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My mid 2013 macbook Air model stays stable in 90 degs, 120 degs all angles when it is grounded , but on extending the computer from the base, the screen falls back. IS it normal???
MacBook Air (13-inch Mid 2013)
on a flat fixed surface or your lap
if on your lap or moving uneven surface, that would be normal.
the mechanical nature of a friction hinge leaves some degree of tolerances between one set to another set.
Either way you got it fixed.
I read this thread, when experiencing the same problem with a 2 day old, MacBook Air 13".
Rather than guess, I took my machine to the Apple Store.
The kind of screen hinge problem listed in the initial question here is not normal. The 'Genius' replaced my 2 day old MacBook Air with a new one, which has a much better, stiffer screen hinge. I can now open the lid to any angle and move the MacBook Air around, without the lid moving.
If your MacBook Air is within warrenty, don't settle for a hardware defect. Get it replaced or repaired and enjoy your Mac again. We don't buy Apple hardware to have to compromise on quality.
I hope my experience helps someone.
Is the display hinge of mid 2013 loose???
