Ask HN: Is there a website that tracks excessive writes to SSDs in OS/app betas?
I am looking for a website that tracks excessive SSD writes caused by OS or app betas. I want users to be able to decide whether to install beta software based on the SSD wear they are willing to accept. Additionally, I believe making this data public would encourage developers to be more careful about excessive logging in their betas.
At least on Apple devices, this is not something anyone has to worry about. For example, on my 2022 Mac Studio daily driver, on 24/7, DriveDx reports my SSD lifetime left at 94%.
Then you probably want something that has replaceable parts and not an apple product (e.g. framework)?
Also, I could see why developers would want excessive logging in their betas, so that's kind of a catch-22 (without the verbose logs it might be harder to fix bugs found in the beta)
Really?? I would consider such laptops not fit for purpose and wouldn't buy one in the first place.