My MacBook Air no longer holds power long and I have to have it plugged into an outlet. New Battery needed?
MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.6
Batteries are considered Consumable Products.
Over time it will degrade to a point where it needs to be replaced.
The usage is normal as the capacity will go up and down all the time and never stay always at 100%.
Apple Batteries are rated for 1000 Full Battery Cycles and / or 80% Capacity before needing Evaluation or replacement.
Go to Applications >> Utilities >> System Information >> Battery
On the right - what is listed for Battery Cycles
Yes, I would say so. Not holding a charge for very long is a typical symptom of a failing battery.
Also check your MacBook's battery by using the following process outlined below
Check the condition of your Mac laptop’s battery - Apple Support
Even if your battery doesn't report any issues from the procedure above, it may still require servicing.
Start your support process with Apple at the link below
HoppySue wrote:
My MacBook Air no longer holds power long and I have to have it plugged into an outlet. New Battery needed?
Please quantify "long".
Maybe 5 minutes and then the screen goes black and the I have to plug it in. It operates fine when plugged in.
My MacBook Air does not hold a charge very long without being plugged into an electrical outlet. New battery needed?
