unfortunately, as it's a design and hardware differences, so neither are the same; one omits the optical port and the other remains.

OR you can consider another alternative; get a fat PS4 (2nd hand, of course).

no, you can't hot swap the hard disk since it is encrypted. alternatively, you can transfer your files from PS4 to PS4 Pro via Ethernet (but at a slower pace).

that is a very repetitive and long process.
i would suggest you to make a back up of your game saves 1st, format the 2TB drive, plug it into the PS4 Pro and install the update. finally, reinstall all the games and updates on your PS4 Pro. this is to save you bucks from getting a new drive just for the sake of transferring.

Unless if the total capacity used in your current PS4 does not exceed 500GB, you're still safe, at least.

yes, it includes both the games and updates. just make sure both system are installed with the latest system update.

Yes. It's even FOC if under warranty.

From my understanding, warranty extension must be made during purchase only at selected Sony Centers, not at the service center.

thanks for the heads up. just registered my PS4 Pro in an instance.

because it's failed effect.
Bioware basically screwed it up.

Just pre ordered NFS Payback. My wallet feels light now.

anything that is under warranty will be FOC. what's probable to pay is the service charge.
i sent mine under warranty once and they serviced it at no charge.

Yes but only at Sony Centers, during purchasing a new unit. You may extend up to 2 years, equaling 3 years.