3 ms·
I have that same laptop (2012 air). It still works fine and my son uses it daily. It's a great little machine apart from the battery life, which is pretty awful
by usefulcat 4y ago
I have that same laptop (2012 air). It still works fine and my son uses it daily. It's a great little machine apart from the battery life, which is pretty awful by modern standards (~5 hours of light use, give or take) even after replacing the battery.
- samstave 4y agoA lot of that generation of Airs have failing batts - my MBP from that era was part of the recall for catching fire, and mine caught fire, but apple refused to replace it due to, after having the machine for two MONTHS to investigate - they determined that one of the moisture sensors was set off, and thus they wouldnt honor the recall for the battery literally catching fire.
- mustacheemperor 4y agoiFixit.com has a great guide to replacing the battery on those units, and will sell you a new one for $70. Could be a great project for you and your son, too! https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Air+13-Inch+Mid+2012+Battery+Replacement/10950 https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Air+13-Inch+Mid+2012+Ba...