Laptop with swappable i/o!!??

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Josh Crutchley
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Laptop with swappable i/o!!??

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I just heard about this laptop that has swappable i/o. All the ports are on modules that interface with the motherboard with usb-c. They claim it's upgradable but I don't see how when it's limited by it's usb-c interface. It's really just a laptop with built-in dongles but I thought it was cool. https://frame.work/products/laptop-diy-edition
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I poked around a bit and the specification for usb-c includes many other "modes." I don't expect you to read this whole document but if you just scroll down there must be 15 to 20 other modes of operation that can be implemented.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB-C

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I'm happy enough with two USB-C ports and a dedicated optical audio port. I wouldn't mind one more USB-C port.
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