Questions tagged [battery]
Concerning devices that store electrical power which can be used to run various devices in the absence of external power.
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How to deal with 61W power adapter not working issue
I have apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports).
The power adapter is not working , there is no issue with
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Can I use 140W USB-C Power adapter with this ...
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MacBook Pro early battery degradation
My MacBook Pro (A2251) battery is 78% max capacity after only 785 charge cycles and 3976mAh. Is this okay?
I have plugged it in overnight in the first year or 2 of owning it but now I have AlDente ...
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How do I find battery voltage on macOS 13 Ventura?
I tried system_profiler SPPowerDataType | grep Voltage, but it doesn't seem to have it anymore. Similarly, it is missing from System Information -> Hardware -> Power.
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Display the bluetooth headset and battery status icons in the iPhone status bar
I would like to show in the iPhone status bar the bluetooth headset and battery status icons. The icons provide an easy visual confirmation that the headset is connected/disconnected, and the visual ...
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iOS 17.1.1 on iPhone SE 2nd Gen PANIC MODE PROBLEM
Could someone please interpret this panic message for me? It started to cause my iPhone to shut down a couple of weeks ago. Battery is in good condition, no water damage or big falls, no storage ...
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AC Charger Information paragraph has no info about serial number
Just noticed that there is no any info about the charger serial number in System Information > Power > AC Charger Information. Is it okay?
AC Charger Information:
Connected: Yes
ID: ...
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MacBook frequently stops charging briefly when battery at 100%
Once my laptop battery reaches 100%, when unattended, every 5 to 30 minutes, the MagSafe 3 cable light briefly turns off, turns back on, the "100% Charged" message will show on the screen, ...
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Optimized Battery Charging issue for 2023 MBP, Apple M2 Max chip
My MBP currently runs on macOS 13.6.2. I purchased the machine new about 9-10 months ago. It came with "Optimized Battery Charging" enabled (by default) - a feature I was glad to see added.
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Identifying a software issue that drains battery (after new battery install)
I've got an iPhone 12 with the latest iOS updates. After the battery was draining quite quickly at 81% health, I took the phone to an Apple certified repair shop and had a new battery installed.
The ...
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M1 Max MBP: Magsafe works erratically
I have a M1 Max MBP, macOS Sonoma 14.1.1. The MagSafe works erratically, that is, when I connect it to the laptop it might immediately show signs (light/sound) that the battery is charging, or it ...
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Do airpods case's battery drain when it's left open and airpods are in use?
I just joined this community. I hope this an appropriate question to ask here. If not, please let me know, if you know, where I should ask this.
I own a set of Apple Airpods Pro (2nd Gen? is there a ...
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Weird charging pattern for 2019 MacBook Pro 16"
I noticed this weird charging behavior (using stats) when charging my Mac - charging power climbing and then dropping to ~60W over and over.
Does this indicate a problem with the battery?
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macOS: Programmatically access the "Screen On Usage" data shown in Settings->Battery
How do I programmatically access the "Screen On Usage" data shown in Settings->Battery?
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New market battery says No "Fully Charged"
I have a Macbook Pro Retina that I bought brand new in 2015. Its battery died and wouldn't boot. Because it's old, Apple wouldn't provide a battery in my country, so the shop bought a battery "...
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High opendirectoryd CPU usage caused by Qustodio- Any Fix?
I have an 14" M1 Max that gets very poor battery life, which I suspect is mainly due to the installed internet filter, Qustodio, causing high CPU usage from opendirectoryd. As per activity ...
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Is the hard drive data recoverable from this MacBook with extreme battery damage?
My friend's laptop almost literally blew up while charging. There is extensive battery damage -- see attached photos below.
Is it possible to recover the hard drive?
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MacBook Air 2018 lagging even in Recovery Mode
My MacBook Air battery is totally in nonworking condition, as soon I remove the charging cable it shuts down. Recently my laptop became very sluggish, even the wallpaper won't load. I am not able to ...
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Does a MacBook connected to a PD charger charge the iPhone with power from adapter or battery? [duplicate]
I have an M1Pro Macbook Pro, and there is only one power outlet where I usually work. I have a 65W PD charger and I always use it to charge my Macbook. I know that my Macbook works with only the power ...
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My battery drains fast on my iphone-13 - is there a way to determine which app(s) have been using the most CPU in the last month?
just like the question says -
My battery drains fast on my iphone-13 - is there a way to determine which app(s) have been using the most CPU in the last month?
(In other words, I don't want a snapshot ...
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How to use Power Source as Battery? [Workaround for 'Battery Service Recommended']
Device: M1 pro Macbook pro, 16'', 16GB memory, 512GB SSD
Service Recommended
A month back, the battery icon suddenly showed an 'X' mark with the 'Service Recommended' warning.
The power source was ...
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Battery level indication
I have my M2 MacBook Pro connected to the external monitor using USB C cable that is also charging the Mac. During the night, I switch off my Mac and switch the monitor, which disables power to the ...
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MacBook Pro 16" 2019 doesn't enter standby mode
After updating to macOS Sonoma my MacBook Pro 16" 2019 doesn't enter standby mode even at night after more than 10 hours of being closed.
pmset -g assertions shows the following:
2023-10-01 09:28:...
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Minimum Power/Charging Requirements for MacBook Pro 16 (2023) [duplicate]
What are minimum power requirements that will work with the MacBook Pro 16. This device has inputs for the mag-safe and for the USB-C ports. Apple does not provide sufficient information to select a ...
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Ask Siri for battery level on Apple TV remote
On our Apple TV 4K, we were previously able to ask Siri on the remote control “battery level”. The current amount of battery charge appeared on screen.
That feature disappeared in recent versions of ...
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the battery condition is ‘Normal’, but the macbook air 2017 can not be used without power supply
I have watched dramas several times that caused my computer to be extremely hot, and then the battery was unable to function properly. However, the battery condition was normal and the number of ...
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2023 Edition: Why does my iPhone turn on when I plug it in to charge? And, how can I stop it from doing so? [duplicate]
As of 2023 is there a way, anyway at all (short of bricking it), to prevent my iPhone 13 from starting up automatically when I plug it in to charge when it is already turned off, or if it is fully ...
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Can I use a LIR2032 battery instead of a CR2032 for my AirTag?
Original AirTags use a CR2032 "coin" battery. I would like to replace it with an LiR2032 battery, which is the same size but rechargeable, while CR2032 is not. I thus feel LiR2032 is more ...
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Can it cause battery damage to use 10.5W phone charger(not PD) for my MacBook Air M1? [duplicate]
I heard using a low wattage charger can damage the battery but I'm not sure if it's really true. The Apple's official document just says the speed will be low but not mentions about the damage.
What ...
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Why is my MacBook Pro 13" 2019 (A1989) not powering on? [duplicate]
I left my macbook on charge after putting it to sleep. Later when I'm trying on turn it on, it's simply refusing to turn on. There are just no signs of life.
First I checked the charger and cable, ...
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Apple store said my screen is busted and needs external display. Screen randomly turned on before disposal.?
I have a mid 2014 MBP 13" Retina, bought at an Apple Authorized reseller in 2018 brand new though (it was a custom and special order that's why I got it new in 2018.)
Laptop is fine except the ...
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iPhone 6S only charges from one side of lightning charger if connected to laptop through USB, but shows green charging icon on both sides
My laptop is a Fujitsu Lifebook T937. It's a second hand laptop I got a few months ago after previously experiencing problems with my MacBook Pro Mid 2012 that unfortunately went unsolved
The first ...
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Macbook Pro A1502 Help Needed [duplicate]
Earlier post was deleted as it sound similar to other posted question, I did check and its not the same problem.
I have problem with MacBook Pro Retina A1502, I believe the battery is drained while on ...
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Disabling (specific) apps from running during sleep in macOS
I want to disable some apps from running during sleep (due to unwanted/unnecessary battery consumption). Particularly; I want to disable Microsoft OneDrive from running during sleep on a M2 MacBook ...
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New battery is degrading fast? [duplicate]
So as mentioned in my last post I got a new battery. It is not even a week and Coconut Battery tells this design capacity, around 79%. Is it normal or there is some issue in the battery? I run the ...
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MacBook pro 2012 won't turn on [duplicate]
Hello good day I was using my MacBook pro 2012 this morning and it went off I tried turning it on and plug in the charger but it still isn't turning on so I checked on YouTube for solutions to the ...
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Battery of 2018 MacBook Pro won't charge [duplicate]
Specifically, the battery won't charge when connected via power adapter. If I go to the battery menu in the menu bar, I no longer see an option "Charge to full now" like I used to before. I ...
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Watch battery issues
I have a Series 3 Watch that is about 4 years old (purchased new). I have noticed that when I place it on the Apple charger, it dings, and the green charge symbol comes on as normal. After about 2 ...
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Incorrect battery charge percentages
I bought a new battery for my Macbook. Besides not giving an accurate indication of the battery (due to a calibration issue I guess), it gives a different value to the Mac and the coconutBattery. What ...
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MacBook A1398 has been turned off for years and will not turn on
I’ve got a MacBook A1398 that has been laying around on a shelve for a minimum of 7 years which I’d like to try to revive. I’ve hooked up the MagSafe charger for around 12 hours and keeps showing the ...
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Apple watch battery drain very fast with full max capactity
I got a new Apple Watch Ultra 3 months ago. During the last half-month, I have not worn it and recharged it regularly. In the first 2 months, I can use it without recharging for two days at least.
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Why is my iPhone phone app causing poor battery performance all of a sudden?
I'm running iOS 16.5.1. In the last couple of days, my normally battery-efficient phone has been running out of battery in less than 6 hours, even with Low Power mode enabled. Today the battery ...
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Mac Pro M1 (2022) doesnt charge via USB-C - sometimes
I have a problem with my Macbook pro M1 14" 2022 model. I use it on my desktop and to combat the issue of few usb (A) ports, I have it connected to a (branded) docking station (Fujitsu USB Port ...
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How to check the battery health of a Magic Mouse 2? [duplicate]
No I do not want to see the 'percent charge' left (which is all that gets returned when trying to google this)
In the same way as you can see the 'battery health' for an iPhone, I would like to see ...
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Can I turn my old iPhone into a stationary iOS hub?
I want to turn my old iPhone Xr into a permanent iOS hub on the wall in my bathroom. I have an HomePod mini already but I feel that I also need a screen there to check the weather, reminders and ...
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2019 MacBook Pro not charging after battery replacement (charged once)
I have a 13” 2019 MacBook Pro. The battery needed to be replaced so I ordered a non-OEM battery and swapped myself. Everything went smooth, no issues whatsoever. I reattached the bottom case and ...
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Battery not charging on MacBook Pro (mid-2012)
Seems to be a common problem, but so far, I haven't found a solution.
I have a mid-2012 MacBook Pro 15" running OSMojave 10.14.6. The battery I'm currently using has seen days, but all sysinfo ...
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Is my iPad Air 4 battery problem hardware or software related?
I got a used iPad Air 4 off from eBay, for an arguably great price, but without warranty: shame on me!
In principle it works great, but there is a thing concerning the battery lifetime that puzzles me:...
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How to get a notification when MacBook battery needs to charge?
I get no notifications whatsoever regarding the battery levels before my MacBooks die. What setting do I need to enable in System Settings to get a notification when a MacBook battery needs to charge?
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Does a powered USB device draw power from the MacBook battery or power outlet when the MacBook is plugged in?
I have a few USB devices that are powered by USB. When my MacBook is on battery I assume the draw from USB device is from the only power source, the battery of the MacBook. When the MacBook is plugged ...
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AirPods battery never 100% again
I have my first-gen AirPods now for a couple of years and I have been noticing for some time that my AirPods aren't able to be fully charged to 100% again. Here is a screenshot of my AirPods not ...
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