A MacBook with a cracked screen may appear to be a terrible scenario. You're stuck with an inoperable computer and a repair price that might possibly exceed $600. However, it turns out that for certain people, a MacBook without a screen is the ideal machine.
Using MacBooks with shattered displays
When you think about it, the concept makes sense. A MacBook without a screen is a real "bring your own monitor" Mac, similar to the popular Mac mini – a little computer that fits practically anyplace and connects to an external display, keyboard, and mouse.
Using a MacBook without its screen takes it a step further by giving both the keyboard and the trackpad. All that is required is an external display. Furthermore, old MacBooks with shattered screens are available at great discounts (for obvious reasons).
On Monday, DuanRui tweeted, "More and more individuals are buying a MacBook Pro without a screen to use as a Mac mini." "It has a trackpad and keyboard, but it also has superior speakers."
What's even more entertaining about using a MacBook without a screen is how similar the machines are to the Apple II (sans CRT monitor). Simply connect a display and you're ready to utilize your new (old) Mac. You could even hook up the headless MacBook to your television.
As rumors of a future Mac built entirely within a keyboard circulate, it appears that these astute recyclers have beaten Apple to the punch.
Another wonderful alternative for a broken-screen MacBook is to use it in clamshell mode. While you won't be able to use the built-in keyboard, trackpad, or special features such as Touch Bar or Touch ID, it can be a terrific way to acquire a powerful Mac mini replacement.
In any case, it's evident that a damaged screen isn't the end of a MacBook. Using a headless MacBook with an external display reduces your computer's portability. However, if you're searching for a novel and inexpensive method to change your desktop setup, this could be a terrific option.
