Q: Applecare and battery
Would I be able to get the battery replaced if it only lasts 2 hours? I bought it in 2014, if that means anything.
Thanks
MacBook Pro (13-inch Mid 2012), OS X Yosemite (10.10.5), null
Posted on Apr 21, 2016 11:30 AM
If the battery is defective, and you have AppleCare, then Apple will replace it for free.
However, a battery is considered a "consumable" item, meaning a depleted battery will not be replaced for free. If the battery is depleted, you will need to buy a new one. Similar to buying batteries for a remote or a car, it will eventually die and need to be replaced.
You will have to take it to an Apple Store to have them determine if the battery is defective or just depleted.
Use THIS article to determine your battery's cycle count. If it is above the cycle count in the article, then it is depleted. If it is far below the cycle count listed, then it may be defective.
Best of luck
(Heads up, you said you bought the computer in 2014 but your profile says it is from 2012. If it's from 2012 your AppleCare will have already expired.)
Posted on Apr 21, 2016 11:58 AM

