Hypo: Current MBP batt. goes bad: can I upgrade to the new one?

It seems that the new MBP batteries last and hour or 2 long than my old current one. This may be due the the new MBP's being more efficient, but I it is not, is a battery upgrade plausible?

Hi Appellee,
As I understand it the battery in the new 17" model is the same capacity as the one in the previous one, so, even if it did fit it would be unlikely to provide improved battery life. The batteries in the 13 and 15" models are of slightly higher capacity than their predecessors (again, I don't know if they would fit the 2009 machines, but I doubt it).
Most of the change in battery life (probably all of it on the 17" model) is down to the new processors and other refinements to power usage. There are some swings and roundabouts, though. In a few circumstances they can apparently actually use more, rather than less, power, with a consequent negative impact on charge longevity.
http://www.anandtech.com/show/3659/apples-15inch-core-i5-macbook-pro-the-one-to- get provides useful information about power matters, and other questions concerning the new models.
Cheers
Rod

Similar Messages

  • I have the old ipod touch, can i upgrade to the new one and just pay the difference?

    I have the ipod touch 2 and i bought it used a couple of months ago from Apple. I want to tak it in to apple and return it and get the new Ipod Touch and just have to pay the difference, is this possible?

    Apple has a recycle program, but it will only give you 10% of a new iPod. Your best bet is to sell the existing iPod and use the proceeds to purchase a new unit.
    Stedman

  • I have an a faulty iPhone 5 1GIG. Can I replace with the new one?, I have an a faulty iPhone 5 1GIG. Can I replace with the new one?

    Hi there,
    Currently, I have an a faulty iPhone 5 1GIG. Can I replace with the new one?, I have an a faulty iPhone 5 1GIG. Can I replace with the new one?

    Key in your iPhone serial number here, if iPhone is one of them, they will repair for free:
    https://ssl.apple.com/support/iphone5-sleepwakebutton/

  • I'm running Snow Leopard, do I have to upgrade to maverick or can I just upgrade to the new one?

    I'm running Snow Leopard, do I have to upgrade to maverick or can I just upgrade to the new one?

    If your Mac's compatible with Yosemite, you can upgrade directly to it.
    (116191)

  • My macbook pro got so many scratches and dents, i just want to know that how i can replace it with the new one?

    my macbook pro got so many scratches and dents, i just want to know that how i can replace it with the new one?

    Sell the Old one... Buy a New one...

  • I have final cut pro 7 can i upgrade to the new pro x or it has to be a fresh installation

    i have final cut pro 7 can i upgrade to the new pro x or it has to be a fresh installation

    There is no upgrade. It's a separate application.

  • I have a white macbook purchased early 2008. I'm updated to ver. 10.6.8 can I upgrade to the new mountain lion and will it operate?

    I have a white macbook purchased early 2008. I'm updated to ver. 10.6.8 can I upgrade to the new mountain lion and will it operate?

    It doesn't appear to be Mountain Lion compatible. See below.
    Your Mac must be one of the following models:
    iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
    MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
    MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
    MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
    Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
    Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)
    Xserve (Early 2009)

  • Can i upgrade to the new subscription by paying th...

    I subscribed for unlimited india calling on april 2012 for one year.
    Now I can see lot other countried are added in to the plan, can I upgrade to the newer plan by paying the difference

    Hi Marcello,
    first of all: WELCOME TO THE DISCUSSIONS!
    No to both of your questions:
    No, you cannot clone the PPC hard disk to a new Intel disk. The systems are completely different.
    No, you don't have to reinstall all your software manually.
    You have to install Tiger from the install DVD that shipped with that MacBook Pro. You CANNOT use any other install disk, so take care you don't damage it! Once this is done you can transfer all your data, applications and settings from the old computer using the migration assistant in /Applications/Utilities.
    Be aware that there might be problems with applications that are not universal binaries and require Rosetta emulation: Intel-based Mac: Some migrated applications may need to be updated.
    If this answered your question please consider granting some stars: Why reward points?

  • I just bought my iMac 2 days before the new iMac was launched. Is that possible that I can replace it with the new one?

    I just bought my iMac 2 days before the new iMac was launched.
    Is that possible that I can replace it with the new one?

    You can return a computer within 14 days of purchase for a refund.
    http://www.apple.com/legal/sales_policies/retail_us.html - Returns in the USA:  iPhones within 30 days, other items within 14 days.
    Do you really mean an iMac2?  If you do you're about 10 years too late in wanting to return it.  I guess if you do have an iMac2 then it makes sense you posted on the iMac(PPC) forum since this one is for models at least 6 years old.

  • Thinking about replacing my sons old ipod with the new fifth genertation.can i just sync the new one with the computer so he doesn't lose what he currently has stored on his old one

    how do i transfer whats on the old ipod with the new one, do i just sync

    It is as little more complicated than that. See:
    iOS: Transferring information from your current iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to a new device

  • Using firefox version 10.5.8 now-can I upgrade to the new operating system?

    I'm still using the firefox version 10.5.8 operating system and now my comuter is freezing up and now working well with some web sites.
    I use my computer for work and have so many documents I can't afford to lose informaiton.
    Help please... is there a way I can upgrade to the newer operating system without putting my documents at risk?

    Tinacoffee,
    Firefox is a browser; do you mean that your MacBook Pro currently has Mac OS X 10.5.8 (“Leopard”) as its operating system?
    If you can’t afford to lose your documents, have you been making regular backups of your MacBook Pro’s internal disk to date?
    You can upgrade your MacBook Pro to at least Snow Leopard (Mac OS X 10.6.8). Depending upon which model you have, you could potentially upgrade it to the current version, Mavericks (OS X 10.9.2), but you’ll need to get to 10.6.8 before you can upgrade any further. You can do that by purchasing the white retail Snow Leopard DVD, installing Snow Leopard, and then running Software Update to get to 10.6.8. Note that if you currently depend upon any PowerPC applications, they will not work on versions of OS X later than 10.6.8. You might also need to upgrade its installed RAM to ensure good performance on a newer operating system.
    Before you do any operating system upgrade, be sure that you have made a backup of your valuable documents.
    Note that your current freeze up could be resolvable without having to upgrade your operating system. Would you prefer to stay with Leopard and resolve the freeze, or would you prefer to upgrade to a newer operating system?

  • Can I upgrade to the new MacBook Pro from PowerBook copying the hard disk?

    I have a Power Book G4 17", now I'm going to buy a new MacBook pro 17" and want to transfer the same software (I mean the whole content of my actual HD) to the new MacBook Pro using SuperDuper!
    I want to know if the Intel based MacBook Pro can run the same operating system configured in the PowerBook or I must install first the Mac OSX on the new MacBook pro and then reinstalla manually all the applications/documents?
    Marcello
    PowerBook G4 17"   Mac OS X (10.4.8)  
    PowerBook G4 17"   Mac OS X (10.4.8)  

    Hi Marcello,
    first of all: WELCOME TO THE DISCUSSIONS!
    No to both of your questions:
    No, you cannot clone the PPC hard disk to a new Intel disk. The systems are completely different.
    No, you don't have to reinstall all your software manually.
    You have to install Tiger from the install DVD that shipped with that MacBook Pro. You CANNOT use any other install disk, so take care you don't damage it! Once this is done you can transfer all your data, applications and settings from the old computer using the migration assistant in /Applications/Utilities.
    Be aware that there might be problems with applications that are not universal binaries and require Rosetta emulation: Intel-based Mac: Some migrated applications may need to be updated.
    If this answered your question please consider granting some stars: Why reward points?

  • I m using a MAc 4.1 and can't upgrade to the new OS Maverick,,Have 2 gb onboard

    I tried tomupgrade to the new OS Maverick and it rejected my upgrade..
    I am using mAc 4.1 with 2 gb onboard..
    Any advise will do cause i dont want to upgrade my ram if not needed cause it is quite costly and my Mac was bought cheap
    as i ma learning to use Apple products...If cant be resolved might consider to buy a new Laptop..
    See what advice i can get..

    FrankieOng wrote:
    I tried tomupgrade to the new OS Maverick and it rejected my upgrade..
    I am using mAc 4.1 with 2 gb onboard..
    Any advise will do cause i dont want to upgrade my ram if not needed cause it is quite costly and my Mac was bought cheap
    as i ma learning to use Apple products...If cant be resolved might consider to buy a new Laptop..
    See what advice i can get..
    Your computer does not meet the minimum system requirements.  There isn't anything you are going to be able to do to get it to work.  The lowest model that can run it is 5,1 you MacBook is too outdated to be able to run Mavericks.

  • Can you upgrade to the new iMovie if originally from an iLife disk?

    I have a MacBook Pro early 2011 model. It came with the mac app store, and the iLife dvd which contained iMovie/iPhoto. Can I still update to the new releases of iMovie and iPhoto for free or do I have to buy them all over again through the Mac App store.

    Yes. See this Apple article - http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5975
    Best of luck.

  • Hello.  I have Adobe Captivate 6 and wanting to upgrade.  How can I upgrade to the new Captivate 8 since I do not have 7 or access to 7?  Doesn't make since I'd have to buy another full version opposed to simply upgrading what I have.  Please help.

    How can I upgrade Adobe Captivate 6 without purchasing the full version of the new Captivate 8?
    I'm told that the window of opportunity to upgrade to 7 was short and now that 8 is out i cannot leap from 6 to 8.  Doesn't make since that I'd have to buy a full version of a program I already own.
    Can anyone help me with a simple upgrade possibility?

    It stinks that there isn't an upgrade option from 6, but it's due to the new subscription option for Captivate which actually ends up being far cheaper for you in the long run. Captivate 7 came out a little over a year ago the upgrade for that was the same as the 7 to 8 upgrade. As the upgrade is $400 and a subscription is only $20 per month, or $240 for a year, you'll end up saving money should the next upgrade come out in another year.

Maybe you are looking for

  • Generic Object Services - Relationships

    Hello Everyone, In 4.6c when i go to VA02 Transaction, i see in the top left corner GENERIC OBJECT SERVICES BUTTON. This button has options like Create Attachment, Private Notes, Send Object with Note, Relationships, etc. Using one of the button in t

  • Compile multiple forms or reports

    I have almost 100 forms and 100 reports developed in 6i. Now I need to compile these in 10g. How can I compile several forms or reports by a single command in 10g. Please help me.

  • Photoshop Elements 3 Won't Open

    I have previously been able to open PSE 3 with the new MacPro and 10.4.7, but it now refuses to open. I have reinstalled PSE 3 and repaired permissions, but no success. Any suggestions?

  • ETO/CTO Scenario for S&OP

    Does anyone have experience/input for integrating Engineer to Order / Customer to order scenario in S&OP. We are looking at following key areas where inputs are required: - This is project system based scenario where products are manufactured in Proj

  • My ipod keeps pausing by its self

    my ipod keeps pausing by its self and i cant get it to stop. It usually does it when i am walking with it or if i change the volume but it will just play normally if i leave it alone. I dont know what to do to fix it and it is starting to get annoyin