Will Apple fix this?

[S600MBUSA]

My 2.4 gHz, 15 inch MB Pro was purchased in July, and a few weeks ago, I noticed some spots on the wrist-rest. From further research, it appears to be pitting in the aluminum.

I have a feeling some of you might flame me for asking about a warranty fix for a cosmetic issue, but I'm curious if Apple would be willing to replace the top wrist-rest assembly on my Macbook Pro.

If Apple won't replace this under warranty, about how much will it cost to have this replaced by an Apple authorized servicer?

 

[iToaster]

Probably not, and to have it replaced will cost a lot.

 

[S600MBUSA]

Probably not, and to have it replaced will cost a lot.

Yeah, I figured they wouldn't. I would imagine the only way it would go through is if I found just the right person and/or raised enough noise, but that still may not be enough. I may take it down to an Apple store after Christmas just to see, but I won't have my heart set on a replacement.

I'll most likely just end up getting some wrist-wrest protector to hide the current damage and prevent anymore. Out of sight, out of mind, right?

 

[liquidh2o]

Yes, they will replace it. There's quite a few people who have had the same problem and Apple has been quick to resolve it. A search for "pitting" on here or the apple support forums will give you a lot of info. if you're interested in further research.

 

[byakuya]

if you are looking for some protection for the palmrest I can recommend the palmguards by moshi (my personal review)
I only tested the mb version but can imagine that the mbp version is good also.