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What basic and advanced steps can I take to improve my MacBook Pro M1 model battery life ?

Posted on Jan 24, 2021 1:53 PM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2021 7:20 PM

If you mean runtime on a full charge, quit apps you don’t need, avoid streaming video, and turn off radios you aren’t using (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).

If you mean battery lifespan, just plug your Mac in as much as is convenient (using it or not), and your Mac will manage battery health very well.

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