MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Repair
Need your MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) repaired? Beckenham Computer Repair fixes this model at our shop at 21 Village Way, Beckenham. We diagnose the fault, give you a clear price before any work starts, and many repairs are finished the same day.
Apple launched the MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) in 2018; the first 13-inch with a quad-core processor and the Apple T2 security chip.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) at a glance
| Released | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5 / i7 (Coffee Lake, quad-core) |
| Display | 13.3-inch Retina 2560×1600, True Tone |
| Storage | soldered to the logic board, encrypted by the T2 chip |
| Memory | soldered to the logic board |
| Keyboard | Butterfly (prone to sticking and repeating keys) |
| Latest macOS | macOS 15 Sequoia |
| Model number | A1989 (printed on the underside or back) |
Not sure this is your Mac? Click the Apple menu → About This Mac: the name, screen size and year shown there should match this page, and the model number A1989 is printed in small text on the underside.
From our workshop
The T2 chip adds security but means the SSD cannot be removed. Keep a Time Machine backup – it is the best protection for your data on this model.
What faults do you fix on the MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)?
- Logic board failure (data is locked to the board by the T2 chip)
- USB-C port and charging faults
- Butterfly keyboard failures
- Battery swelling
Repairs and upgrades for this model
- Screen and display repairs
- Battery replacement, including swollen batteries
- Butterfly keyboard repair and replacement
- Charging and port repairs
- Liquid damage treatment and logic board repair
- Virus, malware and slow-Mac clean-ups, macOS reinstallation
- Data recovery and transfer to a new Mac
Can you recover data from my MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)?
The SSD is soldered to the board and encrypted by Apple’s T2 security chip, so the data is tied to that exact logic board. If the Mac is dead, the way to get your files back is to repair the board and boot it.
Is it worth repairing my MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)?
Its newest supported system is macOS 15 Sequoia. It no longer gets the latest macOS, but it is still capable for everyday work, so battery, keyboard, screen and storage repairs are usually worthwhile.
How do I book a MacBook Pro 13-inch (2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) repair?
Ring 020 8658 4366 or email info@computerservicesandrepairs.co.uk to arrange a drop-off (appointments only, Mon–Sat 9am–6pm) or a secure mail-in repair. Diagnosis costs £54 inc. VAT.
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