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Macbook Pro 2017 Display

Has anyone ever had this issue or knows how to fix it?

It started about two weeks ago on the bottom part of the screen and is getting bigger. It is now happening in the middle part and top part, although not as prominent


MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jun 28, 2020 1:06 PM

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Aug 1, 2020 10:36 AM in response to Kpm008

Kpm008 Said:

Macbook Pro 2017 Display: Has anyone ever had this issue or knows how to fix it? It started about two weeks ago on the bottom part of the screen and is getting bigger. It is now happening in the middle part and top part, although not as prominent

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10.15.6 Update Bug-Inform Apple of This:

Seems to be an issue corresponding to the release of the MacOS 10.15.6 update. So, inform Apple of this ASAP:

To Provide the Feedback:

  1. Go Here: Feedback - macOS - Apple
  2. Select: "Bug Report" select “Feedback Type"
  3. Select: “Software/Firmware Update” for the “Feedback Area
  4. Proceed from there as necessary


Aug 1, 2020 10:21 AM in response to dridea

I too have the same problem, Its just the beginning, after that you will face stage light issue (uneven down light bottom of the screen) after few days. & then you will face total screen failure if you stretch the screen more than 90 degree. I called up apple service centre . they are giving replacement of macbook pro mid 2016 model for same problem, but inspite having same screen, same flex cable problem they are denying for mid 2017 models. its a Flexigate problem, you can found so many videos in youtube. Most of the macbook users of 2016, 2017 models facing same problem. Apple service centre also knows the fact, they also feel embarrassed to say that we have to change whole upper section with display which is cost more than 700$ for a only 8$ flex cable. actually the flex cable is present under the hinge. when you open & close the laptop it gets damaged. Apple should seriously look the matter. A 3000$ laptop having such a manufacturing defect is not acceptable.

Aug 1, 2020 10:24 AM in response to Kpm008

I too have the same problem, Its just the beginning, after that you will face stage light issue (uneven down light bottom of the screen) after few days. & then you will face total screen failure if you stretch the screen more than 90 degree. I called up apple service centre . Apple giving free replacement of macbook pro mid 2016 model for same problem, but inspite having same screen, same flex cable problem they are denying for mid 2017 models. its a Flexigate problem, you can found so many videos in youtube. Most of the macbook users of 2016, 2017 models facing same problem. Apple service centre also knows the fact, they also feel embarrassed to say that we have to change whole upper section with display which is cost more than 700$ for a only 8$ flex cable. actually the flex cable is present under the hinge. when you open & close the laptop it gets damaged. Apple should seriously look the matter. A 3000$ laptop having such a manufacturing defect is not acceptable.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aihRru-lCns

Aug 1, 2020 10:26 AM in response to Kpm008

I too have the same problem, Its just the beginning, after that you will face stage light issue (uneven down light bottom of the screen) after few days. & then you will face total screen failure if you stretch the screen more than 90 degree. I called up apple service centre . Apple giving free replacement of macbook pro mid 2016 model for same problem, but inspite having same screen, same flex cable problem they are denying for mid 2017 models. its a Flexigate problem, you can found so many videos in youtube. Most of the macbook users of 2016, 2017 models facing same problem. Apple service centre also knows the fact, they also feel embarrassed to say that we have to change whole upper section with display which is cost more than 700$ for a only 8$ flex cable. actually the flex cable is present under the hinge. when you open & close the laptop it gets damaged. Apple should seriously look the matter. A 3000$ laptop having such a manufacturing defect is not acceptable.

Please look the video from iFixit

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aihRru-lCns

Aug 1, 2020 6:46 PM in response to soumyajyotifromkolkata

soumyajyotifromkolkata Said:

"Macbook Pro 2017 Display: Apple people confirms it's a Flex issue which connects display & the monitors, & due to its design, this cable is vulnerable to damage, as because its under the hinge of laptop"

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A Bit of a Note:

My 2017 13" MBP had 100% of same vulnerabilities that you speak of. I sent it in 11 times - finally, after being so patient of a customer, and willing to work with them so much, they swapped it out with a free $2,500 upgrade for no more than the price of my AppleCare+ protection I purchased with it. Somehow, it all started with the High Sierra Install and then it just continued from there until it became inoperable.

Macbook Pro 2017 Display

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