Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by NetOpWibby on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @05:46PM
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I’m experiencing this issue with my B key and it’s annoying af. I use my MBP in clamshell mode with an external keyboard and I dread going mobile.
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Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by wilwade on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @06:43PM
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I had the issue with the doubling with the b key as well.
Mine was out of warranty, so I fixed it myself.
Failed: compressed air Failed: cleaning under the key.
Success (but not recommended) I removed the key, then pulled off the glued membrane. Cleaned all with 90% alcohol. Took a new membrane (but you might be able to use old) and used E6000 and a toothpick to glue it back. Replaced butterfly and key.
Not a good solution, but it worked.
It looked like the contacts were getting coated and not making good contact? Perhaps heat?
Best of luck.
Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by NetOpWibby on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @06:49PM
(#16927075)
I am not confident in my ability to do that but it's good to know there is a solution if I get desperate enough. My mechanical keyboard is saving my life right now.
Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by tomduncalf on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @06:06PM
(#16926720)
Any ideas on how to get Apple’s attention on this issue welcome! Was wondering if there is any value on setting up a simple site where people can comment if they’ve had issues, just to help illustrate the scale of the problem...
Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by NetOpWibby on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @06:17PM
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I'm sure if one of us creates a site and shares it here it'll gain traction. I like clever domain names, so I just registered mbp.wtf from Gandi. If you have recommendations on a lightweight commenting system, I'd love to hear it!
I can crank out a site fairly quickly but I also want it to be as low-maintenance as possible.
Re:Don’t buy the MacBook Pros even on sale, in my opinion
by tomduncalf on Wednesday April 25, 2018 @06:21PM
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Ha I like the domain! Will have a little think and get back to you :)