MacBook Battery Draining Too Fast?

Published: 30th of May, 2023

Ahoy, fellow explorers! It's Maria here again, navigating you through the riveting rapids of MacBook battery life.

Noticed your MacBook's battery dipping faster than a canoe in a whirlpool? Worry not! It's quite a common sight. Today, we're going to explore the reasons behind this and find a safe passage through.

Apps: The Energy Guzzlers

Your battery is often drained by power-hungry apps running in the background. Be sure to close unused apps to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. High-performance apps like video editing software, graphic design tools, and games can exhaust your MacBook's battery fast and are the first things you should completely close (⌘ + Q, or menubar > Quit) once you've finished working with them.

Brighter Than a Summer's Day

Screen brightness is a silent battery muncher. While we love a vibrant screen, dim it a notch or two when possible. Your battery will appreciate the reprieve.

Watch Your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while indispensable, can be a drain on your battery. Switch them off when not in use. It's a small step that makes a big difference.

Keeping Your Mac Shipshape

Ensuring your Mac is up-to-date and free from malware is also crucial. It's like keeping your canoe or boat in top shape for an adventure. You can use the free Spyware Doctor scan to check for malware, keeping your MacBook's performance optimal.

Assessing Your Battery Health

Now, let's talk about how to check your MacBook's battery health. While MacOS's built-in tools provide useful insights, I've found that iBoostUp's Battery Health function is an even better compass.

iBoostUp gives you a comprehensive look into your MacBook's battery health and it's free! Navigate to iBoostUp's download page to get this handy tool.

Just like piloting a canoe through exciting river currents, maintaining your MacBook's battery health is all part of the journey. So until our next encounter, let's keep that MacBook of yours in peak condition.

Remember, the most thrilling adventures can be found both in the great outdoors and in the digital realm!

Adventures Ahead,
 ❤️ Maria