Unlike iPhones and Apple Watches, Macs tend to last much longer in the hands of consumers — there are people who only start thinking about changing computers after 5-7 years or more, for example.
However, one fact turns out to be inevitable for any notebook owner: after all, when will it be necessary to change the battery from him? It’s good to remember that, like any electronic product that has an internal battery, the cells present in Macs also age over time — and that’s normal.
However, we separate below some signs that may serve as a warning for you to think about changing it.
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- Right when you start using a new Mac, the battery usually lasts a long time. As we’ve already said, this can change over time due to the natural wear and tear of the cell. So if poor battery life is bothering you during everyday use, this could be a sign that it needs to be replaced.
- Newer Macs can display battery health information. This can be seen by going to System Settings, clicking on “Battery” in the sidebar and the “i” next to “Battery Health”. If the system identifies that it needs to be replaced, a “Recommended Maintenance” warning will be displayed.
- If your computer shuts down unexpectedly, especially after the battery has been recharged, it could be a sign that the battery is bad.
- Apple notebook batteries introduced in 2010 or later are designed to retain up to 80% capacity for 1,000 full charge cycles. That is, if this number is reached, it means that the battery is very close to needing to be changed. You can check this information by clicking on the Apple logo (menu bar) and going to About This Mac » More Information… System Report… » Power — or by opening Launchpad, selecting the “Others” folder and “System Information”. There, you will have the cycle count.
How much will it cost to replace my Mac battery?
Taking into account that you’ve already decided that you’re going to change your Mac’s battery, keep in mind that the repair costs are not that affordable. Prices have even just been adjusted:
- MacBook: R$1.980
- MacBook Air: R$1.260
- MacBook Pro: R$1.980
Obviously, there are third-party technical assistance that also perform this service — not necessarily using the same components that Apple works with, it is good to note. It is up to you to judge whether or not this exchange is worth doing at an Apple store, at an Apple Authorized Service Center or at a specialized technical assistance facility.
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via How-to Geek, iFixit