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    Looking to replace my battery, cheaper alternatives than Apple?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Chris27, Aug 14, 2010.

  1. Chris27

    Chris27 Notebook Deity

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    I'm getting a "service battery" warning on my 2008 15" MBP and its only holding like a 75% charge. I'm about to go back to school so I'm looking into replacing the battery. Replacement batteries are sold by apple for $130 + tax and this seems a bit steep. I'm sure there has to be cheaper alternatives. Anyone have experience using 3rd party batteries? I can also get an Apple battery for $108 from Amazon but can I go cheaper?
     
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  2. MrSneis

    MrSneis Notebook Consultant

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    At my local fry's they sell third party batteries, but they are still around $100 or so. Your best bet is probably ebay/amazon; they run around $40-60 iirc. I would still recommend a first party battery though.
     
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