Framework CEO Nirav Patel posted a teardown comparing Apple's $599 MacBook Neo with the similarly priced Framework Laptop 12, arguing they embody opposing philosophies despite both targeting budget buyers. He praised Apple's improved access to parts like the battery and ports, but criticized its soldered RAM and storage, and the costly display replacement, positioning Framework's modular, upgradeable design as a longer-lasting alternative that reduces e-waste and avoids pulling users into Apple's "walled garden."https://www.notebookcheck.net/A-computer-should-be-yours-Framework-CEO-calls-out-MacBook-Neo-design.1262826.0.html
Generally I agree, but I bought things in the past that were made to be more easily repairable, etc., but I never needed that. For schools, etc., the probability of needing repair is higher, of course.
And how good is e.g. the touchpad that one would have to endure (if it's bad -- Neo's is just going to be better) for the ability to repair, which would probably would never need.
Regarding the Neo: All the big reviewers on YouTube recommend you get a Apple Refurbished Air instead. For organizations this may not be possible, obviously.