I fixed two identical 2018 MacBook Airs with the same keyboard fault, but with different results.

On the first one, I used a generic replacement keyboard assembly from a supplier, and it started sticking again within 3 months. For the second, I paid the extra $40 for a pulled OEM part from a known-good donor machine, and it's been perfect for over a year now. Is the cost difference for genuine parts always worth it for long-term reliability?

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jesse_palmer27d ago

Yeah that "long-term reliability" part is key, and I kinda agree with @calebb57 that luck plays a role, but your own test shows it's usually worth the extra cash.

calebb5727d ago

Doubt it's always worth it, sometimes you just get lucky.

colesanchez3d ago

Feel like we're overthinking this. It's just stuff.