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Old Feb 16, 2019 | 7:57 pm
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Originally Posted by aztimm
So I've replaced the battery in my 2011 MacBook Air at least twice now (maybe 3x?). A new battery will give the machine some life for a few months, then it seems to fade.

Is it time to look for a new machine?
You've gotten 8 years out of it .. a testament to SSD, I suppose. That's excellent for a laptop.

I'd say it's time to retire it and not bother with another battery replacement, especially given the other issue you mentioned.

-David
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