Apple has released a Battery Update for MacBook and MacBook Pro computers, the update is said to provide improved battery functionality.
The update affects most Intel-based notebooks, including:
- MacBook
- MacBook (Late 2006)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch Glossy)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch Core 2 Duo)
- MacBook Pro (17-inch)
- MacBook Pro (17-inch Core 2 Duo)
Apple has offered a Support Page to help identify faulty batteries and what to do.
Macworld has also posted a statement from Apple regarding the update, apparently the update is to help remedy poor battery performance and is not related to safety issues.
"We have issued a software update that is designed to improve battery performance, and consumers can receive a new battery free of charge if their battery continues to have performance issues after installing the software update, even if their computer is out of warranty," said Apple in a statement provided to Macworld.