Devices · 2h ago
Mac user saves $2,200 by manually upgrading storage, calls process 'hell'
An Apple enthusiast upgraded their MacBook's SSD themselves, saving $2,200 compared to Apple's upgrade price. The process involved soldering new NAND chips and reprogramming the controller, which the user described as 'really hell.' The mod is not for the faint of heart and voids the warranty.
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While impressive, this DIY feat highlights Apple's exorbitant storage pricing and anti-repair design, but it's not a practical solution for most users.
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‘This kind of work blows my mind’: An Apple fan saved $2,200 by manually upgrading their Mac’s storage — but admitted the process ‘was really hell’ →
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