower thresholds for Floatplane supporters. The new LTT Labs website launches with improved design. Multi-pocket leggings for women sold out quickly, validating the women's apparel line. PC Gamer publishes review of LTT screwdrivers, and a tech creator makes a rap video about LTT store products.
- Shipstorm sale runs April 24 to May 7 with free shipping thresholds and special deals
- New LTT Labs website launches with improved browsing experience
- Women's multi-pocket leggings sold out, securing future of women's apparel line
- PC Gamer reviews LTT Ratcheting Screwdriver and Precision Pro Multi-Bit Screwdriver
" I had a pretty good feeling about the quality of the screwdrivers before they arrived. That was a good assumption, too, as now they're in front of me. They feel sturdy and well put together. "
Framework 13 Pro Launch Success and Linux Adoption
Framework announces their 13 Pro launch has been overwhelmingly successful with Batch 7 already sold out despite shipping in July. Most remarkably, over 50% of Framework 13 Pro sales are Ubuntu configurations rather than Windows, sparking discussion about whether this represents genuine Linux desktop adoption or users buying cheaper Ubuntu models to install Windows themselves. The improved chassis, better touchscreen, and Panther Lake integration are resonating strongly with customers.
- Framework 13 Pro Batch 7 is sold out, shipping in July, due to overwhelming demand
- Over 50% of Framework 13 Pro sales are Ubuntu configurations instead of Windows
- Discussion question: Are buyers actually keeping Linux or just avoiding Windows license costs?
- Linus has been daily driving Linux Mint without ever opening command line, finding it more productive than Windows
- Framework as a business needs separation from LTT, highlighting investment disclosure
" I've had fun using an operating system for the first time since probably Windows 9. "
" Every time I've ran into a problem, it is solvable. Every time. And it, for me, has never been a major issue. "
" Windows gets in my way more, slows me down and stops me from doing my job more than Mint does. So at this point in time, the convenient option is to run Linux. "
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