‘Bug is a Feature’: Ant Crawling Inside Laptop Screen Goes Viral on Social Media

A humorous video showing an ant crawling inside a laptop screen has taken social media by storm, garnering over five lakh views. The 17-second clip was shared by a user named Aditya on X, where he pointed out the tiny intruder trapped within his laptop display.

In the video, Aditya glides his finger over the screen while saying, “This ant went inside my laptop’s screen.” His light-hearted take on the situation resonated with viewers, who found the scenario amusing.

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The post attracted numerous comments, including one user who offered an explanation for the bizarre incident. He recounted a similar experience in the past: “Most likely it did not go into the screen. This insect is most likely an egg that was in the screen during manufacturing. The heat generated during laptop use helped it hatch. I had the same issue around 2020. Had to fight with Apple Support in India to get the screen replaced for free. They tried to blame it on me lol.” 

Aditya, however, rejected this theory. Responding to the comment, he stated, “No way it was inside since past 4 years (bought in 2020). Actually, on my desk I’ve noticed these tiny ants, so maybe it could’ve entered from the charging port cavity or any other entry point in the hardware.”

The incident highlights the quirks of everyday life, capturing the attention and laughter of social media users around the world.