MacBook Pro 2016 (Touch Bar) spacebar issue

[Neykon]

Update: Swapped it a second time – on my 3rd device now and the spacebar works perfectly this time around. Thanksforyourinput (jk)!

I picked up the new MacBook Pro 2016 model (15 in, Touch Bar) at Saturday. I felt something was clearly off with the spacebar and got it replaced with a new unit today. To my surprise and misfortune this new unit has the exact same issue with the spacebar --- being sticky/spongy in the right side and only registering clicks every third time or so.

So, 2/2 machines I've tested had this issue. Is this normal behaviour with these new machines or should I keep swapping it until I get a functioning unit? sigh

I recorded a quick video demonstrating the issue.
Turn up your volume and notice the major difference between clicking the left and right side.

 

[Sanpete]

No . . . . . issue . . . . . on . . . . . mine . . . . .

 

[Obagleyfreer]

No issue here

 

[MrGuder]

That's clearly a problem, hope Apple see's your video.

The first 15" 2016 MBP I had did not have this issue with the spacebar it worked perfectly, however the 2nd one I got had issues with the spacebar, it was very spongy and did not feel the same on each side, it was almost like it was loose or wobbly. I didn't like it, it's a key you use all the time.

I've got another 15" 2016 MBP refurb coming this Tues so I'm praying I'll have no issues with the keyboard. They say 3rd times a charm, right?

 

[James.K.Polk]

Does this effect usability at all? Seems like something that's a bother in the first few days/weeks of ownership and is totally forgotten by month two. At least, that's how I've always been with my electronics...

 

[Kcetech1]

Had it on my second and third machines as I had posted up before.

 

[Sanpete]

May as well add that there are threads about this kind of thing, including for the space bar. Might want to check them out. Not normal, but not rare either.

 

[Neykon]

Does this effect usability at all? Seems like something that's a bother in the first few days/weeks of ownership and is totally forgotten by month two. At least, that's how I've always been with my electronics...

It is super frustrating.
I seem to use the spacebar mostly in the right area normally so it's definitely going to be a bother in the long run as well.

Secondly, it's a $2500 premium device. Hiccups like this shouldn't be there in the first place - this is due to poor quality control at Apple.
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That's clearly a problem, hope Apple see's your video.

The first 15" 2016 MBP I had did not have this issue with the spacebar it worked perfectly, however the 2nd one I got had issues with the spacebar, it was very spongy and did not feel the same on each side, it was almost like it was loose or wobbly. I didn't like it, it's a key you use all the time.

I've got another 15" 2016 MBP refurb coming this Tues so I'm praying I'll have no issues with the keyboard. They say 3rd times a charm, right?

One can only hope!

If possible at all I'd like to hear back from you when your third unit comes around.

 

[bartvk]

Bring it back. That's the only possible response to this.

In my experience, the keyboard is the weakest link of the 2016 MBP. There's a couple of topics about failing keys, each with a couple of dozens of posters. It's not an all-encompassing problem with this model, but it's a known problem for sure.

 

[No. 44]

Does this effect usability at all? [...]

Ofcoursenot.Thespacesbetweenthewordsare wayoverrated...

 

[leman]

My keyboard has this too Just discovered it this morning. Doesn't really affect the usability for me, but is certainly annoying.

 

[Neykon]

My keyboard has this too Just discovered it this morning. Doesn't really affect the usability for me, but is certainly annoying.

Ugh, annoyed to hear that!

Call me sensitive, but a $2500+ device should in my opinion never have issues like this. Personally, I will go down to the shop today for a third time and request a swap.

 

[SDColorado]

No issues with mine. Spacebar behaves the same throughout the bar. Definitely bring it back and have the issue corrected.

 

[MrGuder]

Ugh, annoyed to hear that!

Call me sensitive, but a $2500+ device should in my opinion never have issues like this. Personally, I will go down to the shop today for a third time and request a swap.

Let us know how it goes at the store.

 

[FattyMembrane]

I had EXACTLY this problem with my machine and it was the main reason I returned it (although there were other issues as well).

At first I thought I just had to get used to the new keyboard, but after about 2 days, I realized that not only was the rightmost 20% or so of the spacebar dead, but that's the only place I seem to tap the spacebar. Changing my typing style to accommodate a manufacturing error didn't seem like a reasonable compromise to me.

 

[Neykon]

I had EXACTLY this problem with my machine and it was the main reason I returned it (although there were other issues as well).

At first I thought I just had to get used to the new keyboard, but after about 2 days, I realized that not only was the rightmost 20% or so of the spacebar dead, but that's the only place I seem to tap the spacebar. Changing my typing style to accommodate a manufacturing error didn't seem like a reasonable compromise to me.

Positive (for me) to hear that you had similar problem, and I'm not just confusing myself.

So your replacement model is A-OK?

 

[FattyMembrane]

I didn't get a replacement. Mine was a BTO and I picked it up while I was in the states for a couple of weeks (if you think they're expensive in America, try buying a MacBook in Europe). There wasn't enough time to get the specs I wanted, so I just returned it and went back to my '13 Air.

 

[Neykon]

I didn't get a replacement. Mine was a BTO and I picked it up while I was in the states for a couple of weeks (if you think they're expensive in America, try buying a MacBook in Europe). There wasn't enough time to get the specs I wanted, so I just returned it and went back to my '13 Air.

I am americanising currency and the like to be more 'international community'-friendly, but I actually live in Europe and bought it here so I get you!
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Let us know how it goes at the store.

Swapped it a second time and the 3rd device is working like charm. Spacebar clicks nice and evenly this time around. Thanks for convincing me further to get it replaced!

 

[bcbickers]

I have the same problem but on the left side of the spacebar. To get around it, I have adjusted my typing behavior to hit the spacebar a few more millimeters towards the center. I actually like the new keyboard, so the adjustment was worth the tradeoff.

 

[bartvk]

went back to my '13 Air.

Oh man, that has me reminiscing... Couple of weeks ago, I sold my '13 Air. I wasn't using it anymore after I bought my 2016 MBP. But man, that Air was easily the best laptop I ever had. I started my business with this thing. So reliable.

 

[Scorned]

After five months I am having this issue where the right side space bar is just like the video. Frustrating, but I will use the other parts of the spacebar until they also deteriorate.

 

[zokstar]

Sorry to bring an old thread back. Im getting the same issue on my 2016 TB 15".

Have any of you after months went back to apple and got a replacement/fix?

 

[Scorned]

I now use an air compressor to blast the keyboard keys and it seems to work. The keyboard fowls very easily. Try blasting it

This is a recurrent issue. Lately the USB-C ports are having connection problems unless held perfectly.

 

[zokstar]

I now use an air compressor to blast the keyboard keys and it seems to work. The keyboard fowls very easily. Try blasting it

This is a recurrent issue. Lately the USB-C ports are having connection problems unless held perfectly.

Interesting, thanks! I'll be sure to give that ago. I do notice the space bar is a little on and off. ATM working fine.

 

[vyorkin]

I've had the sameissue and tried to fix it bymyself – ****ing big mistake, don't try to do this – you'll break ****.