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My headphone plug just broke inside in jack of my macbook. I’ve tried many things included the last one, which i used super glue with the other part of the headphones and was worst. I went to apple and they said to me that its impossible to fix and i have to change the video/sound board which is almost 70% the price of a macbook. Is it possible to fix in a cheapest mode or how can i have sound? Because my computer just admit that has something plug. Can i use a USB speakers and change sound definitions? Please help :)

DIY work around - buy a USB audio adaptor. USB audio is separate from analog audio. You’ll have an extra dongle but you can still plug your headphones into it and use the machine.. . the cost should be <$50.00 US. If this Answer is helpful please remember to return and mark it Accepted.

After reviewing this and other forums, I first tried bending the paper clip tip. After some effort, all I was able to remove was a tiny strip of metal. I could not hook the rest of the jack. The glue on toothpick or end of pen refill were intriguing, but I was concerned about glue drip. However, on a recent Target visit, I found Loctite Super Glue Ultra Gel Control ($3.99). I also got epoxy just in case. The refills I had were too big. I tried to think of something sturdier than a toothpick, then came across a 4d finish nail. I checked a 2d, but the 4d head was actually slightly smaller. I laid the computer on a desk, unplugged & with battery removed. To hold it steady & straight, I then clamped the end of the nail in locking pliers also laid on the desk. The nail was parallel to the desk. I inserted the nail head first to check for clearance. I dripped just enough glue to slightly mound on the top of the head. I waited a couple of seconds, then carefully inserted and held it for 20-25 seconds, a little more than specified. It did not hold. I tried again and waited 5+ minutes for full strength. I then pulled it out – with the tip of the broken jack!! My speakers and jack both work, saving $99+ in repairs, with 20 min. of work!!

The GripStick is a tool specifically made to solve this problem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii5OKvtN… http://nightek.com You can also buy it here at iFixit.

Hello, Sir, I believe you can go to system preferences, choose the “audio” option, and choose “built-in speakers” as your output method.