{"id":65399,"date":"2026-03-17T03:41:56","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T02:41:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/?p=65399"},"modified":"2026-03-17T03:42:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T02:42:03","slug":"macbook-neo-youtuber-upgrades-storage-to-1-tb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/en\/news\/macbook-neo-youtuber-ruestet-speicher-auf-1-tb-auf","title":{"rendered":"MacBook Neo: YouTuber upgrades storage to 1 TB"},"content":{"rendered":"

The MacBook Neo is the focus of an unusual hardware experiment. YouTuber DirectorFeng demonstrates in an ASMR video how to manually expand the built-in storage of an Apple device. Specifically, a 256 GB model is successfully upgraded to 1 TB.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DirectorFeng is known for such projects. He had previously attempted to expand the storage of an iPhone 17 Pro Max to 2 TB. However, this project failed due to NAND compatibility issues. The video about it still garnered a lot of attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the MacBook Neo, he has now managed a working upgrade, even if the process remains complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MacBook Neo storage upgrade overview<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The MacBook Neo has soldered-in memory that is normally not replaceable. This is precisely where the modification comes in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, the device is completely disassembled and the mainboard removed. Then, DirectorFeng desolders the original 256GB NAND chip, cleans the contact surfaces, and replaces it with a 1TB chip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After assembly, the software side is addressed: Using a second Mac, the device is restored in DFU mode. Only then does the system correctly recognize the new storage. Finally, 1 TB is displayed in the settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ASMR video and further information<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The entire project is presented as a calm ASMR video, without a classic explanation, but with a focus on sounds and details of the work steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The comments also mention that another YouTuber, Yang Changshun, supposedly performed a similar upgrade in a livestream. However, the video is not publicly available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risks<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The procedure is technically demanding and involves risks. Soldering errors or incompatible chips can render the device unusable. Furthermore, the warranty is usually voided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MacBook Neo: Technically possible, practically almost impossible to implement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The MacBook Neo demonstrates in this example that even soldered memory is theoretically replaceable. However, the process is complex and remains a task for experienced specialists. For most users, this is more of a technical insight than a realistic option. The best products for you: Our Amazon storefront<\/a> offers a wide selection of accessories, including those compatible with HomeKit. (Image: Apple)<\/p>\n\n\n\n