Great info. I used to disconnect it and reconnect it when it hit at least 50%. Now I know its ok to leave the mac connected. I'm a music producer, so I'm using pretty much high consuming power apps. Leaving it connected at 100% sounds like a good relief to save up battery cycles.
i think it is only a good idea if you run catalina or newer and then are able to configure the software settings to maximize battery life while constantly plugged in.
Brand new 2015 MBP purchased in 2017 mostly (85%) used plugged into wall developed bulged batteries in late 2020. Charge cycle count was 26. I bought a replacement battery from AliExpress and replaced it myself (very easy if you DON’T follow the ifixit method). Maybe I didn’t use the Mac enough or, maybe I didn’t maintain the charge correctly but it’s all good now. I needed to use the Mac while I waited for the new battery to come so I opened the case, pierced the battery wrapper to release the internal pressure and continued using while closely monitoring the battery for a few weeks. I had no problems but changed the battery just as soon as could. That’s my story 👍
Why didn't RUclips recommend me this video earlier, this is so useful and every MacBook owner should watch this video! I always use my MacBook plugged in all the time, except I need to bring to my kitchen for recipe.
My MacBook Pro is almost 12 years old. When I was at my desk I had it plugged in, otherwise on battery. It has around 1200 cycles on that battery and still has 83% capacity left.
A friend of mine used to work without the battery on his laptop, I told him about the actual batteries technology to protect them from overcharging. I used to work with my laptop connected to power all day and guess what ? My battery broke down in less than a year. So I don’t know what to believe now !
this!!! that's what happened to my iphone 5 years ago. it was very healthy but when i heard that it extends battery life to reduce the number of charge cycles (i.e. keep it plugged in, within months, the battery killed itself
my 2015 macbook pro 13" retina has a cycle count limit of 1000 and mine is at 34, is that good news for me? i am 74 and hardly leave the house so it is plugged in all the time. just wanted to say i wish they made them like mine again id buy another one in a minute with all those ports. what i loved is it took me about 20 min to put a ssd in it and i loved it more. also just wanted to say awhile back i saw your fly over of where you live man it looks like Heaven, don't ever leave it was beautiful. thanks for all the videos you share with us.💚🍏
Hey Gary, I have one question - so you mentioned it's good to leave it plugged in if it's convenient while you are using your laptop, but what about leaving it plugged in throughout the day if you're not using it? I usually unplug and shut down my MacBook after I'm done using it, but should I keep it plugged in if it's just sitting on my desk? Or is it better to let it sit without constant charging?
Yes, leave it plugged in if you aren't using it and it is convenient. That way it is fully charged when you start using it again. Why not? And why are you shutting it down at all? There's no reason to shut it down. See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html
macmostvideo I just want to make sure that leaving it plugged in while it’s fully charged doesn’t in some way degrade the battery. And I only shut it down when it’s not plugged in, if I put it to sleep and open it the next day the battery is much less than before. When I shutdown the battery stays preserved. However if my laptops plugged in I don’t bother to shut it down, just sleep
@@BaHahaA4 No, it does not. Most people leave it plugged in. How else would you do it? Set an alarm and wake up in the middle of the night to unplug it when you think it is charged? It is expected that you plug it in, let it charge, and then leave it plugged in without a worry. Put it to sleep at night, leave it plugged in.
Very helpful, thanks. This makes me more confident in purchasing a Macbook. (Other channels are insisting that leaving it plugged in will damage the battery.)
You are the best! I just got my MacBook Pro other day and I get a lot of misinformation out there ie: let the battery keep on moving so plug in and unplug such and such- I am already at 4 cycles! I got 996 cycles left and I plan to use this MBP for 10 years like the last one I had albeit I had to replaced the battery last year. Thanks for the most credible advice!
I love your videos, you are so pleasant to watch and listen to, just so calm and your explanations are very thorough, not convoluted with unnecessary info. You’re the best 👍
Hey Gary, excellent video and great info. I just got a brand new MacBook 16 and want to make sure it stays in good shape. I am confused as I have found several people suggesting to not leave the Mac on charging. I found your explanation to make more sense since its all about the cycle counts. Can you still clarify this for me :) Appreciate your time
This is such a comforting video with all these different info about how to charge a Macbook battery. I dunno if you can still read this but I’m concerned that my Macbook’s battery health is at 75% just after 2.5 years and chose to always plug in because I use it like a desktop more often than not. I use it just for Adobe and CAD software and watching random videos. Is there something wrong with what I’m doing?
I see so many people asking about the battery still. Why are people so skeptical about keeping it plugged in while using it? I’m also skeptical about it, I’ll be using it for a game here and there and using it for hours on end. It’d be completely fine, to keep it plugged in? Wouldn’t it heat up faster?
I've been using MBPs since 2008 and I almost never unplug while I'm using it. The only time I unplug it is when I go to sleep at night, I take it in my room with me. And obviously, when I go places, I might use it on battery power. But at home, under normal circumstances, I use it plugged in. And I have NEVER had a probem with any of my battieries.
Thanks a ton for the info Gary. I bought the MBP 16 inch a week ago and it is showing 11 cycle counts already! This is primarily due to the fact that i let the battery go all the way down to 5% and then plug it in. So now, if i keep my MBP plugged in all the time (or as much as possible) the will it decrease the cycle count? or in other words, will it slow down the increase of cycle count if i keep it plugged in even at 100% charged? Your thoughts on this will be highly appreciated.
Charge it when its below 25 % and unplug it when it reaches 75 % This way your battery wont get damaged quickly. Also keep a track of cycle count. You cannot decrease or stop cycle count it will keep on increasing and keeping it plugged in will damage battery soon You can stop your cycle count charging it till 100 percent anf using it plugged in all the time This damages battery anf you will be left with a desktop like macbook. Its not worth to buy laptop when you are using like desktop always plugged in
Would it add any benefit or be safer if I use the MacBook all day plugged in but then unplug it when I turn it off for the night, then replug it when using it again in the morning?
No benefit. Use it unplugged when you need to. Use it plugged when it is convenient. Plug it in when not using it unless you are unable. Let the battery take care of itself.
i just got the new MBP 2020 13" and you convinced me to keep the charger plugged in. My old MBP Early 2015 had a bulge. So I might replace it soon. Thanks for the info
My MacBook Air battery lasted 3 years with only about 300 cycles on the darn thing. Took it in to Apple and had to shell out close to $180 to get a new one replaced. The only thing I can thing of that may have hurt the battery was I played some games on Windows which quickly discharged the battery. Still though, it shouldn't toast a MacBook battery IMHO.
My late 13 mbp is on 1.100 cycles and it says replace soon but it lasts 4 hours on battery power, which seems way too much for me. Do I need to replace it?
I found this information very helpful, thank you, but I am trying to find similar advice for iPhones and iPads. There is plenty of advice on RUclips but which is reliable? Can you point me in the right direction for advice about using an iPhone while it is charging please? Thanks again for your excellent videos.
You can definitely use your iPhone while charging if you have to. Lots of people do that all the time. Wear out the cables fast though (since you are moving while using the phone) but those are cheap.
@@macmost The Sun newspaper: TAKE A BREAK Warning for iPhone users as ‘battery killer’ mistake is putting huge strain on your device Charlotte Edwards, Senior Technology and Science Reporter 17:00, 30 Jun 2022Updated: 17:11, 30 Jun 2022
@@richardhowells1543 Searching on that it comes with with a very sketchy article that doesn't even seem to be written by a person (same article published with different writers elsewhere). Definitely bad advice from a badly written article with no real source or justification.
Thanks for this great video. how about the clamshell mode. I use my MacBook Pro 15" 2017 in the clamshell mode most of the time. Do you think is going to affect battery life long term? I also experienced that connecting MacBook to an external monitor with an opened Lid, will heat up your mac and will damage many internal components such as CPU, GPU, and battery.
Hey Gary, I have a MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015) It is always plugged in sitting on a metal stand with an external monitor plugged in. I have noticed the keyboard is starting to bulge in the middle! The battery cycle count is only 27 Condition is normal but the Amperage (mA): is -2312 Should I consider replacing the battery? I'm concerned of a fire happening! Your thoughts or input would greatly be appreciated. Thank you.
My MacBook Pro a1708 has almost 3500 cycles and about 70% of health. I thought about replacement when cycles was about 2000, but it still works, so now I wonder how long it will last)
hey so its ok I use my MacBook Pro 2020 while its charging right, also lets say I work in my bedroom for online classes but when I want to watch tv is downstairs. so do I leave it plugged in until I come back up, or what
Is "overcharged" a thing for these macbooks? example: charging the macbook overnight, will it damage the batteries? anddd does it apply with iphone as well? Thanks in advance :) great content! very informative.
Not sure what you mean. Typically, you wouldn't use any of those "plugged in." Otherwise, you should have just bought wired versions. For those items, use them until it tells you to connect to charge. They charge fast. Or, you could charge them when you like (every Sunday night for instance, if you like schedules).
@@macmost To be more precise. Asking if the cycle count and battery life in all Apple battery containing devices is the same, or if accessories such as a keyboards or trackpads occasionally need to be completely discharged? Or for that matter was the compete discharge thing always a myth rather than a fact?
@@mysticdanielclay They do not need to be completely discharged. The complete discharge thing had some basis back when we used Ni-Cad batteries. All devices today use Lithium-Ion.
You should put your MacBook to sleep more often than not when not in use, lots of maintenance tasks run in the background when asleep. You can also shut it down once or twice a month.
If its the battery is 100% and you shut down your mac and after few hours you start using it again,it is ok to plug in again even is still the battery is 100%?
I just had my battery replaced today. Had disconnected to battery for a week because it bulged up...good thing it didn't explode. Thanks for the video!
No. Your Mac regulates battery charging so having it plugged in all the time won't do that. Age, number of cycles, heat (temp of environment), temperature variation (of environment) and luck are major factors.
Watch the video. I talk about that. Might as well have it plugged in while at your desk. No reason to every shut it down, just use sleep so it can do maintenance while sleeping.
@@macmost Great! Thanks a lot for the quick response Really appreciate it mate. Recently came across your channel. Genuine and informative stuff. Keep it up. Cheers
Hi! So is it ok for my MBP 16" to be plugged in all the time while using it? Will, it not degrade my battery and be ac power-dependent in the long run? But it would still be counting its battery cycles? Thanks in advance!
Yes. If you have it plugged in, you are not using battery cycles. The battery still won't last forever, but it will on average last longer than if you are using the battery when you don't need to.
@@macmost sorry that I have a lot of questions, this is my first time to have a MBP. I observed that my MBP battery is draining even tho it is plugged in and when I check the power information, it has a negative amperage. Is it normal? Thank you again! You are very helpful especially with new users like me.
@@rebs0313 It won't continuously "pull" energy when plugged in. It will allow a small drain and then charge up again. Don't obsess about the little details like the "amperage" and such. Let your Mac and its software handle the details and you enjoy using it and getting work done.
What if my laptop is always on my desk plugged in? I use it daily just always plugged in at my desk. Will it degrade the battery if I never unplug it ?
@@macmost I see. I thought the cycle count is how many times you use 100% of your battery. That’s why I keep on charging my macbook below 100% to decrease the cycle count.
@@SuperGandacious That doesn't make any sense. If you change to 80% and use it to 30% that half a cycle. But if you charged to 100% and used it to 50% that would be exactly the same thing. If you really want to improve your battery longevity, just let the macOS battery health systems do it and don't micromanage it. Just use your MacBook. Plug it in when you are near power and it is convenient. Use it on battery when that is more convenient. Use your MacBook, don't let it use you.
Hello gray, my 2015 MBP faced some battery issues, it shows service recommended but cycle 514. Even if I unplugged or if 60-70% charge then not opened. When I plug this then it’s open and continue to charge. SMC already done. Will you please suggest what I will do?
Thanks for your great video... I have 2019 MacBook Pro and I was just watching RUclips video while it was plugged in and I realized that it got very hot... is it normal?
Hard to say as it depends what else is going on with your MacBook Pro -- other apps, background tasks, battery charging, etc. But it monitors and manages heat so you don't have to worry about it too much.
So you're telling me. I can keep my 16" MBP plugged into the wall 24/7 for years and then unplug it after like 3 years and the built in battery would work perfectly fine and be at the same rated 10 hours of web browsing as new??? The battery doesn't become dependent on the power outlet?
Well, it would still be a 3-year-old battery. So maybe not perfectly like new. But it would be in a lot better shape than a 3-year-old battery that was discharged and charged any times, sure.
Is it best in the long run if I put my MacBook Pro to sleep or shut it down? I use my mac everyday and I only do some light web surfing and some coding now and then
I own a Mack book pro 13, 2012, and the battery doesn’t hold its charge, sometimes I t is charge at night, and in the morning it is discharge, could this be a faulty battery?
Yes! The batteries on the new M1 Macs should last significantly longer because they last much longer on a charge and therefore go through battery cycles less. But, the M1 Macs still use the same lithium-based battery tech in past Intel macs.
@@hamzaedd3602 Depends on the condition of the battery and what you are doing on your Mac during that time. Editing 4K video or playing a game will use a lot of power and could last 1-2 hours or less. Reading an ebook will use little power and could last for 4, 6, 8 or even more hours.
I just talk to the apple support, they told me that is best not to charging while using the MacBook Pro this will damage the batteries? they advice me to charge completely and unplug to use the MacBook Pro .
That's completely wrong. Someone from Apple told you that? That is horrible advice and goes against many things Apple says. Using it plugged in is perfectly fine and is how many (most?) people use their MacBooks every day.
That means the battery is discharging. Normal if you are using the battery or if you are pugged in and at or near 100% so it is not currently charging.
Should I be worried if the mac accidentally died 2 times? Both times happened when I was in class and wasn’t paying attention to the percentage of the battery, I really regret it 😬
50% is comfy for battery, 100% is not. So I wonder what's really better: Waste battery cycles by charge and discharge or battery health by letting it plugged in? Hm.
@@macmost i'd like to know how to play games while not harming my macbook, and is it fine to play while plugging in the charger to avoid damaging my battery? does gaming affect the life span of my mac? ... etc. thanks for reading and replying to my comment :)
Aren't fully charged and nearly depleted batteries aging more quickly for modern batteries? Even Tesla suggested that people should not fully charge their electric cars. Sony also suggested that people should charge camera batteries half full if they plan on not using them for some time. The number of cycles is just one of the indicators. It is not the fully story.
But macOS is doing this for you. That's part of battery management. It is already not changing all the way up, but to a level that will maximize battery life. You don't need to do anything manually. Just like macOS handle it.
@@macmost Do you have articles from Apple stating this is how they manage the batteries? Other companies who do that would usually give users choices to opt in or opt out.
@@kdlin1 Yes. It is easy to find. Apple really pushed this as a new feature when it came out last year or the year before. The article also tells you how to turn it off. That's easy to find too, in System Preferences, Battery, Battery (on the left) and then uncheck Optimized Battery Charging. support.apple.com/en-us/HT211094
@@macmost Thanks Gary. Your videos are very informative! Maybe you can do a video about new Mac restore and recovery in Big Sur? Time Machine cannot restore the whole Mac anymore. One has to restore the OS first. There seems to be different scenarios. A video to clarify restore and recovery would be very useful!
@@kdlin1 Hard to do since trying out restores would mean wiping one of my Macs over and over. Myself, I haven't done a "restore the whole machine" in more than a decade. No point to it. Just restore macOS in recovery mode and then use Time Machine to get your documents back.
Hi Gary. Thanks for your video! With my macbook pro 2017 13 inch top specs (at least during that time *lol*) I had a "maintain" battery message appearing about a month ago and today it just disappeard. As per one of your video describitions my under about this mac the cylce messages indicate 300 and the condition it says it is good. Furthermore the app battery monitor is telling me that the current battery capacity is 75% with 3240 mHa. I feel like the battery runs out too quick eventhough for example I would not run any applications. Can you please tell me what I should do? Do I really have to go Apple (genius bar) as long as I still have the warranty active or won't they eveny replace it? Thanks for your help and have a wonderful day. :)
Harm? You don't harm it with normal use. It is a tool, use it as you need and let the battery management hardware and software deal with it. Driving your car will wear it out over time, but there's no point to buying a car to just leave it in the garage.
@@macmost Thank you for your reply. That's what I thought as well. But then last week I was talking with an Apple retailer in my country and he said that I shouldn't discharge the battery to below 20% because doing so would deteriorate the battery faster. Then I found your channel and let me say this, changed my perceptions about MacBook completely! Thank you very much!
False. Keeping it plugged in does not reduce the battery's lifespan. The opposite is true as you would be using the battery more without it plugged in. That is fine if you need to use it away from power as that is why you bought a MacBook, right? But keeping it unplugged for no reason when power is available will just use the battery more and shorten the lifespan of the battery.
@@macmost when you keep it plugged in it will constantly top it off to 100%, if the battery level drops. It’s never good to have Lithium Ion batteries at a constant 100%, it will shorten their life this is a fact. Doesn’t matter if it’s a computer, a phone or even an electric vehicle.
Im sorry im just curious can you answer this please, so i have macbook air 2017, it's about 10% and i charge it, but i forgot to unplug it, so my macbook is charged like 4-5 hours and im afraid it will destroy the battery, this is the first time im 'overcharge' my macbook, im so scareddd😭😭
@@macmost really? Cause I know you should absolutely use it 99% if possible PLUGGED IN. - but that means when you turn it ON and Use it. So it always strays on 100% by the way I have a 2021 MacBook m1 Pro. even unplugged its 100% next day. I also turn it completely off every night. But shut completely down and leave it plugged??? doesn't lead that to battery damage? I think I watched soooo many videos that I can say (they weren't talking about this particular theme) BUT for me from what I've learned it makes sense that the battery gets harmed.. by the time .. even if it bypasses it.. or NO? PLEASE LET ME KNOW SO I CAN IMMEDIATELY START TO USE MY MAC RIGHT ☺️ THANK YOU SO MUCH!
@@cesuryavuz3469 If you are using your MacBook plugged in all the time, then why unplug it at night? And why shut it off at night? (See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html) Leaving it plugged in while working and then unplugging it at night -- no need for that. You should let it sleep at night and keep it plugged in all the time if you like. Let the system manage the battery. It will manage it properly if you don't get in the way like that.
@@macmost Another important question that APPLE couldn't answer me: Does MacBook Pro M1 Pro 2021 cool better open or closed while GPU Intense (Gaming etc.) Work? - Cause open just the area of the chip gets hot and the Fan under the display is the same open or closed.. BUT - The Display gets also pretty Hot (Warm) when I close the Lid because of the CONTACT. So what would you recommend me? Leaving it while lets say "Gaming" open to cool or can I close the lid. Im thinking for the Future.. maybe its not good if the Display also gets very Warm over several Hours.... because when the lid is Open the display has of course no contact and stays cool. Just the Mac itself gets hot. What would You recommend me?
@@cesuryavuz3469 I don't think it matters. If a Mac gets too hot it warns you and shuts down, but I doubt you will ever see that with the M1. The fan vents out the back, so open or closed doesn't matter. Maybe just make sure nothing is blocking those fan vents.
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I was hesitant to use my mac while charging. Now im good. Thank you!
Do some reasearch about the optimal conditions for lithium batteries to remain healthy.
Great info. I used to disconnect it and reconnect it when it hit at least 50%. Now I know its ok to leave the mac connected. I'm a music producer, so I'm using pretty much high consuming power apps. Leaving it connected at 100% sounds like a good relief to save up battery cycles.
It will wear ur battery even more
i think it is only a good idea if you run catalina or newer and then are able to configure the software settings to maximize battery life while constantly plugged in.
Gary is such a fountain of information. Thank you, Gary!!!
Brand new 2015 MBP purchased in 2017 mostly (85%) used plugged into wall developed bulged batteries in late 2020. Charge cycle count was 26. I bought a replacement battery from AliExpress and replaced it myself (very easy if you DON’T follow the ifixit method). Maybe I didn’t use the Mac enough or, maybe I didn’t maintain the charge correctly but it’s all good now.
I needed to use the Mac while I waited for the new battery to come so I opened the case, pierced the battery wrapper to release the internal pressure and continued using while closely monitoring the battery for a few weeks. I had no problems but changed the battery just as soon as could.
That’s my story 👍
Why didn't RUclips recommend me this video earlier, this is so useful and every MacBook owner should watch this video! I always use my MacBook plugged in all the time, except I need to bring to my kitchen for recipe.
Gary, I just found MacMost....absolutely love your content! Keep up the great work.
My MacBook Pro is almost 12 years old. When I was at my desk I had it plugged in, otherwise on battery. It has around 1200 cycles on that battery and still has 83% capacity left.
A friend of mine used to work without the battery on his laptop, I told him about the actual batteries technology to protect them from overcharging. I used to work with my laptop connected to power all day and guess what ? My battery broke down in less than a year. So I don’t know what to believe now !
this!!! that's what happened to my iphone 5 years ago. it was very healthy but when i heard that it extends battery life to reduce the number of charge cycles (i.e. keep it plugged in, within months, the battery killed itself
my 2015 macbook pro 13" retina has a cycle count limit of 1000 and mine is at 34, is that good news for me? i am 74 and hardly leave the house so it is plugged in all the time. just wanted to say i wish they made them like mine again id buy another one in a minute with all those ports. what i loved is it took me about 20 min to put a ssd in it and i loved it more. also just wanted to say awhile back i saw your fly over of where you live man it looks like Heaven, don't ever leave it was beautiful. thanks for all the videos you share with us.💚🍏
Hey Gary, I have one question - so you mentioned it's good to leave it plugged in if it's convenient while you are using your laptop, but what about leaving it plugged in throughout the day if you're not using it? I usually unplug and shut down my MacBook after I'm done using it, but should I keep it plugged in if it's just sitting on my desk? Or is it better to let it sit without constant charging?
Yes, leave it plugged in if you aren't using it and it is convenient. That way it is fully charged when you start using it again. Why not? And why are you shutting it down at all? There's no reason to shut it down. See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html
macmostvideo I just want to make sure that leaving it plugged in while it’s fully charged doesn’t in some way degrade the battery. And I only shut it down when it’s not plugged in, if I put it to sleep and open it the next day the battery is much less than before. When I shutdown the battery stays preserved. However if my laptops plugged in I don’t bother to shut it down, just sleep
@@BaHahaA4 No, it does not. Most people leave it plugged in. How else would you do it? Set an alarm and wake up in the middle of the night to unplug it when you think it is charged? It is expected that you plug it in, let it charge, and then leave it plugged in without a worry. Put it to sleep at night, leave it plugged in.
Very helpful, thanks. This makes me more confident in purchasing a Macbook. (Other channels are insisting that leaving it plugged in will damage the battery.)
You are the best! I just got my MacBook Pro other day and I get a lot of misinformation out there ie: let the battery keep on moving so plug in and unplug such and such- I am already at 4 cycles! I got 996 cycles left and I plan to use this MBP for 10 years like the last one I had albeit I had to replaced the battery last year. Thanks for the most credible advice!
so glad for your site! thank you algorithm!
I love your videos, you are so pleasant to watch and listen to, just so calm and your explanations are very thorough, not convoluted with unnecessary info. You’re the best 👍
Good solid advice. A welcome change to some of the rubbish information available online. Nicely presented with reasoning behind your recommendations.
Hey Gary, excellent video and great info. I just got a brand new MacBook 16 and want to make sure it stays in good shape. I am confused as I have found several people suggesting to not leave the Mac on charging. I found your explanation to make more sense since its all about the cycle counts. Can you still clarify this for me :) Appreciate your time
This is such a comforting video with all these different info about how to charge a Macbook battery. I dunno if you can still read this but I’m concerned that my Macbook’s battery health is at 75% just after 2.5 years and chose to always plug in because I use it like a desktop more often than not. I use it just for Adobe and CAD software and watching random videos. Is there something wrong with what I’m doing?
I see so many people asking about the battery still. Why are people so skeptical about keeping it plugged in while using it? I’m also skeptical about it, I’ll be using it for a game here and there and using it for hours on end. It’d be completely fine, to keep it plugged in? Wouldn’t it heat up faster?
Is it better to keep mac in sleep mode or should I shut down if I use the Mac 3 times a week
I've been using MBPs since 2008 and I almost never unplug while I'm using it. The only time I unplug it is when I go to sleep at night, I take it in my room with me. And obviously, when I go places, I might use it on battery power. But at home, under normal circumstances, I use it plugged in. And I have NEVER had a probem with any of my battieries.
Thanks a ton for the info Gary. I bought the MBP 16 inch a week ago and it is showing 11 cycle counts already! This is primarily due to the fact that i let the battery go all the way down to 5% and then plug it in. So now, if i keep my MBP plugged in all the time (or as much as possible) the will it decrease the cycle count? or in other words, will it slow down the increase of cycle count if i keep it plugged in even at 100% charged? Your thoughts on this will be highly appreciated.
Charge it when its below 25 % and unplug it when it reaches 75 %
This way your battery wont get damaged quickly.
Also keep a track of cycle count.
You cannot decrease or stop cycle count it will keep on increasing and keeping it plugged in will damage battery soon
You can stop your cycle count charging it till 100 percent anf using it plugged in all the time
This damages battery anf you will be left with a desktop like macbook.
Its not worth to buy laptop when you are using like desktop always plugged in
Gary what year starts "modern" batteries in Macbook Pros? Thanks for these informative videos.
Anything with a Lithium-Ion battery. That goes back at least 10, probably 15 or more years.
Would it add any benefit or be safer if I use the MacBook all day plugged in but then unplug it when I turn it off for the night, then replug it when using it again in the morning?
No benefit. Use it unplugged when you need to. Use it plugged when it is convenient. Plug it in when not using it unless you are unable. Let the battery take care of itself.
@@macmost Hi garry you're confusing me with the comments please say in short CAN WE USE MACBOOK PLUGGED IN DAILY IN MY DESK WHEN I UES UT YES / NO 🙏🙏🙏
@@fero___3005 Yes.
i just got the new MBP 2020 13" and you convinced me to keep the charger plugged in. My old MBP Early 2015 had a bulge. So I might replace it soon. Thanks for the info
Cracking information, all Mac users should subscribe and learn. I learn every single time. Thanks very much Gary.
Should I plugged in my M1 MacBook Pro when using it? Is that good keeping it plugged in all day? Please advice.
My MacBook Air battery lasted 3 years with only about 300 cycles on the darn thing. Took it in to Apple and had to shell out close to $180 to get a new one replaced. The only thing I can thing of that may have hurt the battery was I played some games on Windows which quickly discharged the battery. Still though, it shouldn't toast a MacBook battery IMHO.
My late 13 mbp is on 1.100 cycles and it says replace soon but it lasts 4 hours on battery power, which seems way too much for me. Do I need to replace it?
I found this information very helpful, thank you, but I am trying to find similar advice for iPhones and iPads. There is plenty of advice on RUclips but which is reliable? Can you point me in the right direction for advice about using an iPhone while it is charging please?
Thanks again for your excellent videos.
You can definitely use your iPhone while charging if you have to. Lots of people do that all the time. Wear out the cables fast though (since you are moving while using the phone) but those are cheap.
@@macmost Thank you, I was prompted to check by a “news” item that asserted that using an iphone while it is charging will quickly wreck the battery.
@@richardhowells1543 What news item?
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The Sun newspaper:
TAKE A BREAK Warning for iPhone users as ‘battery killer’ mistake is putting huge strain on your device
Charlotte Edwards, Senior Technology and Science Reporter
17:00, 30 Jun 2022Updated: 17:11, 30 Jun 2022
@@richardhowells1543 Searching on that it comes with with a very sketchy article that doesn't even seem to be written by a person (same article published with different writers elsewhere). Definitely bad advice from a badly written article with no real source or justification.
my mac gets really warm while charging though, and i've heard that you should let your mac cool down before using. so what should you do in that case?
Wait for it to cool down?
Hi, I recently bought a MacBook air 2017. What percent should I charge it and what percent should I unplug it? please reply thank you so much
Hey Gary, thanks for the great tips. I was wondering if you power off your MacBook and if so how often ? Thanks!
Never. See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html
hi, im assuming its still the same in 2022? can you leave it plugged in
Thanks for this great video. how about the clamshell mode. I use my MacBook Pro 15" 2017 in the clamshell mode most of the time. Do you think is going to affect battery life long term? I also experienced that connecting MacBook to an external monitor with an opened Lid, will heat up your mac and will damage many internal components such as CPU, GPU, and battery.
I assume that you have your MacBook plugged in, in which case it wouldn't be using the battery.
Hey Gary, I have a MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015) It is always plugged in sitting on a metal stand with an external monitor plugged in. I have noticed the keyboard is starting to bulge in the middle! The battery cycle count is only 27 Condition is normal but the Amperage (mA): is -2312 Should I consider replacing the battery? I'm concerned of a fire happening! Your thoughts or input would greatly be appreciated. Thank you.
hi can i ask if is it okay to always put your macbook to sleep? or should i just shut it down every time i go to bed at night? thank you.
At night, will it make a difference to close the screen, OR should we shut down the MacBook each time?
Just a question, how long should a general laptop battery last before you need to replace it?
My MacBook Pro a1708 has almost 3500 cycles and about 70% of health. I thought about replacement when cycles was about 2000, but it still works, so now I wonder how long it will last)
3500 is rare!
Should you also leave it Plugged in when you turn it Off in the Night ?
hey so its ok I use my MacBook Pro 2020 while its charging right, also lets say I work in my bedroom for online classes but when I want to watch tv is downstairs. so do I leave it plugged in until I come back up, or what
Is "overcharged" a thing for these macbooks? example: charging the macbook overnight, will it damage the batteries? anddd does it apply with iphone as well? Thanks in advance :) great content! very informative.
No. Watch the video. You can't overcharge a MacBook or iPhone. Leaving it plugged in overnight is pretty standard.
@@macmost Thanks!
Does what you say about charging and battery life of laptops apply to iMac keyboards, trackpads and mouses (mice)?
Not sure what you mean. Typically, you wouldn't use any of those "plugged in." Otherwise, you should have just bought wired versions. For those items, use them until it tells you to connect to charge. They charge fast. Or, you could charge them when you like (every Sunday night for instance, if you like schedules).
@@macmost To be more precise. Asking if the cycle count and battery life in all Apple battery containing devices is the same, or if accessories such as a keyboards or trackpads occasionally need to be completely discharged? Or for that matter was the compete discharge thing always a myth rather than a fact?
@@mysticdanielclay They do not need to be completely discharged. The complete discharge thing had some basis back when we used Ni-Cad batteries. All devices today use Lithium-Ion.
Hi! I have a MBP 13" (late 2017 - non touch bar). Is my MBP also count as modern ones that doesn't need to be calibrate? Thanks!
Hi! Should you put your macbook to sleep when you're not using it or you need to shut it down?
You should put your MacBook to sleep more often than not when not in use, lots of maintenance tasks run in the background when asleep. You can also shut it down once or twice a month.
quick, concise and no bullshit. good man.
If its the battery is 100% and you shut down your mac and after few hours you start using it again,it is ok to plug in again even is still the battery is 100%?
If I'm working on a project and the battery runs out, will everything be saved? thanks, Great Video!
It should shut down gracefully. But if you get the warnings that it is about to shut down, then best to save and close the lid.
Gary, So when should I change It up to 100% and then all the way down to 0%. Once every month or once every couple of months? Thanks.
Never. You don't need to do that.
Ryder Cragie oh okay
I just had my battery replaced today. Had disconnected to battery for a week because it bulged up...good thing it didn't explode. Thanks for the video!
What caused that ?
Gary, is plugging macbook pro all the time making the battery swollen? Appreciate for your kind help.
No. Your Mac regulates battery charging so having it plugged in all the time won't do that. Age, number of cycles, heat (temp of environment), temperature variation (of environment) and luck are major factors.
@@macmost thanks a lot. Bless you. Greeting from UK 🇬🇧
So should I keep it plugged in when its sitting at the desk shut down or asleep?
Any answers are appreciated
Watch the video. I talk about that. Might as well have it plugged in while at your desk. No reason to every shut it down, just use sleep so it can do maintenance while sleeping.
@@macmost Great!
Thanks a lot for the quick response
Really appreciate it mate. Recently came across your channel. Genuine and informative stuff. Keep it up.
Cheers
hey! should i charge my macbook while updating the macos software? please reply, im new to macbook!
Sure. Why not? Keep it plugged in when convenient and use the battery when that makes sense. Watch the video for the general idea.
Hi! So is it ok for my MBP 16" to be plugged in all the time while using it? Will, it not degrade my battery and be ac power-dependent in the long run? But it would still be counting its battery cycles? Thanks in advance!
Yes. If you have it plugged in, you are not using battery cycles. The battery still won't last forever, but it will on average last longer than if you are using the battery when you don't need to.
Hi@@macmost! I do have another question if you don't mind. Is it ok for the MBP to be plugged in even tho it is folded and not turned off?
@@rebs0313 Of course it is OK. That is how everyone does it. Why wouldn't that be OK?
@@macmost sorry that I have a lot of questions, this is my first time to have a MBP. I observed that my MBP battery is draining even tho it is plugged in and when I check the power information, it has a negative amperage. Is it normal? Thank you again! You are very helpful especially with new users like me.
@@rebs0313 It won't continuously "pull" energy when plugged in. It will allow a small drain and then charge up again. Don't obsess about the little details like the "amperage" and such. Let your Mac and its software handle the details and you enjoy using it and getting work done.
What if my laptop is always on my desk plugged in? I use it daily just always plugged in at my desk. Will it degrade the battery if I never unplug it ?
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Gary, if I charged my Mac up to 100% and then used 10% to 90% and then charged it back up to 100% and I did this 10 times will that count as a cycle?
Yes.
@@macmost how about if I charged my mac below 100%.(let’s say 80-95%) and used it to 30-50% will that count as a cycle as well?
@@SuperGandacious Just do the math. Going from 80% to 30% is a 50% drop, so that would count for half a cycle.
@@macmost I see. I thought the cycle count is how many times you use 100% of your battery. That’s why I keep on charging my macbook below 100% to decrease the cycle count.
@@SuperGandacious That doesn't make any sense. If you change to 80% and use it to 30% that half a cycle. But if you charged to 100% and used it to 50% that would be exactly the same thing. If you really want to improve your battery longevity, just let the macOS battery health systems do it and don't micromanage it. Just use your MacBook. Plug it in when you are near power and it is convenient. Use it on battery when that is more convenient. Use your MacBook, don't let it use you.
Hello gray, my 2015 MBP faced some battery issues, it shows service recommended but cycle 514. Even if I unplugged or if 60-70% charge then not opened. When I plug this then it’s open and continue to charge. SMC already done. Will you please suggest what I will do?
If it says "service recommended" then you should get it serviced. No other thing to so.
Thanks for your great video... I have 2019 MacBook Pro and I was just watching RUclips video while it was plugged in and I realized that it got very hot... is it normal?
Hard to say as it depends what else is going on with your MacBook Pro -- other apps, background tasks, battery charging, etc. But it monitors and manages heat so you don't have to worry about it too much.
I heard new macbook pro try charging on the right side and see if not as hot from left side. let me know. I have 2019 mac pro also.
Hi Mr.Garry What is the meaning of Power source : Power adaptor ?means laptop battery system bypasses the power to power adaptor ?
which OS are you using that supplies that message?
So you're telling me. I can keep my 16" MBP plugged into the wall 24/7 for years and then unplug it after like 3 years and the built in battery would work perfectly fine and be at the same rated 10 hours of web browsing as new??? The battery doesn't become dependent on the power outlet?
Well, it would still be a 3-year-old battery. So maybe not perfectly like new. But it would be in a lot better shape than a 3-year-old battery that was discharged and charged any times, sure.
@@bitcoincafe This has nothing to do with when the chemicals in a Lithium-Ion battery suffer that fate.
get the aldente app and set the maximum charge to like 50% to keep the battery life. full Charge and discharge once a monts if its always plugged in
Is it best in the long run if I put my MacBook Pro to sleep or shut it down? I use my mac everyday and I only do some light web surfing and some coding now and then
Sleep! See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html
macmostvideo thankyou Gary! Great help
Very helpful, thank you
Earned my sub, thank you, Gary!
I own a Mack book pro 13, 2012, and the battery doesn’t hold its charge, sometimes I t is charge at night, and in the morning it is discharge, could this be a faulty battery?
Faulty? No. It is 8 years old. Probably time for a new one that's all. 8 years is pretty good.
Is it the same on new M1 versions?
Yes! The batteries on the new M1 Macs should last significantly longer because they last much longer on a charge and therefore go through battery cycles less. But, the M1 Macs still use the same lithium-based battery tech in past Intel macs.
Great information!! Thank You
Answered my questions.
Thanks sir
Mr gary thx for ur vids i have a qts, when u’re speaking abt modern macs is MBP 2015 included? When it comes to using it plugged in.
Yes. 2015 is pretty modern. 1990-2007 would be old.
macmostvideo thank u very much how much can i expect as battery autonomy for such laptop (MBP 2015 13”) coz i want purchase one ?
@@hamzaedd3602 I don't know what you mean by "battery autonomy"
macmostvideo i meant how much time can i expect if the laptop is not plugged in?
@@hamzaedd3602 Depends on the condition of the battery and what you are doing on your Mac during that time. Editing 4K video or playing a game will use a lot of power and could last 1-2 hours or less. Reading an ebook will use little power and could last for 4, 6, 8 or even more hours.
Yayyyy you answered to every questions I have
Great info!!! thanks
My macbook was charged at 98% last night and when i woke up today its was charged to 100% and i did mot even plugg it in??? Is tjat a problem
Thanks. How about a new one for iPhone batteries?
The advice is more-or-less the same: use as convenient and plug it in all night to charge. But I'll consider doing a video specific to iPhone. Thanks!
I just talk to the apple support, they told me that is best not to charging while using the MacBook Pro this will damage the batteries? they advice me to charge completely and unplug to use the MacBook Pro .
That's completely wrong. Someone from Apple told you that? That is horrible advice and goes against many things Apple says. Using it plugged in is perfectly fine and is how many (most?) people use their MacBooks every day.
@@macmost that is what they told me. I will check with them again. Do Apple have information about charging the macbook while using it. ?
Can u explain, how about ampere if its (-)minus?
That means the battery is discharging. Normal if you are using the battery or if you are pugged in and at or near 100% so it is not currently charging.
Thank you. 🙏 good video
Should I be worried if the mac accidentally died 2 times? Both times happened when I was in class and wasn’t paying attention to the percentage of the battery, I really regret it 😬
thanks!
50% is comfy for battery, 100% is not. So I wonder what's really better: Waste battery cycles by charge and discharge or battery health by letting it plugged in? Hm.
i really don't think anybody has come up with a definitive answer, dagnabit.
Thanks bro ❤️
We need a video about gaming on macbooks
That's a big topic. What specific question did you have?
@@macmost i'd like to know how to play games while not harming my macbook, and is it fine to play while plugging in the charger to avoid damaging my battery? does gaming affect the life span of my mac? ... etc.
thanks for reading and replying to my comment :)
@@karimashmawy987 I too have the same question , please do answer
Guys I need help my Mac says battery not charging power source adapter, although I haven’t connected it . It’s got the white battery charging symbol
what about storing it for 4 months not being used
so basically, keep it plugged in
mine says normal but has 1149 cycles
Aren't fully charged and nearly depleted batteries aging more quickly for modern batteries? Even Tesla suggested that people should not fully charge their electric cars. Sony also suggested that people should charge camera batteries half full if they plan on not using them for some time. The number of cycles is just one of the indicators. It is not the fully story.
But macOS is doing this for you. That's part of battery management. It is already not changing all the way up, but to a level that will maximize battery life. You don't need to do anything manually. Just like macOS handle it.
@@macmost Do you have articles from Apple stating this is how they manage the batteries? Other companies who do that would usually give users choices to opt in or opt out.
@@kdlin1 Yes. It is easy to find. Apple really pushed this as a new feature when it came out last year or the year before. The article also tells you how to turn it off. That's easy to find too, in System Preferences, Battery, Battery (on the left) and then uncheck Optimized Battery Charging. support.apple.com/en-us/HT211094
@@macmost Thanks Gary. Your videos are very informative! Maybe you can do a video about new Mac restore and recovery in Big Sur? Time Machine cannot restore the whole Mac anymore. One has to restore the OS first. There seems to be different scenarios. A video to clarify restore and recovery would be very useful!
@@kdlin1 Hard to do since trying out restores would mean wiping one of my Macs over and over. Myself, I haven't done a "restore the whole machine" in more than a decade. No point to it. Just restore macOS in recovery mode and then use Time Machine to get your documents back.
Hi Gary. Thanks for your video! With my macbook pro 2017 13 inch top specs (at least during that time *lol*) I had a "maintain" battery message appearing about a month ago and today it just disappeard. As per one of your video describitions my under about this mac the cylce messages indicate 300 and the condition it says it is good. Furthermore the app battery monitor is telling me that the current battery capacity is 75% with 3240 mHa. I feel like the battery runs out too quick eventhough for example I would not run any applications. Can you please tell me what I should do? Do I really have to go Apple (genius bar) as long as I still have the warranty active or won't they eveny replace it? Thanks for your help and have a wonderful day. :)
I would take it to the Genius Bar, yes. Especially if you still have AppleCare+ right now.
macmostvideo thanks!✌️
I always use my mackbook pro plugged in , and the battery cycle still continues
I have a MacBook air 2018, when I plug it, the lightning icon appears but it says 'battery is not charging'. What should i do?
Something is wrong with either the charger or your battery. Make a Genius Bar appointment.
Does discharging the battery below 20% often harm the MacBook battery?
Harm? You don't harm it with normal use. It is a tool, use it as you need and let the battery management hardware and software deal with it. Driving your car will wear it out over time, but there's no point to buying a car to just leave it in the garage.
@@macmost Thank you for your reply. That's what I thought as well. But then last week I was talking with an Apple retailer in my country and he said that I shouldn't discharge the battery to below 20% because doing so would deteriorate the battery faster. Then I found your channel and let me say this, changed my perceptions about MacBook completely! Thank you very much!
You are providing some false information too. Keeping the computer plugged in a lot, reduces a Lithium Ion batteries lifespan.
False. Keeping it plugged in does not reduce the battery's lifespan. The opposite is true as you would be using the battery more without it plugged in. That is fine if you need to use it away from power as that is why you bought a MacBook, right? But keeping it unplugged for no reason when power is available will just use the battery more and shorten the lifespan of the battery.
@@macmost when you keep it plugged in it will constantly top it off to 100%, if the battery level drops. It’s never good to have Lithium Ion batteries at a constant 100%, it will shorten their life this is a fact. Doesn’t matter if it’s a computer, a phone or even an electric vehicle.
You are a GOD bro!
got my answer lol
So I have been doing this all wrong.
Im sorry im just curious can you answer this please, so i have macbook air 2017, it's about 10% and i charge it, but i forgot to unplug it, so my macbook is charged like 4-5 hours and im afraid it will destroy the battery, this is the first time im 'overcharge' my macbook, im so scareddd😭😭
NO. You can't "overcharge" your battery. Many people use their MacBook plugged in all the time. Many more plug them in overnight.
Is it a bad idea to farm crypto with a new MacBook Pro? Is there a safe way to do it?
Should you also leave it Plugged in when you turn it Off in the Night ?
Yes. That's ideal. Plug it in at night when you are sleeping, so it is charged up and ready for your day in the morning.
@@macmost really? Cause I know you should absolutely use it 99% if possible PLUGGED IN. - but that means when you turn it ON and Use it. So it always strays on 100% by the way I have a 2021 MacBook m1 Pro. even unplugged its 100% next day. I also turn it completely off every night. But shut completely down and leave it plugged??? doesn't lead that to battery damage? I think I watched soooo many videos that I can say (they weren't talking about this particular theme) BUT for me from what I've learned it makes sense that the battery gets harmed.. by the time .. even if it bypasses it.. or NO? PLEASE LET ME KNOW SO I CAN IMMEDIATELY START TO USE MY MAC RIGHT ☺️ THANK YOU SO MUCH!
@@cesuryavuz3469 If you are using your MacBook plugged in all the time, then why unplug it at night? And why shut it off at night? (See ruclips.net/video/FsrTpEuXEtc/видео.html) Leaving it plugged in while working and then unplugging it at night -- no need for that. You should let it sleep at night and keep it plugged in all the time if you like. Let the system manage the battery. It will manage it properly if you don't get in the way like that.
@@macmost Another important question that APPLE couldn't answer me: Does MacBook Pro M1 Pro 2021 cool better open or closed while GPU Intense (Gaming etc.) Work? - Cause open just the area of the chip gets hot and the Fan under the display is the same open or closed.. BUT - The Display gets also pretty Hot (Warm) when I close the Lid because of the CONTACT. So what would you recommend me? Leaving it while lets say "Gaming" open to cool or can I close the lid. Im thinking for the Future.. maybe its not good if the Display also gets very Warm over several Hours.... because when the lid is Open the display has of course no contact and stays cool. Just the Mac itself gets hot. What would You recommend me?
@@cesuryavuz3469 I don't think it matters. If a Mac gets too hot it warns you and shuts down, but I doubt you will ever see that with the M1. The fan vents out the back, so open or closed doesn't matter. Maybe just make sure nothing is blocking those fan vents.