Mac Studio France DIY Storage

French Startup Disrupts Mac Studio Storage Market with DIY SSD Upgrade Solution

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A groundbreaking hardware modification for Apple's Mac Studio has surfaced through a successful Kickstarter campaign by French tech firm Polysoft, offering users a way to upgrade their storage at substantially lower costs compared to Apple's official pricing.

The innovative solution allows Mac Studio owners to upgrade their machines to up to 8TB of storage for less than half of Apple's upgrade costs, though it requires opening the device and voiding the warranty.

How It Works

Polysoft developed custom circuit boards that house SSDs and are compatible with both M1 and M2 Mac Studio models. The boards can be installed by removing the rubber base of the Mac Studio and replacing Apple's original SSD board with Polysoft's version.

The company achieved this through meticulous research, including analyzing Apple's own upgrade boards to ensure compatibility. The solution has already been tested by creative professionals across France.

Price Comparison

The Kickstarter campaign offered dramatic savings compared to Apple's upgrade pricing:

  • 2TB upgrade: $340 (Apple charges $600)
  • 4TB upgrade: $865 (Apple charges $1,200)
  • 8TB upgrade: $950-$1,015 (Apple charges $2,400)

Technical Considerations

While the installation process requires basic technical skills, users should note several factors:

  • Only standard SSD sizes offered by Apple are supported
  • Original Apple SSD cannot be retained
  • Post-installation setup may require additional steps
  • Warranty and AppleCare coverage will be voided

Future Prospects

While the initial Kickstarter campaign has concluded after raising $97,000 (triple its goal), Polysoft hints at potential future projects, including SSD upgrade modules for upcoming Mac Studio and M4 Pro models.

The success of this campaign demonstrates strong user interest in more affordable storage upgrade options for Apple computers, despite the warranty implications.

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