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0 points9999000009997mo ago0 comments

All I want is safe to replace batteries and SSDs.

Both are wear parts.

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Many laptops just use regular M.2 SSDs which are easy enough to replace. For me this is a requirement not just for repairs but also for the initial configuration - bundled storage options are usually too limited.

Batteries are harder because the race to reduce thickness and weight means that they are usually optimized for that rather than being some standard format you can find replacements for.

999900000999OP7mo ago

Macs already don't offer replaceable storage.

The new Surface 12 is in the same boat.

I'm not a big fan of regulation, but it would be nice to see OEMs offer professional battery replacement at a reasonable price.

100$ would be fair.

A lot of really stupid stuff can happen if you try to replace a battery.

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