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A YouTuber demonstrated that MacBook Neo users can perform DIY SSD upgrades from 256GB/512GB to 1TB using iPhone 16 Pro components, achieving faster storage at a total device cost under $900—highlighting a significant gap between Apple's limited factory configurations and achievable hardware capabilities. This discovery raises questions about Apple's product strategy, repairability expectations, and the potential for user customization in locked-down devices, which could influence enterprise procurement decisions if IT organizations seek maximum storage flexibility at lower price points. For technology leaders, this underscores the importance of evaluating total cost of ownership beyond official specifications and considering supply chain vulnerabilities when relying on component commonality across Apple's ecosystem.