2016 13-inch MacBook Pro now has a Display Backlight Service Program
Some models of the 13-inch MacBook Pro from 2016 have a persistent backlight issue. And now, in early 2019, Apple has just launched a repair program to fix the problem.
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Apple’s Keyboard Service Program now includes 2018 MacBook Pro, 2018 MacBook Air and 2019 MacBook Pro
Apple is expanding its official Keyboard Service Program to include not only the 2018 Mac notebook lineup, but also the newest 2019 MacBook Pro models the company just announced.
Apple to replace some Series 3 watch repairs with Series 4 models due to part shortages
Apple is running low on Series 3 parts so customers needing a repair or replacement will be getting a brand spanking new Series 4 instead. How cool is that?
Apple may be prepping to comply with right to repair legislation
Apple may be softening its stance on repair laws after vehemently fighting for years, across nearly two dozen US states, against right to repair legislation.
Apple updates its repair policy, will now fix iPhones with third-party replacement batteries
At a time when people are realizing that a battery replacement can extend the life of their phone, Apple has decided to open up repairs to iPhone with third-party batteries.
iFixit extends its discounted DIY $30 iPhone battery replacement service through 2019
The iFixit kits include everything you need to open up and swap your own battery. And unlike Apple’s own program, iFixit’s battery kits are available for older iPhones as well.
Apple’s introducing software locks that could hurt third-party repair shops
Digital locks embedded into the iMac Pro and 2018 MacBook Pro could make it more difficult for independent and third-party repair shops to do their work.
Apple launches free iPhone 8 logic board replacement program
Apple has implemented a free logic board replacement program for some iPhone 8 models. The problem only affects a small percentage of units.
Apple Japan offers free repairs of gear damaged by torrential rain and landslides
Apple will repair devices like iPhone and Apple Watch that were damaged by heavy rains in southwestern Japan earlier this month, as long as they are still repairable.
Apple makes it harder to recover data on 2018 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar
Recovering data from a damaged 2018 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar could prove much more difficult than with past models. Here’s the reason why.
The crucial reason you’d be wise to get AppleCare+ for your MacBook Pro
Apple’s extended warranty is generally poor value for money. Since MacBook Pro is basically non-repairable, DIY and third-party repairs will be very problematic, and don’t get me started on out-of-warranty Apple repairs. With that in mind, it only makes sense to insure your costly purchase with the AppleCare+ accidental damage coverage.
Apple launches Keyboard Service Program for select MacBook and MacBook Pro models
Apple on Friday announced that it’s launching a Keyboard Service Program for its MacBook and MacBook Pro lines. The company says it has determined that a small percentage of keyboards within the two lines may be faulty, and it has offered to repair them for free.