The post discusses a modder's success in adding an M.2 slot to the Raspberry Pi 500, indicating exciting developments in Raspberry Pi hardware customization. User comments reflect diverse opinions, with some expressing disappointment in the Raspberry Pi's limitations and advocating for an open-source approach to integrated circuits. Others discuss the implications of such modifications on future hardware upgrades and the challenges posed by RF interference and power supply issues. There is a notable desire among users for greater modularity and accessibility in computing devices, with thoughts extending to the possibilities of democratizing integrated circuits.