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so what's the deal with MBP 17" battery life?
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I think you can get it replaced by Apple. Maybe even yourself. I do know that it definitely is not as easy as the MB or MBP.
I'm interested in the MBP 17" but read that the battery is not user changeable... will this affect it's lifespan / resale value in the future? what happens when the battery needs replacement?
Think about the iPods and the iPhone. It's exactly the same.
The battery has a warranty period. It can get replaced for free during that period. If you're out of the warranty, you have to pay.
It won't affect resale value. It does mean that if you resell it, the person will get a weaker battery...
You can still unscrew the bottom panel and remove the battery via a few screws. Its not as easy as pulling a lever but you can still remove it.
If this battery lives up to Apple's claimed performance, it should be a success. Applecare and overall condition will effect resell value more than anything. Considering the price of this machine, battery replacement is not that bad @ $179.
if you go to apples website you can see the little nifty video of the 17" where it explains more on the new battery.
the battery can take a huge amount of charges, more so than the batteries from the previous models.
the lifespan has increased and you shouldnt (technically) have problems for a good amount of usage. something around the 5 year mark.
also, if something does need to get fixed, im sure the apple elves are capable enough.
the battery can take a huge amount of charges, more so than the batteries from the previous models.
the lifespan has increased and you shouldnt (technically) have problems for a good amount of usage. something around the 5 year mark.
also, if something does need to get fixed, im sure the apple elves are capable enough.
It says somewhere in the Apple support site that changing the battery yourself would void the warranty on your computer as it isnt considered user serviceable, which really is stupid considering:
1) Its such a simple procedure, is Apple calling us stupid?
2) Apple plans to charge so much for a replacement and im sure there will be cheaper 3rd party alternatives coming along sometime.
3) It kind of reduces our free consumer choice.
1) Its such a simple procedure, is Apple calling us stupid?
2) Apple plans to charge so much for a replacement and im sure there will be cheaper 3rd party alternatives coming along sometime.
3) It kind of reduces our free consumer choice.