The Worst MacBooks I've Ever Repaired (and one of the best)

Enjoy this unhinged compilation of some of the worst MacBooks that have ever come into my computer repair shop.
0:00-1:01 2014 Ass Flakes
1:01-2:00 Pawn Shop Regrets
2:00-3:12 Gooch Beetle
3:12-4:27 Christmas Miracle
4:27-5:32 LintBook Pro
5:32-6:38 MacBook Air Insults
6:38-8:15 GOATbook Pro
Tools used: www.amazon.com/shop/salemtech...
Merch Bought: SalemTechsperts.com
Wives Stolen: 12

[@SalemTechsperts]

Buy my Merch to help me pay for the therapy these MacBook's have warranted. SalemTechsperts.com

[@NoobMaster2787]

lots of swamp stuff

[@ShintekBeats]

This might be your funniest one so far, nice Wu-Tang cap btw 🙌

[@Loke_The_Potato52]

Man, I work at subway. 💀I already closed. How did you get in😭

[@Robojoe1]

“Can we fix it?” “No, it’s f*cked!”

[@xthaone]

Apple watching this: .... >:( *Reports*

[@alexturnbackthearmy1907]

Noooo, you cant just upgrade our RAM and storage, why would you even need more? - apple when asked about upgradability.

[@howaboutsomesoyfood]

I think if they could find a way to sue those who fix their devices, they would.

[@nobody-xh6ii]

​@howaboutsomesoyfood they tried. They did this with a repair shop who repaired their phones and decided to use the guy, wanting him to destroy all the phones he repaired on and pay them for losses on sales for new phones on top of that due to the repair jobs stopping people from buying

[@ZeroHourProductions407]

Battery: $50 Labor: $100 Giving a big 🖕to Tim Cook? Priceless. There are some things money cannot buy. For everything else, there is *The Greatest Technician that's ever lived.*

[@reallycoollondon]

"Maybe Lupe can help us with this." "Jgeeeee" "Guess not"

[@saladgaming4339]

The greatest MacBook that's ever lived (how? we will never know...)

[@pmf026]

"MacBukkake'd"💀

[@kinsley7777]

annnnnnnd, there’s that New England cut & dried sense of humor that always leaves someone second guessing whether you were kidding … about anything

[@wyldc4t316]

I am genuinely impressed with your ability to not only fix tech, but to come up with names for dust and excuses for having a toothbrush in your back pocket

[@Mutrax4706]

7:25 "and did some thermal "mods"" that quotation while showing you literally just poked some holes in the chassis was pretty good

[@LdotSdot210]

such an honor to be living in the same time as the greatest technician that's ever lived.

[@L319HV]

Oh man I replaced a m1 macbook air screen at my shop recently for a customer and the repair went smoothly and worked perfectly. 3 weeks later customer comes back with a broken lcd trying to claim it as a warrenty fault. Suffice to say there was a lengthy heated discussion trying to explain to them warranty is not insurance and that they have to pay for a new screen again which we offered a 10% discount being nice and ofcourse they still left quite angry.

[@SalemTechsperts]

For the guy in the comments asking me how it is being a repair technician, this is my response.

[@TheFrenchClipper]

It's genuinely hard to know if a customer is dumb, or they do it on purpose to get free stuff. Food industry, clothing, repairs and OMFG software - and countless others.

[@kalangototal]

Based on the amount of dishonest people we see out there, I'm almost completely sure that this customer did this on purpose, in the hope of getting a free screen (and something else).

[@yuglooc4506]

Never thought id relate so much with a macbook 😢

[@markstein9773]

"Are you the main character?" "No, I am the greatest technician that's ever lived."

[@GSBarlev]

Love to see it. My 2013 MBP is still running smooth and is the only laptop I own (and is the only device I own that doesn't run Linux). My plan for if it ever died was to replace it with a Framework, but instead I might just send it into *_The Greatest Technician that Ever Stole My Wife's Toothbrush_*

[@thedumbassintheworks]

Fun fact mac is is based on Linux so all of your devices are Linux based 😅

[@toufusoup]

*THE GREATEST MACBOOKS THAT EVER LIVED*

[@GSBarlev]

They really are. The new ARM-powered ones are really impressive in terms of performance, and when they launched, $1k for an ultrabook was a steal. But they are completely non-upgradeable and fairly fragile.

[@iAmCyberwaste]

Apple, probably: "We'll give him the greatest lawsuit that there's ever been."

[@blackstar-genX]

When MacBooks used to be upgradable. Good days

[@Okipullup6103]

The relatability is killing me!! 😭😭😭

[@michaelcanan5794]

After the repairs keeps those computers out of the trash for a few more years 🤘 They're definitely powerful enough to use.

[@hectic0620]

Lupe standing there innocently: gets blown up by battery😂

[@ManBearGote]

Your one liners and puns are legendary.. 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@vladpop998]

The 2015 MackBook Bro joke never fails to make me laugh out loud😂😂😂

[@half-qilin]

My main laptop is one of the 2012 15” Unibody MBP’s. It’s quite literally the only machine that fit my needs (upgradable, Metal API support, dGPU).

[@Hortonscakes]

I mean, you're not wrong! Stop abusing Lupe! 😂😂😂

[@jovenlorilla8533]

The greatest gooch collector that ever lived

[@bilalzen]

Hey it's the MacBook bro

[@SalemTechsperts]

😎

[@clydegriffiths4085]

My 2012 mac dropped appx from 2m height when I descended to shelter during air strike, and it’s so freakin’ tough that it broke the tile on floor, but mac got only small dent and still works well. How is it even possible

[@saveEarth69]

2:09 battle scarred whale and gooch beetle stole my heart

[@kay1229]

Hey guys I have a really stupid question, How come you guys don't do Board Repair / Soldering Repairs on Macs or other laptops ? Could've had the greatest solderer that's ever lived award too

[@SalemTechsperts]

Not a stupid question. There's only one of me. I am "you guys". Lupe is just a friend that hangs out. If I were to offer those services I wouldn't have time to offer any other service. That's why shops that do board repair either have a dedicated person to do it (which I can't afford to pay), or that's the ONLY service they offer. I enjoy being able to offer different repairs for different devices, not just working on motherboards all day. Combine this with the fact Right to Repair will never be a thing, so schematics and reliable replacement parts will always be a challenge to find. For MacBook's it made sense up until Apple put the nail in the coffin with IC restrictions and pairing, but with thousands of different models of other laptops, it's simply too much of a hassle imo.

[@tim_br192]

Luckily, there's the greatest technichian that's ever lived

[@dylondeec]

Love a good compilation

[@necris1756]

Your channel changed my life

[@zero-ej6rt]

10 years in the joint made you a freakin high explosive!

[@georgesabouzeid6442]

when he makes the the greatest tech thing image i get down and laughing😅😅😅😂😂😂

[@funnydab4ik]

The greatest technician that's ever lived timecodes: 0:18 1:29 2:32 3:38 4:47 6:36

[@user-ev4ig5yc2h]

Väldigt bra batteri

[@CloroxThePotatoPriest]

I just started my workterm two weeks ago and repairing laptops and pcs is basically all i do now, so this stuff is super exciting and helpful for me!

[@TheLeotruegamer]

Amazing video!!!

[@aryankhandelwal787]

"ur father knows accidental leaks lead to financial burden" lmao

[@Jainka1]

I feel like I got insulted on so many levels 😂

[@VRHyoumaru]

I actually own that last model bootcamped with Win7, its held up pretty well, except for the fact that for whatever reason the battery continues to drain until it hits 94% then charges to full and repeats even when plugged in, and it keeps doing this with every replacement battery I try. Weird.

[@jfslim25]

Be honest now.. You don't sleep, trying to come up with all your "your mom" jokes 😂😂

[@jinraigami3349]

Still a lot cleaner than some of the laptops on this channel. lol

[@Jahamez_left_the_game]

Hi Andy, I'm a first time pc builder and was wondering how to connect multiple argbs to a motherboard even though there is only one addressable header.

[@greatoluwayemi4055]

Accidentally leaks leads to financial burden 😂

[@freshvintage]

When can I purchase that Salem Techsperts crown I saw you wearing at 0:48 ?? 😁

[@SalemTechsperts]

Your local Burger King should have them in stock

[@freshvintage]

@@SalemTechsperts I'm hoping for the limited edition Salem Techsperts Crown 👑 😁

[@BensoftMedia]

Back in 2017 I had a 2010 17 inch MBP, I rang my nearest Apple Store and inquired if they carried new batteries for it, the guy on the phone said “We don’t stock retro parts”

[@hpenvy1106]

Your thoughts about the snapdragon elite X? I'm legit exited

[@FZ0504]

2:11 i never knew a gooch beetle existed...

[@TheHolyJuice]

Can you find out if that MacBooks wife is single?😂

[@Scott4_777]

I have this problem with my laptop that it turns off every 30 minutes or so. And i was wondering if its because of the battery or if its overheated.

[@phantompilot300]

3:22 this joke caught me off guard

[@gabrielvazquez6081]

Oh God I love his jokes!

[@A4orce84]

How does PTM thermal pads compare to quality thermal paste? Maybe a future video idea Mr. Greatest Technician That Ever Lived!

[@SalemTechsperts]

That's more a video for a serious tech channel like JayzTwoCents or Gamers Nexus. And I think Gamers Nexus has already done it? PTM is the next best thing to liquid metal though, and doesn't need to be replaced for a very long time compared to paste

[@A4orce84]

@@SalemTechsperts - Fair enough! Keep up the quality content sir!

[@kabirch5001]

"When your mother sits on my facing this issue" was smooth

[@SumitKumar-pr3fk]

Can you tell us about acers hinges are they worth purchasing acer laptops? like acer aspire 7

[@soohawaiian11]

Still got my 2012 MacBook Pro #2 (RIP #1 met its demise at the hands of an IZZE). It runs, though at glacial pace and tethered to the power cord. Remember upgrading the RAM/HDD and replacing the battery. Opened that sucker up so many times. Then there’s my 2016 which I’ve never seen inside.

[@markusbraunberger180]

Thd greatest technisian thats ever lived

[@justin6731]

I have a the rare MacBook Pro 17 Inch from 2012 with a awesome i7 and 16gb of ram and a 512ssd and a 1tb drive instead of the cd rom. Only issue the screen cable decided it wanted to come apart. Fix it i will, when i find a cable.

[@smittywerbenjaegermanjensen]

Woot! New video!

[@hotwings6918]

Is there any good lenovo laptops, in terms of that it has good build quality and wont be able to pop the screen of by sliding my thumb in between the screen and keyboard?

[@Vytht]

The thumbnail is good tbh

[@phatkeys4060]

Hey, I have a 2012 MBP 13 inch as well, I LOVE it. I put a SSD in it, and I want to put a 2nd HDD in it as well. Also I want to put a fresh battery in as well. I need the wise mind of the GREATEST TECHNI- well you know... I need some advice on what to use for the upgrades, if you don't mind.

[@JohnnyRocker2050]

As someone who owns an Early 2011 MBP (running High Sierra because I don't want to take a risk with OpenCore yet XD). I just upgrade the HDD to an SSD (always a god send for these older MacBooks) and I upgrade the RAM to it's fullest, which in my case was 8 GB. I still use the SuperDrive in my MBP because I have a lot of DVDs that I still watch from time to time and this is one of the ways I watch them. I hope your upgrades go well for your MBP 😄

[@ThatOneDudeTo]

00:25 -The greatest assistant technician that used to live.

[@sysierius]

The greatest technician that ever lived ~

[@Drakuba]

we are not the same, as i based my entire personality about hating apple instead

[@lizaamesau8066]

How is1 he able to compare so many PC issues with real life issues, it's amazing 😅

[@EmoryPlayz0]

RIP and that battery looks like my dads 2008 MacBook pro

[@ckreon]

Mid 2010 MBP was the greatest laptop of all time. OF ALL TIME. But seriously, it is amazing and still runs great today - I made similar upgrades (SSD, more RAM), but kept the disc drive because it's the only computer in my house that has one now - comes in clutch on rare occasions.

[@Pegasix21]

The greatest technician that’s ever lived

[@yourcomputerhasdied]

The

[@vancentyoube3718]

Hey, what do you think about HP Omen transcend 14 ? How is the hinge design ? Will there be any issues with that laptop. I got a one time discount with HP. Any inputs would be appreciated

[@SalemTechsperts]

There will be issues with every laptop. The reason I never recommend new laptops is because they haven’t been around long enough for design flaws or common issues to start appearing. I form opinions on laptops after 2-4 years when they start failing and I start seeing them in my shop.

[@TrashPCGamer]

Please I Need Your Help I Was Trying To Download Windows 10 By Myself But It Didn't Want To Be Downloaded In Disk 0 So I Opened YT For A Tutorial And The Tutorial Said To Select The Disk 0 And "Clean It" Wich I Didn't Understand One Thing About That Clean Command Wich Is Deletes All Files In All Partitions. Is There's A Chance That I Can Get Back My Files?

[@geraldpheonix]

Salem likes guch beetle 😅😅😅

[@tuetrinhquang4586]

Spicy pillows!!!

[@RealPhoenixFlight]

The greatest technicians to have ever lived 0:18 1:29 2:32 3:39 4:48 6:36

[@RatcheT2497]

noticed the watermark logo halfway through watching this video and now i can't not notice it. it's staring straight into my soul...

[@annieworroll4373]

This is making me want to do a bit of refurbishment on my 2008 MacBook.. needs a new fan, probably could use repasting and dust cleaning, maybe a RAM upgrade... but at least it does have an SSD installed in the last couple years before I replaced it with an HP because a Core 2 Duo is slow as balls now. But the thought of that makes me remember when I replaced the keyboard on it and those are not happy thoughts and it's missing a few screws afterwards.

[@SalemTechsperts]

Hah! The keyboard replacement is by far the hardest repair you could ever do on that damn thing. You have already been through the depths of Hell, don't be intimidated by any other upgrade or repair on this machine!

[@iLucidMC]

Yooo I’m here 35 seconds after this video dropped!

[@heyitsjustjacob5308]

I didn't know I was subscribed to the GREATEST TECHNICIAN THATS EVER LIVED but whatever.

[@RagingChaviel]

Nice video ❤

[@ya_226.]

alternative title : "the greatest technition thats ever lived" compalition

[@SalemTechsperts]

I already made that video though LOL

[@gamereditor59ner22]

Yeah learning! I could use your video to help me to study for CompTIA A+

[@SalemTechsperts]

It will definitely come in handy when you get to the "Variety's of Gooch" section

[@gamereditor59ner22]

Yup! Thank you the greatest technician that ever lived! 😎👍

[@mikukumiku]

I had a mid 2012 MBP that still runs after I replaced its battery. Handed it to my dad after upgrading to a 2019 model and I swear to god the 2013 runs better than this newer one.

[@kswsquared]

2012 Macbook Pro still working. Without the screen though, and had the storage changed a few times but my fault for dropping it.

[@mattmadcat]

What watch You are using? I noticed You have square smart watch. I'm looking for decent square smart watch

[@SalemTechsperts]

Apple Watch Series 8 or some shit, whatever came out 2 years ago. Android lost my loyalty and Apple can eat all the dicks but God Damnit they make things so easy to use.

[@youtubesurfer1533]

7:48 Truly the best laptop that’s ever made! I have the early 2011 model and it’s still in the original battery! i just changed the HDD with and SSD and my father is using it for web browsing.

[@Setyantoro.__]

You're MacBook fucked up? Don't worry , there's still *The Greatest Technician That's Ever Lived*

[@fredybougard6506]

ahahahahahaha on every line

[@montyindaghetto]

Still waiting on Lincoln Bio...

[@LRK-GT]

Can the GOATbook be upgraded to a quad-core i7 (like is in the 15" model?)

[@SalemTechsperts]

Only if you’re dosdude

[@LRK-GT]

@@SalemTechsperts Went and found his video. Thank You for the ref.

[@BorisJancic-qx2sy]

I have a problem, when i turn on my pc its works for 5 seconds and it shutts off, pls tell me what is the problem

[@BorisJancic-qx2sy]

And it gavr me recovery screen

[@Blackpapalink]

I upgraded my sister's 2012 13" MacBook Pro with a 1TB SSD, and 16 gigs of RAM, but I can't figure out how to retighten the hinges on it.

[@SalemTechsperts]

It's fairly intensive, definitely harder than replacing the RAM or HDD. I made a Short (go figure I didn't include it in this compilation) that shows how to do it. But I'm sure there are others on KZbin that you can watch

[@Blackpapalink]

@@SalemTechsperts Thanks, I'll check it out and see if I can do it for her.

[@dylanlindsay1993]

yep! ive owned serveral of those! i currently own a 11 inch 2014 macbook air and a 2013 13 inch macbook bro! i did own a 2012 15 inch macbook pro about 2 years ago but the dedicated gpu died so i tossed it and when i got my 2013 13 inch macbook pro i made sure to get one with just the intel gpu so that didnt happen again!

[@SalemTechsperts]

Ah the 2012 15", The Greatest MacBook That Never Lived. Such a shame they all fried.

[@nadex2111]

Can u please make the greatest guide to clean our pc??

[@SalemTechsperts]

Flamethrower

[@mecca6801]

dude, bass warning. you made my neighbors dog bark!!!

[@SalemTechsperts]

You mean on the clip where I gave the bass warning?

[@mecca6801]

@@SalemTechsperts I wasn't ready! 😆

[@RRios0027]

el mas grande tecnicio q ha livido

[@giancarlonealmaru7303]

AVN Award💀

[@cristalfernandes7045]

Thank God. No one touched me 😺😂

[@lallyji8051]

what program you use to change your voice ?

[@SalemTechsperts]

I record in Adobe Audition and put the "radio announcer filter" on.