Sharp Edges on Mac Book Pro

I actualy replaced the top case on mine (Apple did it under warranty) and the sharpness is significantly decreased. Check out a new MBP @ the Apple store and see for yourself.

Hi,

Did you have to ship the machine to Apple or did they do it for you at the Apple store? There's no Apple store near where I am right now (Ashland, Oregon), nor is there one where I live in South Lake Tahoe, CA. There's one in Reno, NV. I also wonder whether they would do this just because it hurts me, even though there's nothing apparently wrong with the computer. Sounds like in your case, they were doing something else and the replaced top case solved your other issue of the sharp corners.

Yes, my replacement was done in store and it was for another issue. You'll most likely need to make a genius appt. and show them the issue with your computer compared to a display one to get proper support. Also, you'll need to leave it there for about 2 days.

I think this will be the solution for me:

http://www.grifiti.com/products/grifiti-fat-wrist-pad-17-keyboards-and-large-lap tops

I will probably get the 12 inch one. (Wish they had a 14 inch). It is 3/4 of an inch high, which is a little too high, but they don't have 5/8 of an inch. My ideal product would be 14 inches wide x 5/8 inch high. The other solution that helped with the edges was the case but I read too many critiques of it so will go with this low tech solution.

I have used this for years. I love it. iLap Laptop Stand - intro

Bandit, I use my Macbook mostly on a dining room table. It looks like the iLap can be used with or without that front roll. Without it, it doesn't protect you from the sharp edge. With it, it looks like it raises it up 2.5 inches. I like the idea of it being higher, so it is easier to see the screen. But isn't that uncomfortable for your forearms to be up that high? Maybe that is not an issue or varies for each person. This product is somewhat pricey but I would buy it if it met my needs. I wonder if they have them at Apple stores?

When I have used it on the dining room table I have rolled the padded area under to get it out of the way. That seems to work fine for me. I just keep my wrists up in the proper position while typing that way.

I do believe I have seen it at the apple store online. If you decide to purchase it, check return policies so that you can return it if you find it does not suit your needs.

Hi Bandit, It's not the typing that causes me to encounter the sharp edges. It's using the trackpad. And, it's more comfortable resting my hand somewhere when using a trackpad. I like the added height that the iLap gives for visibility but it could interfere with arm position. I wish there was one to try somewhere! I live in South Lake Tahoe, CA and there's nothing around me.

Oh, I undersand what your talking about. I agree about resting your hand (or wrist) while using the trackpad. iLap, for me, provides that comfort. It's not cheap, but I would buy another in a heart beat if I need it. Matter of fact, the first one I bought was for my black macbook. When I upgraded to a 15in macbook pro, I bought one to fit that size.

I use my macbookpro for hours at a time and recently have been having pain and numbness. It seems that it is resting my hands/wrist on the aluminum case. I would gladly wear some little padded wrist/gloves. I have been looking online for some. If I don't find them I am going to have to knit some up.

I thought it is called LAPTOP for a reason, to use it on my lap??? Then what is the point of buying a lap top?

cloek, greetings: You did not purchase laptop if you have a MBP. Apple refers to them as notebooks in order to differentiate them from laptops. The recommendations for using a MBP specifically advise you NOT to use it on your lap. They get hot, especially if you are using CPU intensive applications.

Ciao.

Nobody is talking about carpal tunnel symdrome. They are talking about irritations on or under the skin caused by the razor-like sharp edges. Your two points are silly. First, take any Introduction to Design class and you will hear the most basic discussion about form vs. function.

The form or such sharp edges reduces the ability to function. The high sharpness of the edges was nothign but an Apple design issue. They have nothing to do with case strength, as evidenced by Apple itself responding to this with reuctions in sharpness.

You seem to be one of these people who just likes to hear themselves opine, regardless of whether you have anything real to add. The amount of edge that would need to be beveled would have exactly zero to do with the strength of the case.

Good point, Oglethorp. I suppose that in your reckoning then, Apple should just rename this product "Razor Blade" in order to make sure users wrap their arms in newspaper before using it.

You are obtuse, missing the point that is being made just to hear yourself type.

HE IS NOT TALKING ABOUT CARPAL TUNNEL. HE IS TALKING ABOUT SHARP EDGE INJURIES.