ifixit indicates third-party 2018 macbook pro, imac pro repairs still possible for now

Earlier this week, MacRumors obtained internal document from Apple stating that Macs with Apple T2 chip, including iMac Pro and 2018 MacBook Pro, must pass Apple diagnostics for certain repairs to be completed...   For Macs with Apple T2 chip, the repair process is not complete for certain parts replacements until AST System Configuration suite has been run.   Failure to perform this step will in inoperative system and incomplete repair. • For notebooks Display, logic board, top case, and Touch ID board • For desktops Logic board and flash storage..   Apple's software is limited to internal use by Genius Bars at Apple Stores, Apple Authorized Service Providers, and qualifying institutions, suggesting that independent repair shops without Apple certification would be unable to repair certain parts on Mac Pro and 2018 MacBook Pro going forward..   Moreover, the document reignited debate about planned obsolescence, repairs through alternative channels might not be possible..   the repair experts at iFixit swapped out the display and logic board on MacBook Pro, book remained operational without being subjected to Apple's diagnostic software...   iFixit is not Apple Authorized Service Provider, so at this time, it appears that independent repair shops should remain able to repair iMac Pro and 2018 MacBook Pro without issue.   It's possible that units with swapped parts may operate, Apple diagnostic tests for having 'unauthorized components installed — much like earlier units did on earlier versions of AST for third party HDD SSD, RAM and batteries..   Back in 2008 I purchased Ti Book G4 at 450Mhz with 1GB RAM and 50GB HDD as primary machine to refresh my skills OSX after 2yr sense from that OS at that time.   Back in 2008 I purchased Ti Book G4 at 450Mhz with 1GB RAM and 50GB HDD as primary machine to refresh my skills OSX after 2yr sense from that OS at that time.   Apple Cinema Display because it's taken over decade for monitor that has both resolution and larger physical size to be released ..   0 5 5.   Read more