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David Heinemeier Hansson:

As you can tell, I really like this new screen. It takes the last reservation I had about the Framework 13 and turns it into a key strength. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that this is the best looking laptop screen I’ve ever used for programming. The combination of 256 PPI, matte covering, 3:2 aspect ratio, and 120hz is amazing for working with text.

Now I’m sure a video editor would still prefer Apple’s 16:10 aspect ratio, glossy display, and color-corrected profile of a MacBook Pro. But for programmers? The Framework is better.

And it’s such a good deal in its AMD version. You can get a 7640U with the new screen, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage for just around $1,200. Even slightly cheaper if you just get the RAM and storage from Amazon. That’s a ton of amazing computer for the money (and almost half of what a MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage costs!). It’s what I use as my daily-driver laptop.

I’m still pretty happy with my 11-inch MacBook Air, but the Framework is appealing. I love the idea of having a machine that’s purpose-built for long-term use. Having something you can upgrade and replace parts in over time sounds like the exact type of machine I’d want to tinker with.

➝ Source: world.hey.com

David Heinemeir Hansson, writing on Medium:

For the first few months, I barely touched any of the money. Sure, I bought a big screen TV and more DVD boxsets than I could hope to consume, but it wasn’t like I couldn’t have done that anyway. It wasn’t until near the end of that year I finally drew down on the account of cliched purchases: A yellow Lamborghini! While all very nice, very wonderful, it didn’t, as we say, really move the needle of deep satisfaction.

What kept moving the needle, though, was programming Ruby, building Basecamp, writing for Signal v Noise, taking pictures, and enjoying all the same avenues of learning and entertainment my already privileged lifestyle had afforded me for years in advance.

I enjoy purchasing new gear as much as everybody else, but nothing makes me happier than hitting publish, sharing a photo with loved ones, or learning something new.