apple macbook pro a1286 emac 2324 teardown

I think the pull tab design is far superior - it secures the batteries without being permanent. Yes, I was referring to the batteries in the previous generation MBPs that were glued in. I also think the SOC will have fewer issues usually caused by sockets. The M1 is so fast using unified memory and storage and I don't think using externally connected RAM and SSD would be as fast. Increasing storage size is the only reason I can see to need to replace existing storage so I'm getting enough to last, using external storage for things I don't change often. I haven't had to replace an SSD yet even the original 3G and 6G versions.

Historically, batteries are the biggest thing I've had to replace on laptops followed by HDDs. Adding all the extra sockets for both is unnecessary and takes up a lot of room. I like memory and storage being part of the SOC, especially when you see benchmarks. iFixit only gives it a 4 because they feel everything should be removable and replaceable. Even the middle batteries are accessible by easily unscrewing a bunch of bolts to remove the trackpad, which is very easy to remove (major improvement). The more I hear about the new MBPs, the more I like them.ĭid you watch their video? The batteries are removed using the adhesive pull tabs and if you go slow, they work perfectly.

Apple macbook pro a1286 emac 2324 teardown