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Would you return this rMBP
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If it isn't pulling out of the bezel and doesn't affect the operation (like closing the lid), I wouldn't be bothered by it.
Can it be simply pushed back into place with your thumbnail?
You're asking us but you are the one who needs to make that choice. Depends on how much it bothers you! Apple will probably take it back, but it's up to you to decide if it's worth the hassle!
You're asking us but you are the one who needs to make that choice. Depends on how much it bothers you! Apple will probably take it back, but it's up to you to decide if it's worth the hassle!
yea i tried pushing it back but it seems like the glue there is weak and can't hold it in place or the rubber is disfigured
Tough call really. Eventually the rubber all around it will come off if you don't glue it yourself.
If it bothers you, return it. If you are sure you can't fix it. I would try a tiny, tiny bit of glue on the end of something pointy, then get it in the right place and hold it there for a while. Wouldn't recommend it to people unless they are 100% sure they could fix it without leaving any trace of it though. Also, i guess there would be some warranty issues.
Why not contact Apple and find out what your options are? You may be able to take it into a store and have it exchanged, or they may just replace the display. I'm sure there is an option to send it in for repair as well.
I would return it.
Although it doesn't seem like a big deal now, the problem will likely persist and worsen in the future.
It will also take off a portion of your MBPs value in general (i.e. resale).
Although it doesn't seem like a big deal now, the problem will likely persist and worsen in the future.
It will also take off a portion of your MBPs value in general (i.e. resale).
Easiest thing to do is if you have an Apple Store nearby, is to make a Genius appointment and see if they can fix it on the spot.
They would probably be open to repair or exchange no questions asked. Personally I'd be obsessive enough that it would bother me, and I'd end up exchanging it.
I wouldn't return it, refurbs are usually really good quality (at least from Apple).
They would probably be open to repair or exchange no questions asked. Personally I'd be obsessive enough that it would bother me, and I'd end up exchanging it.
I wouldn't return it, refurbs are usually really good quality (at least from Apple).
Have you invested time in setup? As a developer it takes me a long time to set a machine up. If you have, fix first, then return.
I'll admit to hanging on to dogs over the years (PC laptops) that I WISH I returned. Broken clamshell on an old Toshiba, squeaky keyboard, etc. I now have a few days "break-in" where I scrutinize but don't invest any time or get too attached
I'll admit to hanging on to dogs over the years (PC laptops) that I WISH I returned. Broken clamshell on an old Toshiba, squeaky keyboard, etc. I now have a few days "break-in" where I scrutinize but don't invest any time or get too attached
That kinda thing bugs me too... OCD kickin in.
You could make it symmetrical and do the same thing on the other side?
You could make it symmetrical and do the same thing on the other side?
Return it while you still can, rather than later on wishing you did. It bothered you enough to start this thread, it'll bother you later on..
Return it. That would definitely bother me, and I can only imagine the material falling out further down the line.
It is significant enough to warrant a replacement... However if it was me I wouldn't bother - I'm too lazy to go through the hassle of returning it over a minor problem like that. Besides, unless you baby it for it's whole life your MacBook will probably get dings, dents and scratches much worse than that