I find it unsettling that people make purchase recommendations solely based on the merit of the phones given purism contributed more patches to the Linux phone ecosystem.
I don't think that's necessarily correct. You can't even order a Librem 5 if you want it right now because of silicon shortages. You can purchase a Pinephone. Ignoring that, the price differential is insane (and I doubt people who would consider the Librem 5 USA are really saying "yes" or "no" based solely on the merit of the phone).
I think it's one thing to recognize that Purism is providing patches, but that doesn't translate to a device people can and want to purchase.
The battery life mentioned in the post is surprisingly low (see my other comment above), but you're misrepresenting it quite drastically. The post talks about the battery being at 60% after 3 hours of screen-off idling, not "3 hours of screen-off battery life".
I am not a heavy user - so not much screen time - and my phone spends 8 hours a work day in flight mode which surely helps. I charge my phone once every 6-7 days.
I know the articles phones are not mainstream. I would like a mobile OS OS :-P and as a light user I am willing to make a few concessions.
To add to that, it's mostly concerning because if Purism wouldn't be funding the development, who would? I'm hoping they'll be able to recoup and keep up their investment.
I think it's one thing to recognize that Purism is providing patches, but that doesn't translate to a device people can and want to purchase.