JhamelM wrote:
https://discussions.apple.com/content/attachment/99cf09b2-bd44-4bb5-a926-3df18bde0c9b
A couple of days ago I decided to update the Sonoma 14.0 on my macbook pro 13-inch M1 (16GB). Bad decision I think, because since this moment my Touch Bar is experiencing technical difficulties. It all started with blue spots beginning on the left side of the Touch Bar (see picture). When the days passed, my entire Touch Bar was covered with these weird spots and turned slowly into black. Right now, it turned completely black!
The weirdest thing is that it is still functioning when I touch it, only I don't see anything. So the problem is the lightning. I tried everything, from forcing the Touch Bar to stop working via the activity monitor and terminal, re-installing the update, and reset the SMC. I just don't know what I can do further... My laptop is only 2 years old, so annoying! Wish I had chosen for the Air version right now.
I sincerely hope that someone can help me!
Kind regards,
Jhamel
on the M1/M2 SoC Mac the best you can do here.
—SMC reset equivalent is Shut down, close the lid 30 secs+ , reboot as normal
—no resolve—Try a SafeBoot Use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support
you can try to revive or restore—
Revive or restore a Mac with Apple silicon using Apple Configurator - Apple Support
if no resolve— you can try the User Diagnostics to test your Mac
Use Apple Diagnostics to test your Mac - Apple Support
I might suspect a hardware issue:
In or out of warranty you can get a free over the counter 'Apple Service Diagnostics' test /assessment
Make an appointment for a "hardware issue"
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
Outside the USA
Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
Check your coverage
My Support - Official Apple Support
Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support Get your Mac ready for service - Apple Support
