If this problem with my MacBook is ‘expected’ in a 6 year old machine then I am seriously going to reconsider my approach with purchase of Apple products going forward. I’ve had a run of failing hardware which would be palatable only if I was not continuously spending a top dollar for what is marketed as ‘best quality and it just works’. Hate to say it but I’m becoming more and more discouraged with Apple products - and I’m a self-professed ‘fan girl’. Thoughts and feedback appreciated.ĭisclaimer - next is a bit of rant. 2015, Surface Pro 3 customers to order a free replacement AC power cord. PS: my machine is not eligible for the overheating battery recall - I’ve checked. Buy Power Cable Adapter For Apple MacBook Pro Charging Extension Cable EU/US.

There is an iFixit battery forum which talks about this exact issue in 2018/2019 from a ‘bad’ supplier batch but my last swap out is from a different supplier so I’m inclined to think this is not a battery issue but ‘something else’. I’m also still running Mojave at the moment. Percentage charged vs time remaining all over the place, i.e.: at 98% charge shows less than 2h remaining and then at 78% charge shows 3.5h remaining?!! Done a SMC reset. Batteries seem to ‘suddenly’ drain at around 50% to 7%. I am running a MacBook Pro Retina mid 2015 and have just had my first battery replacement - OEM. Wondering if any of the Power Users have come across a solution to this one please.

You may need a Y1 Tri-wing screwdriver, plastic spudger, and Phillips head screwdriver.Hi all. All other MacBook Pro batteries are 'non-removable,' but easy to handle if you have taken apart a computer before.If you have not repaired computers before, consider using the Apple Store. X Research source These are relatively difficult and dangerous to remove, and may require a specialized tool such as the iOpener. Since 2012, the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pros with Retina displays have had glued-in batteries.X Research source These batteries are very easy to replace. X Research source Some 17-inch models do as well, which you can test by looking for release catches on the underside of the laptop. 13-inch and 15-inch models from Early 2009 or earlier have removable batteries.Ideally, you should review an online guide specific to your model, but there are three general categories of repair: Before you decide to install the battery yourself, make sure tools and know-how for the job.

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