I do that for all my important data and photos. Portable SSDs are cheap and reliable

Best get yourself NAS like synology.

yup, that's great.

i guess you do use the SSD encryption software to lock the SSD?

Not really, I’m not that sophisticated….

okay. it is for your important data security.

I could just use the security key the SSD has built into right?

I was reading some stuff on the SSD for Macbook and seem there is a life span of only 5 years or SSD worn from swapping/copying huge data (250GB - 150TDW / 500GB - 300TDW). Whichever come first. As my understanding, once the SSD fails, the MacBook is bricked since no external bootable device able to boot it up with apple security lock down.

Which got me concern, since the SSD chip is soldered on the mainboard and is proprietary. This also will make me think twice to backup my iPhone to this MacBook. Is there any third party can fix and replace the M1 ssd? If yes, any idea how much it cost?

Found a source in Lowyat Plaza KL. Good news is possible to replace the soldered SSD for the M1. Bad new is the price will cost you about RM1.4k.

RM1.4k is wayyyyyy too expensive to repair. better get a new macbook.

no issue so far for me. i think the "lifespan" concern is just over-worries.

I agree. Actually it takes a daily more than normal usage to hit the MTBF. either you using your mba as server or you daily doing disk benchmark.

So for me if your mba more than 5 years, you actually pay off the investment of using mba. time to tech refresh

negotiable? may i know more details?

Hi. Getting a M1 MBA soon.

Planning to buy the Ugreen 100W GaN charger with 100W cable, and a 7in1 USB-C Hub from Ugreen as well with the PD100W.

If I am to charge it via the PD100W, without using the original charger and cable, should be ok, right?

This post has been edited by Savor_Savvy: Jul 9 2024, 01:47 PM

No problem, I occasionally charge my MBA M1 with Baseus 100W charger and any cable within reach.
https://shopee.com.my/Baseus-GaN5-Pro-100W-...423.21484331389

My battery capacity is still 100% after 3 years 🤯

Can reach out to iboff mat on fb, this price as ot march 2024:

8TB / 4TB / 2TB / 1TB SSD Storage Upgrade for M3 / M2 / M1 / Ultra / Max / Pro
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Disebabkan ada beberapa soalan tentang harga UPGRADE SSD di post sebelum ini, kita jawab disini sahaja:
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M1 / M2 / M3 :
500GB RM950
1TB RM1050 (retail RM1600)
2TB RM1599 (retail RM3200)
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M1 Pro/Max, M2 Pro/Max, M3 Pro/Max / Ultra:
1TB RM1599
2TB RM1899 (retail RM2400)
4TB need to inquire
8TB need to inquire
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Semua size SSD ada 1 tahun warranty dari iBoff RCC
SSD lama kita akan buat KEYCHAIN(while stock last - gambar)
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FAQ:
1. SSD ni original ke?
Apple menggunakan brand Hynix, Kioxia, WD untuk M-series Mac. Supplier yang kita dapat adalah SSD brand new Kioxia dan kita diberi 1 tahun warranty.
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2. Kenapa harga berbeza ikut model?
Ada Mac yang guna 2 NAND, ada yang guna 4 NAND, ada yang guna 8 NAND. Setiap NAND juga harga berbeza-beza. Lagi banyak guna NAND, lagi tinggi harga.
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3. Mahal juga eh walaupun upgrade di 3rd party?
Ya, sebab harga termasuk workmanship, dan harga NAND boleh dinaikkan / diturunkan sewenang-wenang nya oleh supplier. Ini ikut pengalaman kita for the past 6 months. Kalau guna 4 NAND atau 8 NAND, lagi banyak NAND guna & nak solder, lagi mahal lah harga.
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4. Harga akan berubah ke di masa hadapan?
Ya, harga yang dikira adalah berdasarkan kos yang kita dapat daripada supplier. Jika harga supplier makin turun, maka ada kemungkinan akan turun. Jika naik, maka akan naik. Dan ya, mereka sedang memanipulasi harga, 😂
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5. Boleh ke kalau bawa sendiri NAND ke iBoff dan kita pasangkan?
Boleh, tapi base price tetap RM599(dan keatas - tengok model) untuk buat kerja-kerja soldering, pasang resistor/capacitor yang hilang & tiada dari kilang, dan risiko yang kita perlu tanggung. NAND juga tiada 1 tahun warranty.
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6. Tak bahaya ke buat modifikasi macam ni?
Jika ada alat yang betul, parts yang original, process upgrade ini 100% selamat. Setakat ini dalam 100 unit yang kita upgrade, 100 unit berjaya dan tiada masalah, alhamdulillah.
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7. Warranty Void tak?
Jika anda masih ada Apple Care, atau standard warranty, upgrade SSD ini akan void warranty. Tetapi kerja soldering kita kemas dan nampak seperti original. Tiada flux residue, loose components etc.
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8. Perlu backup dahulu ke?
Ya, perlu backup file anda dahuu, paling mudah guna Time Machine dan simpan di external SSD/HDD. Boleh beri pada kita, dan kita akan restore TM ke SSD baru secara FOC.
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9. Boleh tanya untuk kita tambah.

Hi all, bet this question was asked numerous times but M1 MBA still worth to get in 2024?

it u can get it cheap, it is still worth it. Compare price with M2 and decide from there.

if got budget, I'd personally would get M2

Just to update, got my macbook back after leaving in the service centre for about 3 to 4 weeks.
parts replaced:
1) Logic board
2) Touch ID
3) Audio board
4) Display assembly
5) Battery pack

they informed me that the parts replaced close to 6k, even more expensive than a new M1 Macbook.

If you can get it new for RM3000 or less, I think it's worth it. I'm still using mine from 2021.

Just got one for my neighbour a few days ago.