My command key on my macbook pro retina 2014 is sinking
So I have recently bought a Macbook pro retina 13 inch 2014 model.
I have been using it a lot lately especially for typing and using the command key. I notice that my left command key is sinking or in other words, the left command key is much lower or deeper than other keys if it is not pressed.
Is this normal? I am afraid if I keep using this left command key it will be a problem in the future.
Thanks.
Sorry for bumping this OLD thread. But I am having the same problem. How did you guys exactly resolve it? What did Apple do when u went to the store? (Assuming you did)
Thanks.
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Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3964
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