Check battery stock for MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) replacement

Hi team,

I have a Genius Bar appointment at Apple Robina regarding a battery replacement for my MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015, Model A1534).

As this model is classified as vintage/obsolete, could you please help check if Apple Robina (or the warehouse) still has the required battery component in stock to fulfill this service?

I would like to confirm this beforehand to avoid unnecessary travel to the store if the part is unavailable.

Thank you!

MacBook, macOS 11.7

Posted on Aug 13, 2026 3:39 AM

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Posted on Aug 13, 2026 10:50 AM

From what I've seen on this forum, I'm doubtful an Apple Store will actually perform any repairs in the store although this could vary by location as it seems they mail it to their mail-in repair depot. Even if repairs are performed at the store, it is doubtful they will have any parts in stock at the store and would need to request a part from their regional warehouse.


Plus if this actually a 2015 model, those were discontinued back in April 2016 and is considered "Obsolete" according to MacTracker app. Apple does not perform repairs on products classified as "Obsolete" although Apple's documentation at one time mentioned battery replacements could go for as long as 10 years after a product being discontinued, but I have never seen this happen for anyone as they do have in the fine print "as long as parts are available".

Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty - Apple Support


I think at this point if you need a battery for this laptop, then you will need to source one from OWC or iFixIt. However, the quality of third party Lithium Batteries is extremely poor even when purchased from even these two respected vendors. With many of these Apple laptops professional installation of the battery is recommended to prevent accidental damage and to ensure battery "calibration" is carried out properly.


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Aug 13, 2026 10:50 AM in response to Tien-Hui

From what I've seen on this forum, I'm doubtful an Apple Store will actually perform any repairs in the store although this could vary by location as it seems they mail it to their mail-in repair depot. Even if repairs are performed at the store, it is doubtful they will have any parts in stock at the store and would need to request a part from their regional warehouse.


Plus if this actually a 2015 model, those were discontinued back in April 2016 and is considered "Obsolete" according to MacTracker app. Apple does not perform repairs on products classified as "Obsolete" although Apple's documentation at one time mentioned battery replacements could go for as long as 10 years after a product being discontinued, but I have never seen this happen for anyone as they do have in the fine print "as long as parts are available".

Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty - Apple Support


I think at this point if you need a battery for this laptop, then you will need to source one from OWC or iFixIt. However, the quality of third party Lithium Batteries is extremely poor even when purchased from even these two respected vendors. With many of these Apple laptops professional installation of the battery is recommended to prevent accidental damage and to ensure battery "calibration" is carried out properly.


Aug 14, 2026 10:58 AM in response to Tien-Hui

...could you please help check if Apple Robina (or the warehouse) still has the required battery component in stock to fulfill this service?


Remember we are not Apple but other end users like you. We have no way to check anything like this. Apple won't see your question in this user-to-user setting.


I agree with HWTech that you may be told "too old." Models for which Apple provides battery serve are also listed in the cost estimator on this page:


Apple Service and Repair for Mac Laptops - Apple Support


which shows the only Macbook they still service is the 2017 model:




Check battery stock for MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2015) replacement

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