You’ve probably heard every tip for extending the life of your MacBook battery: Never fully discharge it, don't keep it anywhere too hot or too cold... But in the end, every battery dies. It’s a physical reality that a battery’s capacity to hold a charge lessens over time, until one day your MacBook won't power on at all. Then what? Buying a new device is one option—but aside from the consumable battery MacBooks are pretty much built to last forever. So we have a better solution for you: swap that battery and make your “old” machine like new. Show
Replace the battery of your MacBook Pro Retina 13"This replacement battery is fully compatible with your MacBook Pro 13" Retina (Early 2015). It's tested before shipping to ensure complete functionality and maximum charging capacity. Choose the Fix Kit option to include all the necessary tools for this repair and follow our DIY guide for an easy and safe installation. DIY saves you a ton of moneyThis repair is pretty easy and straightforward once you have the compatible replacement part. Do the repair yourself, save money, and bring your trusty device back to life. Our planet will thank you. Your advantages at a glance
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out of power more quickly than it should be, it might be time to get its battery replaced. The quickest way to see whether your MacBook's battery is in good health is by clicking the battery icon in the upper-right corner of your computer's screen while holding the option key. But if you want a deeper dive on your battery's status, the System Report will provide an overview with information like the number of cycles your battery has left and its full capacity. If you do wish to replace your battery, Apple charges $129 for battery servicing on 11- and 13-inch MacBook Airs and 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pros not covered by warranty or AppleCare Plus. Those with a 17-inch MacBook Pro will have to pay $179, while 12-inch MacBook owners and those with a 13- or 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display will be charged $199. Follow the steps below to learn about your Mac's battery. Hold the option key and click the battery icon near the top of the screen.Lisa Eadicicco/Business InsiderYou should see a "condition" field that indicates whether your battery is performing as it should. If it says "normal," your battery is operating normally. If it says "replace soon," the battery is holding less charge than when it was new and should be monitored. If this field says "replace now," the battery is holding significantly less charge but is still safe to continue using. "Service battery" indicates your battery isn't operating normally and should be taken to an Apple Store, though you can still use it safely when it's connected to the right power adapter. Click the Apple icon and choose "about this Mac."Lisa Eadicicco/Business InsiderOr hold the option key and click "system information" to get to the final step quicker. Choose "system report."Click on "power" to see details about your MacBook's battery.Lisa Eadicicco/Business InsiderHere you can see information like your battery-cycle count, full charge, and charge remaining. If your MacBook has consumed all its charge cycles — from depleted to fully charged — it's fine to continue using it, but you're likely to notice a dip in battery life. Read next LoadingSomething is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. More... How much does it cost to replace battery of MacBook Pro Early 2015?A typical MacBook battery replacement is $129 for a MacBook Air or $199 for a MacBook Pro.
How long should a 2015 MacBook battery last?13-inch MacBook Pro 2015 – Battery Life
The battery capacity of the MacBook Pro is the same as before, but improved efficiency means Apple has revised its estimates upwards. It now claims 10 hours of web browsing and 12 hours of iTunes video playback, which is up from 9 hours for both on last year's model.
Is it worth replacing battery on MacBook Pro?I suggest that you get the battery replaced, especially if you already really like your MacBook. However, most likely, the replacement will come at full cost since it would be out of either the standard warranty or extended AppleCare+ periods.
Is it worth fixing a 2015 MacBook Pro?The 2015/2014 MacBook Pro series are the best to come out in the last decade. Definitely worth repairing. Especially since Apple's Mac Books will be coming with their own chips soon.
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