I got a bezel crack a couple of months ago. I’m not sure how it happened, but it did. I don’t have any Apple care, but I did put tape over it just to be safe. Should I go replace it? Or should I be fine?
#M1 MacBook Air Bezel Crack
finite iron
I found this article, and I'm not sure if I should do the same or not
https://rahuldesign.medium.com/saving-600-on-my-macbook-and-how-to-fix-a-cracked-macbook-for-less-than-15-b15c91029045#:~:text=Step 1 Removing the cracked bezel
onyx maple
Hello @finite iron ! You should definitely book a Genius Bar appointment, and get this replaced. They will probably do it for a lower cost, since it looks like a manufacturing issue. I wouldn’t follow any online tips, and just go straight to Apple for the fix! Let me know if you have any other questions! Good Luck!
finite iron
Will Apple still replace it, even if I don't have Apple Care anymore?
onyx maple
They should, it will cost a bit, but i think you should try replacing it before buying a new one!
You can call Apple Support, and they may be able to tell you what it will cost
wispy frigate
Will Apple still replace it, even if I don't have Apple Care anymore?
Apple will charge you the MacBook Air display replacement cost, which is about 450 US roughly. I wouldn't bother going through with it because that's a lot to pay for something that's largely cosmetic. With that said, replacing it yourself is also not always the best idea because underneath that bezel there are a lot of sensitive electronics that control the display itself and during the removal process you accidentally fuck one of those things, then you're gonna have to pay the 450 US cost or potentially Apple may deny service because you're attempting to do "unauthorized modification"