Mac screen repairs are often seen as stressful and expensive, but the internet has a way of turning even the most frustrating situations into comedy gold. From DIY disasters to tech repair pranks, some videos about Mac screen repair are so ridiculous they’ll leave you laughing out loud.
If you need a break from the stress of cracked screens and high repair bills, check out these hilarious videos about Mac screen repair—and maybe learn a lesson or two along the way.
1. The Guy Who “Fixed” His Mac with a Hammer
In this now-legendary clip, a frustrated Mac user decides to "repair" his cracked screen by tapping it with a hammer to see if the cracks would magically disappear. Spoiler alert: They didn’t. Instead, the screen shattered completely, and the guy’s reaction was priceless.
Lesson learned: Hammers and MacBooks should never mix. If you need a real fix, visit a professional instead of turning your laptop into a DIY demolition project.
2. The DIY Screen Repair Gone Horribly Wrong
One brave soul thought he could replace his Mac screen at home using a cheap DIY kit. The video starts off well—until he realizes he forgot to unplug the battery before removing the broken display. The moment he pulls on the wrong cable, sparks fly, and smoke starts rising from his MacBook. Cue immediate regret.
Lesson learned: Repairing a Mac screen isn’t like replacing a phone case. If you don’t know what you’re doing, a “cheap” DIY fix can end up costing way more than a professional repair.
3. The Tech Repair Prank on an Apple Genius
In this viral prank video, a customer walks into an Apple Store with a MacBook that has a completely destroyed screen. When the Apple Genius asks what happened, he confidently explains that he tried to use toothpaste to buff out the crack (yes, like you would with scratched eyeglasses). The Genius’s face goes from confused to horrified in seconds.
Lesson learned: Toothpaste fixes scratches on glass, NOT Mac screens. Also, Apple Geniuses have seen it all, but they still get shocked by customers’ wild repair ideas.
4. The Guy Who Used Clear Tape as a “Screen Protector”
One TikToker decided to cover his cracked Mac screen with clear packing tape to keep it from breaking further. He proudly shows off his “budget repair,” only to realize the tape makes the screen completely unusable, distorting the display and making everything blurry. The video ends with him sighing in defeat as he peels off the tape—along with some of the remaining glass.
Lesson learned: Packing tape is NOT a substitute for a professional repair. If your screen is cracked, get a proper replacement or use an actual screen protector.
5. The “Waterproof” Mac Repair Experiment
A YouTuber decides to test a viral myth that putting a cracked MacBook in rice (like a wet phone) will somehow “pull the cracks together” and fix the screen. After submerging the laptop in a bowl of rice overnight, he powers it on—only to find out that, well… it’s still broken.
Lesson learned: Rice absorbs moisture, NOT glass shards. Also, if you put your entire MacBook in a bowl of rice, you now have rice stuck in your ports AND a broken screen. Congratulations! ?
6. The “Gorilla Glue Fix” Disaster
One of the worst DIY repair attempts ever caught on camera features a guy gluing his MacBook screen back together with Gorilla Glue. The glue dries, leaving a sticky, ugly mess all over the display, making it impossible to close the laptop properly. Even worse, the glue seeps into the hinges, permanently sealing them in place.
Lesson learned: Glue is for arts and crafts, not Mac repairs. If your screen is falling apart, a proper screen replacement is the only real solution.
7. The Time Someone Used a Hairdryer to “Fix” a Flickering Screen
A TikTok user’s Mac screen starts flickering, so instead of taking it for a repair, they decide to heat it with a hairdryer to “reset” the pixels. The video shows them blasting the screen with hot air—until the display suddenly goes completely black and never turns on again. Cue dramatic music.
Lesson learned: Overheating your Mac is not a repair method. In fact, extreme heat can melt internal components, making your problem ten times worse.
8. The “Trust Me, I’m a Professional” Repair Fail
This video features an amateur repair guy claiming to be an “expert” at fixing Mac screens. He confidently starts unscrewing parts—until he accidentally snaps a fragile display connector in half. The video cuts to his face, frozen in shock, followed by him saying, “Uhh… I think I made it worse.”
Lesson learned: Not everyone who calls themselves a “tech expert” knows what they’re doing. Choose certified professionals for Mac repairs, not random “experts” from Craigslist.
9. The Gamer Who Rage-Smashed His MacBook Screen
During a livestream, a gamer loses a match and punches his MacBook screen in frustration. The audience watches in real time as the display turns into a colorful mess of pixels and cracks. His reaction? A long pause, followed by an awkward, “…Oops.”
Lesson learned: If you rage easily, invest in a separate monitor or a stress ball. MacBooks are not built for punching.
10. The Clumsy Tech Reviewer’s Drop Test Fail
A YouTuber filming a “durability test” for a new MacBook tries to demonstrate its sturdy build—only to accidentally drop it on concrete while setting up the camera. The screen cracks instantly, and the video ends with the classic line: “Well… that wasn’t supposed to happen.”
Lesson learned: If you’re handling an expensive device, be extra careful. And if you must drop-test something, maybe try it on a soft surface first.
Mac screen repairs might not be funny in real life, but these hilarious videos show just how bad repair ideas can go viral. From tape disasters to glue-covered screens, these clips serve as a warning and a comedy show all in one.
