should i leave my macbook pro plugged in all the time
I have a new MacBook Pro M3 2023. Should I leave it plugged in all the time?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15
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HanifMojt wrote:
I have a new MacBook Pro M3 2023. Should I leave it plugged in all the time?
The rule of thumb—if you are near the mains leave it plugged in, if you need the portability then run on the battery only—this is how you optimize your battery charging and extend the working life of your battery by reducing the cycle count.
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Determine battery cycle count for Mac laptops - Apple Support
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