How much does it cost to replace the MacBook Air screen?
How much does it cost to replace the MacBook Air screen? Computer works fine, just need a new screen. Do you have to send it in or can they do it at a local Apple store?
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Look, I loved my MacBook Air, and my iPod, and my iTouch and my iPad.... but here is the deal: I have the answer, it will cost $800 to for a new computer screen. That is just for the "top deck", there is nothing wrong with the computer. $800? Seriously, the computer was only $1200. Come on people - how much can that part cost? The screen is only 13 inches--there is nothing about that part worth $800. The "Genius" apparently can't be trusted to do the repair, heck they can't even open the back of the case. They aren't allowed. The only thing a "Genius" is allowed to do is work on something with respect to the software. Here is the odd thing, before they can tell you anything, they need the serial number off of your computer so that they can put it into their system. The only thing they should need to give me a price is my Model #. That is just weird.
Did you know that Apple has a special screw for their computers that you need a special tool to open? I could go on - but what is the point? They may not be "screwing their customers" as you say, but they are indeed like a crack dealer. They supply you enough to get "hooked" on their product and things get a little more expensive when you come back for something a little different.
To those of you who want to partake in the crack, may I suggest what I will be doing from here on out... carry a personal articles rider on your homeowners or renters insurance. Apparently it is only about $40 and will cover the cost of repairs for accidental damage on listed belongings. Yes, I just learned a painful lesson!
Now that I think of it, they are screwing their customers. $800 for that part is price gouging. Ugh? Ticked that I like their product.
