Popping Sound, MBP 2016

I've taken my MacBook Pro 15" 2016 in three times to Apple. Each time they sent it away and did massive replacements to components. Each time it came back and it didn't pop after. But, give it three months and its back to popping. On the third time an Apple Genius said there wasn't anymore that could be done with my laptop. He claimed that the popping noise was normal. It comes from springs inside the laptop overheating. If that is the case, what a bad design. I asked him why there are SO many people experiencing this problem and he is the only person now telling me about this and he said its not a widespread issue. I'm trying to think what to do next with it, to sell it or keep it? On eBay my laptop goes for less than $1000. If I sell it, what do I replace it with?

I have the same problem on my MBP 25" late 2017. They already replaced the keyboard (the speakers blown out too) but I have the exact same problem AGAIN and in the meantime the warranty expired. It's very disappointing for me.

The problem was with the display assembly. If you had your Mac repaired by an actual Apple store genius they would've replaced the display assembly and your popping sound would be gone. Everyone else on the web (including myself) with this issue got their display assembly replaced with success.

I share the same popping sound problem with other mac book users. I contacted apple care for this issue for months and even sent the recording file of the popping sound. However there has been no resolution!

And yet I took mine to the Apple store and they replaced the display and problem solved. No more popping. Rather than constantly talking to Apple on the phone you should do the same and take it to the repair center.

It's not the hinges. You need to read the thread and then make an appointment at anApple store if it concerns you. This thread could have been quite short as the correct reason for this issue has been laid out a number of times.

I have a late 2018 13 inch Mac Book Pro, I have had this popping problem in past 3 months.

I took the machine to apple store last month but they claimed they were unable to reproduce the problem but cleaned the main board due to some dust and etc being there which seemed ridiculous. They asked me to bring it back if the problem persists.

I returned the machine after 20 days with same problem, this time they sent the machine to another center and changed the whole display, rear vent and wifi antenna. I just got it back and I am working with the it now and have not heard any popping so far in the first day. I am not sure if the problem reoccurs after 4-5 months as other users stated, in that case I am screwed since it will be out of warranty! Finger crossed :)

Yes the problem reoccurred to me after 2-3 months and guess what I was out of warranty too...

Unfortunately I am considering the same thing . I really didn’t want to but since we have zero response whatsoever once I see a good offer for a surf book or a razer blade I am out :/

I have a 15" macbook pro late 2016 with touchbar - the macbook pro is in excellent condition with no visible dents and in excellent condition. I have not had any major issues until about 3 months ago when the loud popping sound relating to the hinge started.

The popping sound now occurs 90% of the time on opening the laptop and then constantly every 10-15 minutes or so during regular use. The popping gets really bad and loud when running energy intensive tasks like 3d rendering.

The sound can be easily created by pushing gently on the hinge - I can hear the case creaking. I have a feeling this has to do with thermal expansion but potentially adhesive failure, but am unsure.

I'd really like an official response from apple in regards to a fix - should I get some silicone and seal the edge of the hinge?

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"I'd really like an official response from apple in regards to a fix"

Why do you need an official response? That issue affected the 2016 MBP's. It's now discontinued and the 2017-2019 don't exhibit this issue. If you have AppleCare just take it to Apple and have them fix it for free. Without AppleCare you'll have to foot the bill. In terms of this response you expect from Apple, I'm assuming you mean a free repair? This issue didn't affect many people so if you're expecting a repair program to avoid paying for a repair, that may not happen.

I don’t think it’s the hinge. It is thermal and I don’t think that randomly trying some silicon will do anything more than mess up your chances at an Apple store. That’s the best place to find answers. Apple do not read the comments on these forums.

You will find similar, or worse, issues with Razers. There is no perfect make and model just the hope that you can find a sample that is fine an will be well supported if and when issues arise. If you think Razers are perfect have a look here https://www.reddit.com/r/razer/comments/ar7r6j/all_the_problems_with_razer_blade_15_advanced/

what about that Microsoft Surface Book 2 13.5" (i7-8650U/8GB/256GB). i am really really disappointed about this. i had the 2010 17' MBP and i was the best laptop a ever had but since 2017 it is a disaster and i am not sure how easy i can sell my late 2016 MBP and where ...

Thanks so much for your response. I am definitely not requesting a free service, and I apologize if you interpreted my post in that way.

I am simply after an official response or acknowledgement that the problem exists and a simple description outlining the cause of the problem (For example: adhesive failure can occur in the touchbar macbook pro screen after regular use, causing intermittent popping noises) and a suggested fix for the problem (For example: "Bring your macbook in for repair and we'll replace the adhesive in the screen for $(price), which will remove the intermittent popping noises").

I respectfully disagree with your statement, "It's now discontinued and the 2017-2019 don't exhibit this issue" - a browse through the most recent posts in this discussion suggests that many others experiencing this problem with post-2018 Macbook Pros.

Mine started just 5 months after the purchase, i replaced Screen and top case once when it was still under warranty(it was ok for around 3-4 months) but after the expiration of the warrant the problem appeared again and now im stuck with a laptop that needs around 50%-60% of its current value just to fix those annoying popping sounds.. and bear in mind i paid 3,3k $ . its a huge disappointment for me