Slimbook looks interesting. If the parts are from Asia, I hope it's Taiwan -- this looks promising. They sadly advertise with an "AI" part, which, ew. But they seem good other than that.
Starlabs is also very interesting, they got a few privacy features. They're UK-based, though.
Tuxedo seems like it's good but mostly focused on people who just want a laptop that works.
Out of all options mentioned in this thread so far, those three seem like the best options - they offer Linux and are more European. I think I will go for the Starlabs one, the customisation is clear and easy, and they do have privacy features.
I think to everyone I'd tell:
- Want a laptop that just works? Tuxedo.
- Want to support open-source devs? Slimbook.
- Privacy? Starlabs.
Dumb question, but are all of these laptops customisable in terms of OS? Like custom boots, etc? And what regarding their security?