Display repairs for A1278 models in Sydney
At Mac Screen Repair Sydney we specialise in the aspects of screen repair for the MacBook Pro 13 inch Unibody from 2009 to 2012. The A1278 was the pre-Retina 13 inch Pro with display at 1280 x 800. This design ran from mid 2009 through mid 2012. We offer LCD only replacement and full display assembly depending on what is required.
The A1278 was one of the most popular MacBooks ever made. Solid build, user upgradeable. Lots of people kept them running for years. Had one from Castle Hill where the owner still used it for basic tasks. Screen cracked but housing was ok so LCD only repair brought it back to life.
The team at Mac Screen Repair Sydney assess every machine before recommending a repair path. LCD only replacement means we swap out the damaged panel but keep your existing aluminium housing. The housing cant have dents or bends for this to work. If theres housing damage then full display assembly replacement is required.
On machines this old we see alot of wear. Dents, worn hinges, damaged cables from years of use. We check everything and explain what makes sense.
The A1278 uses a standard LCD at 1280 x 800 resolution. Not Retina. No True Tone or any calibration to worry about. Simple display replacement when the housing allows.
Parts for these older machines are still around. Worth repairing if you want to keep the machine going for basic tasks.
Impact cracks from drops are common. Pressure damage from things pressing against the closed lid. On machines this age we see alot of other problems too. Backlight failure, vertical lines, display cables worn out, hinge issues.
Some of these are over fifteen years old. Age related wear is expected and normal.
We quote MacBook Pro 13" Unibody screen repairs after seeing the machine. Photos dont always show real condition. LCD only costs less than full assembly when the housing qualifies. Assessment is free with no obligation.
Turnaround depends on parts availability for these older models. The team can give you a timeline when you bring it in.
We service MacBook repairs across Sydney. Castle Hill, Parramatta, Blacktown, Seven Hills and surrounding areas. Most customers drop the machine off in person.
At Mac Screen Repair Sydney we fix MacBook screens. Thats our focus.
Depends on parts availability for older models. We advise when you bring it in.
No the A1278 predates Retina. Its a standard 1280x800 LCD.
Depends on your needs. If it does what you want then repair can make sense.
Screen repair doesnt touch your storage. Data stays intact.
Bring it in for a free assessment and quote.
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