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| The Framework Laptop 13 Pro will not be delivered before the end of July. |
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the arrival of your new Framework Laptop 13 Pro, we have some important news that might test your patience. The highly anticipated modular laptop, announced back in mid-April with a mission to take on heavyweights like the Apple MacBook Pro ($1,549 on Amazon) , is facing an unexpected production hiccup.
Framework has just confirmed via email to customers that the first production batch of the notebook will likely be delayed until the end of July or the beginning of August. For those who jumped on the pre-order early, this means you’re looking at roughly a month-long wait beyond the original June delivery window.
As first spotted and discussed by the community, the company has been transparent about the issues. You can see the initial reactions and the official customer communication on the Framework subreddit here.
Why the Delay? Not the Usual Suspects
In an era where supply chain jargon like “DRAM crisis” has become the norm, Framework is bucking the trend. The company clarified that memory shortages are not the culprit behind this setback. Instead, the problem came from within their own design lab.
Right before the green light for mass production, Framework’s engineering team discovered flaws with two critical new components that were supposed to define the Pro experience: the haptic touchpad and the display.
The “Clicking” Problem
According to Framework, the original design of the touchpad’s mainboard led to a peculiar grounding issue. If users clicked the touchpad several times in rapid succession, the grounding fault could cause the status to reset. For power users or gamers, this would have been a frustrating break in workflow.
The Display Dilemma
On the visual side, the panel—supplied by CSOT—required attention. Fortunately, this issue was less hardware-centric and was resolved with a firmware update. CSOT is already working on producing new panels with the corrected firmware pre-installed.
“We Have the Fixes, But They Take Time”
Here is the mixed bag of news: Framework says they have already found solutions to both the touchpad grounding issue and the display firmware problem. However, implementing these fixes isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. The company needs time to adapt the mass production equipment and tooling to accommodate the revised designs.
For a deeper dive into the specs that make this laptop worth waiting for—including that stunning 120Hz 3:2 display and the new haptic trackpad—check out our comprehensive launch coverage of the Framework Laptop 13 Pro here .
Current Order Estimates and Your Options
The delays aren't just hitting the early birds. Framework has updated its timeline for new shoppers as well. If you were to place an order for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro today, you should expect delivery windows sliding between August and October, depending on the specific configuration (Intel vs. AMD, RAM, etc.).
What if you can’t wait?
Framework is sticking to its consumer-friendly ethos. The company emphasizes that any customer who cannot accommodate this delay is free to cancel their order and receive a full refund of their deposit. No questions asked, no restocking fees.
The Bottom Line
Delays are always frustrating, especially for a device as hyped as the 13 Pro. However, in the world of niche, modular hardware, a delay to fix a grounding issue or a firmware bug is arguably better than shipping a broken product. Framework is betting that its community of repair advocates and Linux enthusiasts would rather have a perfect laptop in August than a glitchy one in June.
For now, we wait. But if you were planning to use that deposit money to snag a competitor like the MacBook Pro instead, you can find current pricing on Amazon here .
