Computing 12 years ago Apple Confirms $US179 Battery Swap Cost for 17′ MacBook Pro Wilson Rothman We just confirmed with Apple that swapping out the 17/” MacBook Pro’s non-removable battery will cost $US179 including labour. Fortunately, says Apple, the swap might not be needed for a long time:
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