The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 4,000, brand new and sealed as an original replacement part. It fits the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display sold in Late 2013, Mid 2014 and Early 2015, which Apple identifies as MacBookPro11,1 and MacBookPro12,1. Mascom International sells the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard from Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, where our technicians also handle the fitting.
Many A1502 machines in Kenya arrived as ex-UK imports, carried home by returning students and professionals or bought through British resellers. When keys die after years of use, a spilled cup of chai, or Nairobi dust working under the caps, the quick local fix is often whatever keyboard sits in a drawer, usually a US one. Ex-UK owners choose the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard because it restores the exact British arrangement their fingers already know. The £ sign, the § key and the tall Return key sit where they always did, which matters to accountants, lawyers and writers who type all day. For them, the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard means no relearning and no stray keystrokes.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell loose keyboards over the counter and leave the risky part to you, Mascom International pairs the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard with in-store fitting by technicians who open these riveted top cases regularly. Customers across Nairobi tell us the fitted result types like the day their Mac left the factory. Bring your MacBook to Kimathi Street for an assessment, or message us on WhatsApp first for advice on fit. Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches all 47 counties if your own technician works upcountry.
Common Questions About the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard
Which MacBook models does the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard fit?
The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard fits only the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display from Late 2013, Mid 2014 and Early 2015. Those machines report themselves as MacBookPro11,1 or MacBookPro12,1 under System Information. Check the small print on the underside of your Mac for the words Model A1502 before ordering. The earlier A1425 Retina, the non-Retina A1278 and every 2016 or later MacBook Pro use different keyboards, so this part will not fit them.
How can I tell whether my A1502 has a UK or a US keyboard?
Look at the Return key first: a UK keyboard has a tall Return key shaped like an upside-down L spanning two rows, while a US keyboard has one wide horizontal key. On a UK layout, the 3 key shows the £ sign and the top-left corner carries § and ±. The left Shift key is also shorter, with an extra key squeezed beside it. If two or more of these match your Mac, the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard is your layout.
Why is replacing the A1502 keyboard a job for a technician?
On the A1502, Apple riveted the keyboard directly into the aluminium top case instead of fixing it with removable screws. Swapping it means taking out most internal parts, including the battery and logic board, then removing the old rivets and securing the new keyboard with small screws. One slip can tear a ribbon cable or damage the glued battery. That is why Mascom International recommends fitting the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard at our Kimathi Street shop rather than at home.
Is the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard backlit?
The A1502 left Apple's factory with a backlit keyboard, but on this model the backlight is a separate thin panel sitting beneath the key layer. Whether your existing backlight carries over, or a fresh panel is needed, depends on the condition of your machine. Send a WhatsApp message to +254 708 852 521 with your Mac's details and our technicians will confirm the backlight question before you commit. That way the KSh 4,000 you spend covers exactly what your Mac needs.
Should I buy this original UK keyboard or a cheaper generic copy?
Choose the original if you want the job done once. The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard from Mascom International is a brand-new original part, so its keys sit flush in the top case openings and its cable seats correctly. Generic copies can carry uneven key feel, poorly printed legends or slightly different cut-outs. Because fitting involves lengthy disassembly either way, a part that may need redoing makes little sense. One careful job with the right keyboard costs less than two.
Can a US keyboard go into my UK A1502 instead?
Not cleanly. The aluminium top case on a UK A1502 has openings shaped for the ISO layout, with a tall Return cut-out and an extra hole beside the left Shift. A US keyboard uses different key shapes, so it leaves gaps and mismatched keys that let dust in. If your top case is British, the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard is the only clean fit. Mascom International stocks the US version separately for US-spec machines at the same price.
Why do A1502 keyboards fail in Kenya, and how do I protect the new one?
Dust and liquid cause most of the keyboard failures our technicians see. Fine dust from Nairobi roads works under the low-profile keys and stops them registering, while a tipped cup of tea can short individual keys. After fitting the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard, keep the lid closed when the Mac is idle, carry it in a zipped sleeve, and use a thin silicone cover when working near food or drinks. Clean with compressed air, never a damp cloth.
Who should buy the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard, and who should skip it?
Buy it if your A1502 still runs well but has dead, sticky or missing keys, and you want the British layout you bought it with. Skip it if your Mac also has a failing logic board, a swollen battery or a cracked screen, because the combined repair bill can approach the value of the machine. In that case, a used HP EliteBook or Lenovo ThinkPad from Mascom International's stock is often the better spend. Bring the Mac in and we will give you an honest assessment first.
Is KSh 4,000 worth spending on a keyboard for a Mac this age?
For a Mac that otherwise works, yes. The Late 2013 and Mid 2014 models officially reach macOS Big Sur and the Early 2015 model reaches macOS Monterey, which still handles Microsoft Office, Zoom calls, browser work and KRA iTax filing. Spread across the 6-month warranty period, KSh 4,000 works out to roughly KSh 22 per day of covered use. A fully working keyboard also protects the resale value of your ex-UK MacBook when you eventually sell it on.
Technical Specifications
Key Layout and Everyday Typing
- Full British ISO arrangement replaces dead, sticky or missing keys on a 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro in one fitting session.
- Tall reverse-L Return key spans two rows, matching the opening already machined into every UK-spec A1502 top case.
- Shift plus 3 types the £ sign directly, so sterling invoices and receipts need no special keyboard shortcuts.
- The top-left § and ± key and the extra key beside left Shift complete the standard Apple UK arrangement.
- A full row of function keys controls screen brightness, volume and media playback, exactly as the factory keyboard did.
- Scissor-style key mechanisms give the short, stable travel A1502 owners know, with none of the later butterfly design's dust sensitivity.
Compatibility and Model Check
- Fits the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, Late 2013, shown in System Information as MacBookPro11,1.
- Fits the Mid 2014 revision, which shares the MacBookPro11,1 identifier and the same top case design as Late 2013.
- Fits the Early 2015 revision, identified as MacBookPro12,1, the last 13-inch Retina model to carry the A1502 number.
- Does not fit the A1425 Retina from 2012 and early 2013, which uses a different internal layout and keyboard.
- Does not fit the non-Retina A1278 or any 2016 and later MacBook Pro with butterfly or Magic Keyboard mechanisms.
- Model A1502 appears in small regulatory text on the underside of the bottom case, which gives you a quick check.
Build and Original Quality
- Original Apple-specification part, brand new, with key legends printed to match the factory keyboard your Mac shipped with.
- Keycaps sit flush within the aluminium top case openings, leaving no wide gaps for crumbs, sand or dust to enter.
- The flat connection cable matches the A1502 socket, so no adapters, soldering or modifications are needed during fitting.
- Low-profile keycaps keep the closed-lid gap unchanged, so the Retina screen does not press against the keys in a bag.
- Keys arrive pre-assembled on a single frame, so the technician fits one complete unit rather than dozens of loose caps.
- Black keycaps match the original look against the silver aluminium body that every A1502 left the factory with.
Fitting and Installation
- Apple riveted the A1502 keyboard to the top case at the factory, so it cannot simply unclip like a desktop keyboard.
- Replacement means removing internal parts first, including the battery and logic board, before the old rivets come out.
- Small screws then secure the replacement keyboard in place of the factory rivets, giving a firm and rattle-free result.
- Mascom technicians fit the keyboard in-store at Kimathi Street, so your Mac stays in experienced hands throughout the repair.
- Self-fitting risks torn ribbon cables and battery damage, which is why technician fitting is strongly recommended for this model.
- Message us on WhatsApp to book a fitting slot and confirm the turnaround time on the day you visit.
Backlight and Inclusions
- The A1502 backlight is a separate thin panel beneath the key layer, not something built into the keycaps themselves.
- Confirm on WhatsApp whether your existing backlight transfers across or a new panel is required for your specific unit.
- The keyboard arrives as a loose replacement part in protective packaging, ready for a technician to fit into your top case.
- Bring your Mac to the shop and our team checks the layout against your top case before any work begins.
- Coverage for the part runs under the 6-month Mascom warranty set out in the section below this one.
Package Contents
The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard arrives as a loose replacement part, packed to protect the keycaps in transit.
- One original A1502 keyboard in British ISO layout, keycaps fitted
- Flat connection cable attached to the keyboard frame
Backlight panels and screw sets vary between supply batches, so ask on WhatsApp what accompanies the unit you are buying. Fitting at Kimathi Street is arranged when you book your slot with our technicians.
Warranty
The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects, starting from the day of purchase. If a key, the connector or the keyboard matrix fails under normal use within that period, bring the Mac to our Kimathi Street service desk and we will assess and resolve the fault directly. Coverage applies to manufacturing defects, not liquid or impact damage.
Where to Buy the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard in Kenya
The Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard is available now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and bring your Mac along so our technicians can confirm the layout and fit the keyboard in-store. The keycaps come in black, matching every A1502 top case.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Apple MacBook Pro A1502 UK Keyboard across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you pay only when the part reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and every other major town receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Upcountry buyers should hand the part to an experienced Mac technician, given the riveted design.
Each keyboard is backed by the 6-month Mascom warranty above. Owners of ex-UK MacBooks across Kenya rely on Mascom International for original parts, straight answers on fit, and after-sales help from a real Nairobi CBD shop.
