Framework laptop with Pixel insides and GrapheneOS

sonice

I wonder how hard it would be to replace a Framework laptop motherboard with a Pixel logic board.

Add a simple USB dock to the Pixel and connect the keyboard, trackpad, battery and display to the dock.

Or, since external displays are not working perfectly at the moment, would it be possible to design a custom PCB that would connect to the Framework display and then connect the display connector from the Pixel board to the same PCB? Same for the Framework battery. Keyboard and trackpad would work via USB.

N1b

Interesting idea, I have both devices and am intrigued to have a laptop running GOS this way...

Pocketstar

I guess obtaining a Pixel Tablet and a compatible keyboard-sleeve and USB-dongle would be more practical.
Something like this? https://www.amazon.com/DoohowCase-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Rechargeable-Backlighting/dp/B0CBPTVPXJ?
But it does sound like an intriguing DIY project I have to say.

sonice

Pocketstar
I do have a Pixel tablet, but I haven't found a case that turns it into a laptop form factor. All current options are sub par in build quality, keyboard, trackpad and in how they connect (bluetooth). They also lack hinged screens and famework frame would allow for a huge battery.

Pocketstar

sonice True. There seems to be a lack of peripherals for the Pixel Tablet... Perhaps a 3D-printed keyboardcase with a hinge might do the trick?
But other than that, the options on hardware is kinda sparse indeed...
There is an app that makes the launcher more like a desktop, it is a start:
https://f-droid.org/en/packages/cu.axel.smartdock/
https://github.com/axel358/smartdock