Recent tariffs implemented by the Trump administration are significantly impacting the tech industry, particularly in the PC sector. Framework Computer, a company celebrated for its modular and repair-friendly laptops, has suspended the sale of several base models of its Framework Laptop 13 in the U.S. This decision mainly affects models equipped with the Intel Ultra 5 125H and AMD Ryzen 5 7640U processors. The root cause of this withdrawal from the U.S. market is the new tariffs targeting imports from Taiwan, where Framework’s laptops are manufactured and assembled.
Although Framework is based in San Francisco, the tariffs have disrupted its operations and delayed its plans. Alongside this, the company has halted U.S. pre-orders for its latest model, the Framework Laptop 12. This laptop, which features a customizable 12.2-inch touchscreen and functions as a 2-in-1 device, will not be available for U.S. customers as of now. Framework has communicated its challenges transparently, revealing that the company’s initial pricing strategies were based on zero tariffs.
The current 10% tariff means selling their lowest-end models would result in a financial loss. The company has not ruled out the possibility of further updates and will keep consumers informed about the situation. Framework is not isolated in facing these challenges. Other companies, like Nintendo, have also delayed U.S. pre-orders for their products due to the same tariff issues.
Early signs suggest that the repercussions of the new tariffs could lead to more delays and disruptions across various tech manufacturers in the coming weeks.