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Can you find me a deal on an authentic Apple battery for my MacBook Pro?

Jan 17, 2011 2:02 AM

My ancient MacBook Pro Core Duo (notice there's no "2" in there) battery lasts about 35 minutes now, and I really don't feel like dropping $130 on one at the Apple store for a laptop that's probably only worth about $50 now.

Apple Battery A1175 - I don't have any swelling or other justifiable reason to get Apple to replace it for free.

I figure this model is old enough that SOMEBODY out there has some that they're willing to sell for cheap that have never been used before.

durkzilla durkzilla

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Is there a reason you want an OEM part and not something like this?

http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple_laptop/batteries/MacBook_Pro_15

I can vouch for OWC. I've bought from them for many years. Great customer service. They've supported woot through sponsored deals and side deals over the years.

marcoselmalo marcoselmalo
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I think you might be slightly off on what it is worth, too.

http://bit.ly/e1mzbl (ebay link)

crap! just search for completed auctions on ebay for Mac Book Pro and check the Core Duo filter. Your MBP is probably worth at least $200 -$300.

marcoselmalo marcoselmalo
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If you finish off the battery you get a replacement? If yes http://lockergnome.net/questions/97898/how-do-i-kill-my-laptop-s-battery

caffeine_dude caffeine_dude
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@caffeine_dude: No - there was a batch of bad batteries when this model first came out that Apple replaced free of charge.

durkzilla durkzilla
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@marcoselmalo: Looks like they are out of stock. I'll keep an eye on that site and hopefully they'll get more.

Most of the third-party batteries I've seen have horrendous reviews, which is why I was trying to find an authentic Apple battery.

Of course, many of the "real" batteries being sold by third parties are not really new anyway.

Thanks for the link!

durkzilla durkzilla
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@durkzilla: iirc, the Nu Power batts are slightly better than the stock one in terms of amp hours. I didn't notice they're out of stock. Sorry. I believe pending means that a shipment is due and just hasn't arrived yet, but they have a toll free number you can call if you want to check with a human.

marcoselmalo marcoselmalo

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