There's been a small blue line on the very left of the screen for a few months now, woke up today to find the screen like this though. No idea how this happened considering it hasn't been dropped or anything. Anyone know how to figure out if it's a graphics issue or physical issue with the screen? Anyone had a similar problem and know how much it would be to get fixed? I don't live near an Apple store and it isn't under warranty. Thanks.
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Can someone tell me what these vertical lines are?
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That's bad news!
You likely need a new screen.
What model is it?
Yeah, I know.
It's a Mid 2012 model.
I was planning to upgrade to skylake when that's out, so not sure if it would be worth it for me to get fixed in the first place.
I hate it when things break prematurely! I think the screen replacement cost is about $600. It's probably worth it to get it done as the computer itself is still good.
You could also sell it as-is at a reduced cost. It's always a tough decision.
Good luck!
You could also sell it as-is at a reduced cost. It's always a tough decision.
Good luck!
Anyone have experience with repair services on eBay?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/REPAIR-SERV...531?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a9a45a483
http://www.ebay.com/itm/REPAIR-SERV...531?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a9a45a483
No, but they seems to have good feedback overall.
Before you do this, get a quote from a local Apple Authorized Service Provider to get an idea of what it will cost.
https://locate.apple.com
Screen MBR 15 inch
There is a big price difference, if you get a complete clamshell than that will set you back about 500$, but just the LCD is about 250$. Here is what the price would be in Europe, so should be able to do it for less in the States.
http://www.ikfix.nl/macbook-pro-retina-15-inch-onderdelen/nl/page/172/?Lister=1#/?SF_25=158
There is a big price difference, if you get a complete clamshell than that will set you back about 500$, but just the LCD is about 250$. Here is what the price would be in Europe, so should be able to do it for less in the States.
http://www.ikfix.nl/macbook-pro-retina-15-inch-onderdelen/nl/page/172/?Lister=1#/?SF_25=158