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> Really annoying they continue to do this, especially given they charge excessive markup on memory upgrades This is exactly why they solder it on - so they ca
by artursapek 7y ago
> Really annoying they continue to do this, especially given they charge excessive markup on memory upgrades
This is exactly why they solder it on - so they can charge those prices. They've created a monopoly on hardware upgrades and repairs for their machines. This is why a lot of people refuse to buy Apple laptops these days.
- threeseed 7y agoYou can't upgrade a MacBook Pro after it has been purchased so not sure what monopoly you think Apple has. And the reason why they solder it is because it reduces the thickness of the laptops. Those clips/connectors don't come for free.
- sagarm 7y agoThose clips/connectors don't come for free, but the ability to price discriminate is obviously highly valuable to Apple.
- artursapek 7y agoThey have a monopoly on repairs. And with other laptops, you can certainly upgrade at least the SSD independently. With Macs, you have to buy a whole new machine.