Why does the MacBook Air turn off with a magnet
Its not that important but I was wondering why placing a magnet on the right side of the keyboard turned off the computer
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Its not that important but I was wondering why placing a magnet on the right side of the keyboard turned off the computer
Just to expand on HWTech's correct reply, For years Apple has employed a magnetic based sensor to sense a closed lid. When you close the lid the magnet shifts a metal piece which in turn closes the electrical circuit. When the circuit is closed the computer turns off. If you place a magnet in that location you are closing the circuit.
That sensor is how the laptop knows when the display lid is open or closed.
Why does the MacBook Air turn off with a magnet