thanks very much, you're a life saver! actually money saver, apple quoted me 550 gbp for their own #flexgate issue and i solved it with 250 replacement screen and 15$ tip for you :) keep up the good work
@@UbergeeksBiz Hello.. did the replacement. Checked and recheck everything is ok but the machine is not turning on. Battery inserted correctly...what could be the issue?
Apple had a replacement program they quietly released in 2019 from what i gathered at the apple store. You unit was still covered a year ago. They just ended that replacement program a few months ago. My unit started showing screen symptons a week ago but my camera went out in march when it was still covered. Wish i new it was #flexgate back then.
Quick comment for you. My kitten bit my laptop screen and broke it one night. Found this video and it was a life saver. Ordered a precision screwdriver kit from amazon and "for parts" laptop off eBay. Parts arrived today and a few hours later with the help of this video I have a new screen on my laptop! Love the video, could not have repaired my laptop without it. Thanks.
This is real computer repair lol. I am comfortable replacing laptop parts on just about any brand but most videos you watch, they edit out the mistakes. This one really highlights what you might go through. I love the honest repair here
I wish all tutorials were as clear and step-by-step as this one. You described and displayed the repair perfectly, and even me, a novice with a new set of Apple tools, could follow it successfully. The only problem I had was in sliding the back plate off after taking the first screws out and un-clicking the side fasteners-which was a disheartening way to start! It would NOT slide easily, it wouldn't even move, and I had to force it much, much harder than I wanted to. But it finally gave, and then popped off easily. I also had problems sliding it back on, and re-seating it correctly. But the inside repair? Went smoothly step-by-step.
Yeah, Apple sure doesn't want anyone inside "their" equipment. Their use of numerous different screws and security screws just to make things difficult is a perfect example. For example, the use of a proprietary triangular screwdriver to secure just the battery in certain models. A more honorable manufacturer would use standard Phillips head screws.
Great video!! I watched it a few times and felt very confident in peeling off the vital parts of my laptop. The biggest and most challenging portion was removal of the tiny speck-like screws. These were easy to strip, so be careful. But to the video producer, this was a fantastic tutorial that explained things perfectly. As others mentioned, huge cost savings by doing the job yourself--and with the right tools and patience--this is a job you can do yourself.
Excellent video. Ironically, watched without audio (sorry) and had the SAME fault of the video cables wanting to be on both sides of the display. Your procedure worked like a champ. Thanks so much for posting.
Like everyone else here I must thank you for creating this clear guide. With your help I was able to successfully replace the display of the 1708. I also seem to hear either Malaysian or Singaporean accent. Given the rooster we can hear in the background midway through, I guess Malaysia, since Singapore has hardly space for chickens. Thanks again and all best!
Excellent tutorial, I completed the replacement of the screen in a couple of hours, since I had to run to Home Depot for a better quality set of precision screwdrivers. Pentalobe 0.8 from the kits you recommended damaged some of the little screws of the wi-fi, other than that it was a very smooth process. Thanks so much!
Excellent video... I like how you kept it in real time, even when having a hard time putting the screen on and also with the screws. This just lets us know how long it really takes and gives us the option to skip forward if we wanted to. Thank you!
Thank you very much, I was finally able to remove the small wifi antenna screws with the help of a watchmaker and could then follow your tutorial successfully step by step to the end. The Mac is now ok.
I noticed you added a note on the Tool Kits in the description. Are the links updated now or do they still need the 0.8 pentalobe screwdriver? Thank You !
Thanks for the video, followed step by step and have now resurrected a MacBook Pro that destined for the tip. Only suggestion would be to have a tool list at the start so once started, the job can be completed without another trip for specialist tools. Cheers!
Thank you very much for your help, Great video and good point about screws on wifi antenna I striped 2 it was a pain to take them out but you are great explaining each step!!!
All but two of the screws on the wifi antenna are stripped! I used the 0.8 bit and tried the rubber band trick - still no luck getting them out. I will try the super glue trick and maybe the rotary next. Do you know which screws to buy to replace?
Hey mate just completed a screen swap but my screen stays black no matter what. I hear the boot up charm and when I plug my laptop into hdmi it shows my screen on my tv but no my laptop display. Would you have any clue what step I should have another look at so I can try and fix this problem, thanks
Don’t worry, i fixed it. I will leave this up incase anyone else has my problem. The screen I was supplied had one of the connectors on one of the screen ribbon cables not connected on correctly. @ 12:36 on the left side, on the right of the mount there is a latched on piece that was not on correctly for me.
perfct tutorial.....the only thing i would add is just which screwdriver your using or bit to make the follow along a little smoother but other than that perfect my friend thanks again!
Hi thank you for this great video, I'm trying to fix mine with a new screen. Whitch screwdriver do you use to disconnect the battery and to take off the screws on the two first plastic brackets that hides the hinges. Thanks for the help and keep going!
Thank you so much for this. I have a 2016 MacBook Pro with a touch bar and though the interior was slightly different, I managed to successfully replace the screen using this video. I had one problem though - in your MacBook Pro there are two wires connected to the WiFi antenna that you have to press back in, but on mine there are three, and the middle wire wouldn't reconnect - I managed to damage the circular metal connection and I had to leave it unconnected. Do you know what the middle wire is and whether it matters if I didn't manage to reconnect it? The WiFi seems to work fine. Many thanks in advance if you know the answer.
Muchas gracias por tu aporte, muy claro el paso a paso Segui tus instrucciones y salio todo perfecto Para los que la vista no nos acompaña demasiado agreguen una buena lupa iluminada a las herramientas. La pase muy mal con los tornillos diminutos🙈
I have a macbook pro exactly like this one and the screen flicker when I flip the screen I think it is the video cable, I am familiar with windows laptops but this one is so much more complicated I wonder what I need to replace exactly I don't think that the screen is broken, what part would you think need to be changed? Thanks for the video this is the first time that I disassemble a apple product
I was able to replace my screen but the power isn't going on my Macbook Pro anymore, even plugged in. Any tips? I checked the battery connector multiple times and seems fine.
Is it possible to just replace the display cable instead of the entire display? My girlfriends MacBook screen does turn on (it's just black) but when plugged in to another video source you can see her screen. I suspected it may just be the cables. I found some display cables on fixit, but nobody shows how to repair just the cables. wondering if it's easy. any thoughts?
Great helpful video! Just one thing though: The toolsets you link to do not include the 0.8 Pentalobe driver necessary for removing those 12 screws holding the wifi covers. I've put my repair on hold for a few days while I wait for another toolset that has that driver. You might want to add another link to your description.
Hello, thanks for the instruction, it was very helpful After remounting the screen, I could start up the computer and use it. But then, I realize that the screen is flickering when I move it up or down. Do you have any advices on where to look?
Hi. Try check the flex cables. Making sure all securely connected properly. If still flickering, exchange the screen. Maybe new screen is bad. Try use description link to Amazon and re-purchase.
Hello, thanks for the video, it was really nice. I have a problem, the MacBook Pro A1708 (emc 2978) of my girlfriend is not working anymore, cause we spilled some beer on it. I wanted to transform the display into an external monitor, but I need the LCD model name to buy a proper controller board for it. I just spent the entire morning looking for it, I tear apart the screen from the main body but I cannot seems to find the model name on it. Online I am not finding what I am looking for if not the proper way to look for it, that is to write some kind of command on the MacBook, but as I said, mine is not working at all. So, by any chance, do you now what I am looking for, that is the proper name of the LCD model mounted on this particular MacBook? Thank you very much :)
I did the exact same steps as you did but when i try to turn on the computer the screen is black. I tried shift+power button but same thing .. black screen. I can’t hear the fan running but i can see the caps lock button light is on. What could be the problem?
I stripped the screws that go to the bracket that holds in the motherboard cable.... what do i do ?? lol i tried rubberbands,crazy glue, needles noes pliers ... nothing has worked.
Thanks and after replacement, screen works but camera detected under system information every time battery connection is re-connected. Immediately after battery connection, photo booth and FaceTime shows blank black screen for the camera and when run those two again, it says “no video device.. and under system information, it says “no video capture devices were found”. No green light for the camera is visible. Display assembly is exchanged after 1st one showing the same symptom. Before replacement, with faulty screen, camera worked. MacOS is Monterey. Any idea why camera only detects every time battery is re-connected and then lost detection after reboot/shutdown? Apple diagnostics shows error NDC001. Please help to understand this and find the fix.
Hello Ubergeeks, I had some trouble removing the Pentalobe P2 screws from the wifi antenna. I broke the notch on the screw head. Now I can no longer remove the screws.Do you have a solution despite this, to remove and replace these very small screws ? Thank you very much !
Hello, I just replaced my MacBook 1706 with a MacBook 1708 screen, now my Touch Bar doesn't react anymore. Is this normal? Any one a solution? Thanks a lot
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thanks very much, you're a life saver! actually money saver, apple quoted me 550 gbp for their own #flexgate issue and i solved it with 250 replacement screen and 15$ tip for you :) keep up the good work
Thank you Florin Draghici. Yes, I did receive your generous tip and I really appreciate it. Have a wonderful day !
Hey, could you tell where did you buy the screen, I have the same problem
@@UbergeeksBiz Hello.. did the replacement. Checked and recheck everything is ok but the machine is not turning on. Battery inserted correctly...what could be the issue?
Apple had a replacement program they quietly released in 2019 from what i gathered at the apple store. You unit was still covered a year ago. They just ended that replacement program a few months ago. My unit started showing screen symptons a week ago but my camera went out in march when it was still covered. Wish i new it was #flexgate back then.
Quick comment for you. My kitten bit my laptop screen and broke it one night. Found this video and it was a life saver. Ordered a precision screwdriver kit from amazon and "for parts" laptop off eBay. Parts arrived today and a few hours later with the help of this video I have a new screen on my laptop! Love the video, could not have repaired my laptop without it. Thanks.
This is real computer repair lol. I am comfortable replacing laptop parts on just about any brand but most videos you watch, they edit out the mistakes. This one really highlights what you might go through. I love the honest repair here
Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate it.
I wish all tutorials were as clear and step-by-step as this one. You described and displayed the repair perfectly, and even me, a novice with a new set of Apple tools, could follow it successfully. The only problem I had was in sliding the back plate off after taking the first screws out and un-clicking the side fasteners-which was a disheartening way to start! It would NOT slide easily, it wouldn't even move, and I had to force it much, much harder than I wanted to. But it finally gave, and then popped off easily. I also had problems sliding it back on, and re-seating it correctly. But the inside repair? Went smoothly step-by-step.
Glad the video helped. And well done for able to repair your own.
My experience as well.
Yeah, Apple sure doesn't want anyone inside "their" equipment. Their use of numerous different screws and security screws just to make things difficult is a perfect example. For example, the use of a proprietary triangular screwdriver to secure just the battery in certain models. A more honorable manufacturer would use standard Phillips head screws.
Great video!! I watched it a few times and felt very confident in peeling off the vital parts of my laptop. The biggest and most challenging portion was removal of the tiny speck-like screws. These were easy to strip, so be careful. But to the video producer, this was a fantastic tutorial that explained things perfectly. As others mentioned, huge cost savings by doing the job yourself--and with the right tools and patience--this is a job you can do yourself.
Excellent video. Ironically, watched without audio (sorry) and had the SAME fault of the video cables wanting to be on both sides of the display. Your procedure worked like a champ. Thanks so much for posting.
Very helpful video! Bought a simple tool kit and was able to fix with no issues 👍 hardest part was taking the back cover off my MacBook!
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Like everyone else here I must thank you for creating this clear guide. With your help I was able to successfully replace the display of the 1708. I also seem to hear either Malaysian or Singaporean accent. Given the rooster we can hear in the background midway through, I guess Malaysia, since Singapore has hardly space for chickens. Thanks again and all best!
You are welcome. Glad the video helped. Spot on, Malaysian from Ipoh. But location is in Hawaii. lol
Did this yesterday. Worked like a charm. Thank you!
Excellent tutorial, I completed the replacement of the screen in a couple of hours, since I had to run to Home Depot for a better quality set of precision screwdrivers. Pentalobe 0.8 from the kits you recommended damaged some of the little screws of the wi-fi, other than that it was a very smooth process. Thanks so much!
Tip sent! Great work!
Excellent video! Very descriptive. Covers the entire process in real time.
This video saved me about 8-900 bucks, thank youu!! I didn’t think it was gonna be that easy but I did it and saved so much money in the process
Glad I was able to save you some $.
Hey, could you tell where did you buy the screen, I have the same problem
Excellent video... I like how you kept it in real time, even when having a hard time putting the screen on and also with the screws. This just lets us know how long it really takes and gives us the option to skip forward if we wanted to. Thank you!
Really appreciate the video and your offer of additional support should anyone need it, I didn't feel alone!
Hey thanks!! I had no issues following along and perfect repair! Thank you for your expertise!
Thank you very much, I was finally able to remove the small wifi antenna screws with the help of a watchmaker and could then follow your tutorial successfully step by step to the end. The Mac is now ok.
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
is it the same lcd for the ones with the touchbar as the ones without?
Excellent video, detailed explanation and the repair was accurately performed!! Thanks!!
Thank you
My blood pressure was highest at the 16:00 mark. I fixed along with you. It went well, Thank you
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
I noticed you added a note on the Tool Kits in the description. Are the links updated now or do they still need the 0.8 pentalobe screwdriver? Thank You !
Amazing tutorial, nice step by step, great job and thanks for the help replacing my screen.
You are welcome. Glad the video help
Thank so much for your skills. Made it a cake walk!!!
Hi @UberGeeks, Facetime (isight) camera don't work after screen replacment!, any idea?
Recheck the cable. Make sure is firmly installed. If still no work, you got a defective new screen
Thanks for the video, followed step by step and have now resurrected a MacBook Pro that destined for the tip.
Only suggestion would be to have a tool list at the start so once started, the job can be completed without another trip for specialist tools.
Cheers!
Thank you for the tip. Will do that next time
Thank you very much for your help, Great video and good point about screws on wifi antenna I striped 2 it was a pain to take them out but you are great explaining each step!!!
All but two of the screws on the wifi antenna are stripped! I used the 0.8 bit and tried the rubber band trick - still no luck getting them out. I will try the super glue trick and maybe the rotary next. Do you know which screws to buy to replace?
Hey mate just completed a screen swap but my screen stays black no matter what. I hear the boot up charm and when I plug my laptop into hdmi it shows my screen on my tv but no my laptop display.
Would you have any clue what step I should have another look at so I can try and fix this problem, thanks
Don’t worry, i fixed it. I will leave this up incase anyone else has my problem.
The screen I was supplied had one of the connectors on one of the screen ribbon cables not connected on correctly.
@ 12:36 on the left side, on the right of the mount there is a latched on piece that was not on correctly for me.
@@mattwatkins1053 Good job. !
perfct tutorial.....the only thing i would add is just which screwdriver your using or bit to make the follow along a little smoother but other than that perfect my friend thanks again!
Thanks for sharing
never did it in my life and i manage to do it in 1st time with your help thx.
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Does this screen work with TouchBar Model 2016(Late)
Excellent video. Very helpful for DIY adventurers. Thanks a bunch!
my MacBook Pro is the one with touchpad, 2016 late. So is it also exactly the same way?
Your guidance was everything. Thanks for this
Hi thank you for this great video, I'm trying to fix mine with a new screen. Whitch screwdriver do you use to disconnect the battery and to take off the screws on the two first plastic brackets that hides the hinges. Thanks for the help and keep going!
best tech video I have found. Thankyou
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Where I can buy the screen for the Macbook pro 13 inch 2016 with touchbar?
Thank you so much for this. I have a 2016 MacBook Pro with a touch bar and though the interior was slightly different, I managed to successfully replace the screen using this video. I had one problem though - in your MacBook Pro there are two wires connected to the WiFi antenna that you have to press back in, but on mine there are three, and the middle wire wouldn't reconnect - I managed to damage the circular metal connection and I had to leave it unconnected. Do you know what the middle wire is and whether it matters if I didn't manage to reconnect it? The WiFi seems to work fine. Many thanks in advance if you know the answer.
Wow, this was fantastic! Thank you so much! This helped me immensely.
Great video! Saved my 2017 macbook pro
My only tip with all those tiny screws… magnetize the screw driver to hold them 👍🏻
Glad the video helped
What exact tool are you using on the .8mm screws ? Where can we buy them?
Amazon
@@UbergeeksBiz That tells me nothing.
Excellent video to watch and learn how to replace my MacBook Pro screen. Thank you for sharing.
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Muchas gracias por tu aporte, muy claro el paso a paso
Segui tus instrucciones y salio todo perfecto
Para los que la vista no nos acompaña demasiado agreguen una buena lupa iluminada a las herramientas. La pase muy mal con los tornillos diminutos🙈
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
i will do it for my MB..and will come back to your channel
All the best
Is this repair on the model with Touch Bar the same ?
Same with touch bar model
¡I have one question! Its compatible a touch bar screen model, with an function keys screen model?
Not all are compatible. Gotta check apple serial and match the replacement screen
Thank you for your instruction
Will this work for a MacBook Pro with the LCD Touch Bar above the keyboard?
Yes, it will work
Just finished the job. Laptop powers on but the LCD does not, any ideas what it could be?
I have a macbook pro exactly like this one and the screen flicker when I flip the screen I think it is the video cable, I am familiar with windows laptops but this one is so much more complicated I wonder what I need to replace exactly I don't think that the screen is broken, what part would you think need to be changed? Thanks for the video this is the first time that I disassemble a apple product
did the light ambient worked/brightness on the screen?
Yes.
@@UbergeeksBiz What OS version? On my did not work some how
Awesome job on video!! Very clear and precise! Thank you very VERY much!!!!!
I was able to replace my screen but the power isn't going on my Macbook Pro anymore, even plugged in. Any tips? I checked the battery connector multiple times and seems fine.
very nice! how did it last until it went out again?
It's good
Is it possible to just replace the display cable instead of the entire display? My girlfriends MacBook screen does turn on (it's just black) but when plugged in to another video source you can see her screen. I suspected it may just be the cables. I found some display cables on fixit, but nobody shows how to repair just the cables. wondering if it's easy. any thoughts?
Hey, you put about 8 links which one is the best ?
All the same. In case some vendor does not ship, so can try other links.
Great helpful video! Just one thing though: The toolsets you link to do not include the 0.8 Pentalobe driver necessary for removing those 12 screws holding the wifi covers. I've put my repair on hold for a few days while I wait for another toolset that has that driver. You might want to add another link to your description.
You are welcome. Glad the video helped. Yes, I will add 0.8 screwdriver in the list. Thank you for adding that.
@@UbergeeksBiz do the ones you've linked have the 0.8 or not
what if one of the screws that hold the spring in place is broken at the head
Can this be followed on the MBP with touchbar?
Yes
Great video very helpful
Glad it was helpful!
Hello,
thanks for the instruction, it was very helpful
After remounting the screen, I could start up the computer and use it.
But then, I realize that the screen is flickering when I move it up or down. Do you have any advices on where to look?
Hi. Try check the flex cables. Making sure all securely connected properly. If still flickering, exchange the screen. Maybe new screen is bad. Try use description link to Amazon and re-purchase.
@@UbergeeksBiz thanks for the tips, i fixed it and it works fine now 👍
@@RhapsodyHifi Great !
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Fantastic clarity sir
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Excellent tutorial! very detailed. Thank you
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
keep going bro you’re doing amazing work
awesome tutorial, thank you! it worked perfectly.
Thank you very much for sharing, very useful!
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Excellent video! Very informative and helpful, thank you!
you are welcome. glad the video helped.
the 1708 and 1706 - 2016 display is compatible? i want to swap display from model with touchbar to no touch bar model
Yes
Great tutorial Thanks man !
great video! thank you so much, this helped me very much sir ! your the best !
Fantastic!! Thanks. Very good commentary and easy to follow. Just paid for the parts and the new screen is in!! Cheap labor :-) Hahaha!!
Thank you so much mate! This was a perfect follow-along and helped me to replace my screen perfectly :D Subscribed!
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! My 2016 Mac Pro has flexgate issue. Do you think replacing the old screen is a good solution? Thanks!
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
It is very helpful. Thanks for it..
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Hello, thanks for the video, it was really nice.
I have a problem, the MacBook Pro A1708 (emc 2978) of my girlfriend is not working anymore, cause we spilled some beer on it. I wanted to transform the display into an external monitor, but I need the LCD model name to buy a proper controller board for it. I just spent the entire morning looking for it, I tear apart the screen from the main body but I cannot seems to find the model name on it. Online I am not finding what I am looking for if not the proper way to look for it, that is to write some kind of command on the MacBook, but as I said, mine is not working at all. So, by any chance, do you now what I am looking for, that is the proper name of the LCD model mounted on this particular MacBook? Thank you very much :)
Thank you!
I did the exact same steps as you did but when i try to turn on the computer the screen is black. I tried shift+power button but same thing .. black screen. I can’t hear the fan running but i can see the caps lock button light is on. What could be the problem?
Please double check the cables. Making sure everything is installed correctly
@@UbergeeksBiz thank you! I forgot to connect the LCD to the motherboard 😅
I have a question I did all of the steps correctly, but when it came to turning on my Mac it wouldn’t turn on
Try plug in a charger to turn it on
is it possible in assembling the new screen that the camera disconnects?
You would need to replace entire screen
Thank you for the video tutorial
this is really helpful man! I replaced mine. apple want to charge me 800 AUID,
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Great video, thanks!
This is good however the back lid can be pushed from the back to be taken off too
Perfect, thank you!
Actually I want to purchase this type of display panel. Plz help me.
Yeah, this is how you want your MacBook fixed -- especially with that Rooster crowing in the background, hilarious!
lol...
I stripped the screws that go to the bracket that holds in the motherboard cable.... what do i do ?? lol i tried rubberbands,crazy glue, needles noes pliers ... nothing has worked.
Thanks so much!!! 👌
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
It would be nice if for all actions where screws have to be loosened to say which screwdriver should be used
FaceTime camara does not work after installing new screen, tried most of steps online. Any ideas to resolve the issue will be great.
Check the cables. If still no work, more likely they sold you a defective screen. Get a replacement
Great video thank you for helping 💪🏼
You are welcome. Glad the video helped.
Great tutorial
Thank you
great work, love it, very detailed
Thank you! Cheers!
Does it have the Apple logo on the front?
yes, get logo in the front
Thanks and after replacement, screen works but camera detected under system information every time battery connection is re-connected. Immediately after battery connection, photo booth and FaceTime shows blank black screen for the camera and when run those two again, it says “no video device.. and under system information, it says “no video capture devices were found”. No green light for the camera is visible.
Display assembly is exchanged after 1st one showing the same symptom.
Before replacement, with faulty screen, camera worked.
MacOS is Monterey.
Any idea why camera only detects every time battery is re-connected and then lost detection after reboot/shutdown?
Apple diagnostics shows error NDC001.
Please help to understand this and find the fix.
Maybe the screen has bad built in camera. If there is much additional cost, maybe best to get USB webcam as alternative,
Hello Ubergeeks, I had some trouble removing the Pentalobe P2 screws from the wifi antenna. I broke the notch on the screw head.
Now I can no longer remove the screws.Do you have a solution despite this, to remove and replace these very small screws ? Thank you very much !
You do not need all the small screws. If broke off, just leave it as is. WiFi will still work
THANKS!!!!
i've got one antena screw stuck and idk what to do
maybe drill the stripped screw out ?
Muito obrigado!
You are welcome
Hello, I just replaced my MacBook 1706 with a MacBook 1708 screen, now my Touch Bar doesn't react anymore. Is this normal? Any one a solution? Thanks a lot