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    95W NuPower
    Battery Replacement Kit

    Mac
    15" MacBook Pro Retina late 2012 to early 2013
    Restore your laptop's battery life
    Yes, it's possible! OWC helps put the power in your hands.
    Ready to take on the removal and replacement of your glued on OEM battery in your 2012-2015 MacBook Pro Retina notebook? This complete DIY tool kit from OWC will help you do just that.

    Includes a high-quality, model-specific battery; comprehensive, model-specific video guidance and award-winning OWC customer support; plus all the tools necessary to get the job done. Everything has been tested for usability and reliability, including the adhesive remover you'll need to lift the OEM battery from its secured position.
    Professional Installation Highly Recommended
    While this upgrade kit itself should not void your warranty, the installation process is very complex and thus it is recommended to be performed by a trained professional. OWC assumes no responsibility for damage that may occur during the install.
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    Product Specifications:

    NewerTech Part Number

    • BAP15MBR95WK

    Apple Equivalent P/N

    • A1417

    Capacity

    • 95 Watt hours

    Battery Technology

    • Lithium-Ion

    RoHS Compliance

    • Yes

    Certifications

    • CE
    Manufacturer provided specifications for Newer Technology p/n BAP15MBR95W UPC#: 811643016859

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    This product is compatible with... Learn how to find your Mac's model ID
    MacBook Pro Retina
    MacBook Pro (15-inch Retina Display 2013)
    (February, 2013)
    Model ID: MacBookPro10,1
    2.4GHz, 2.7GHz, 2.8GHz
    Detailed specs
    Install Videos
    MacBook Pro Retina
    MacBook Pro (15-inch Retina Display 2012)
    (June, 2012)
    Model ID: MacBookPro10,1
    2.3GHz, 2.6GHz, 2.7GHz
    Detailed specs
    Install Videos

    Includes

    • NewerTech NuPower Battery
    • Screwdrivers
    • Safety glasses
    • Plastic card
    • Plastic syringe
    • Adhesive remover
    • Nitrile gloves
    • Procedure towel
    • Nylon probe tool
    • Installation Guide (download only)
    • Battery Conditioning Tips (download only)

    Customer Ratings

    Write a Review 5 / 5 3 out of 3 (100%) reviewers would recommend this product
    Verified Buyer Top 250 Contributor
    Reviewer: GlennC Location: Tucson, AZ Age: 45-54 Experience Level: IT Professional Owned Product: over 6 months
    Rating: 4/5 Laptop Life Extender January 29, 2019 Replaced a battery that was failing at a reported 30% charge. The replacement procedure is quite involved, but if you keep very careful track of the screws, and are willing to spend about 2 hours prying up the battery and cleaning up the adhesive left in the case, the replacement is otherwise straightforward.

    I would recommend this item to a friend! Customer Videos:

    Reviewer: kiweed Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 45-54 Experience Level: Power User Owned Product: 1-3 months
    Rating: 5/5 Great Instruction Video January 15, 2019 I read the warning regarding the difficulty of this upgrade and ordered the battery with some fear. But I have to say the instruction video is fantastic, so if you go slow and follow it step by step, it's not that hard. It is messy though, when you get to removing the adhesive!

    The only extra tip I would give is to use a piece of cardboard (say the box the battery comes in) to push the screws into, grouping them with the components as you remove them.

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 74 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012 - Early 2013). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: notpeter
    Rating: 5/5 Looks intimidating, but just required patience December 31, 2018 Straightforward install especially with the included pentalobe and small torx screwdrivers.

    You basically unscrew/remove the bottom panel, unscrew another dozen and a half internal screws and then use the included spudger to shimmy the white credit card like piece of plastic between the old battery and the aluminum frame liberating the old adhesive. I didn't use the provided acetone solution (not really a fan of the vapors), just look a little more effort but otherwise straightforward.

    Battery recognized by MacOS, works great (see screenshot).

    Full PDF instruction manual is linked on the "Includes" tab or available here: https://www.newertech.com/downloads/Manuals/batts/newertechbatterysheet.pdf

    This review is from NewerTech NuPower 74 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012 - Early 2013). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: cowdogman Location: Issaquah WA Experience Level: Power User
    Rating: 4/5 Satisfied, but... December 3, 2018 Generally very happy with this product (including the very helpful battery replacement video). My one complaint is that the supplied 5 point (pentalobe) screwdriver disintegrated (the points wore off) just as I started buttoning up the computer after the installation of the new battery. Fortunately I was able to find a pentalobe set on Amazon with same-day delivery. Other than that, 5 stars.

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 71 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2013 - 2015). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: Prestige Age: 35-44 Experience Level: Power User Owned Product: less than a month
    Rating: 5/5 Easier to install than I thought November 17, 2018 My original Macbook battery has been gradually getting worse and worse and I always had trepidation replacing the battery myself. It got to the point I had no choice and had to do something. The kit included everything (and more) that I needed and it was far easier than I expected to unglue the outer cells. The hardest part were the center batteries. The step-by-step guide was perfect aside from one thing. When I removed the original battery, it tugged on this little cable that seemed to have bonded to the battery housing over five years. That was the only part that was unexpected.

    Great kit. I am so glad I did it!

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 71 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2013 - 2015). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: KevinBB Location: Houston, TX Age: 45-54 Experience Level: Hobbiest Owned Product: less than a month
    Rating: 5/5 Technical But Good Instruction November 2, 2018 The materials provided and the video guide were excellent. However, this was very involved and took about 3 hours so you need to be confident with your skills to attempt. I'm fairly technically inclined and a professional handyman. I've also installed many parts on my computers. This was a bit nerve racking but the video is really good so I completed it with no problems and my laptop is working great!

    I would recommend this item to a friend! Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: Fabrizio Location: East Awfulgosh MA Age: Over 65 Experience Level: Power User Owned Product: 1-3 months
    Rating: 5/5 Not as hard as I expected August 11, 2018 The video instructions make it very simple, step-by-step.

    It does not take long to do, but the battery calibration procedure will take the machine out of use for quite a few hours. After I had installed and charged the new battery, my wife used the computer until bedtime, following the instructions to turn off all power savers and leave it running. When I checked it next morning, it was still running nearly 9 hrs later!! It did shut off after about 15 min' use, but had to 'rest' in that state 5 hrs for calibration.

    As for procedure, no two people think alike; I would have appreciated a more up-front notice to pay attention to different screw lengths, and which went where. The info was presented on re-assembly, but a little after-the-fact for my liking.

    Other than that, no worries - it went very smoothly. The adhesive remover worked well; took only a little bit. (Now, where can I use the remainder?)

    Best part is I that having fixed the battery, I became my wife's hero... for the moment. ; >)

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 74 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012 - Early 2013). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: Dave419 Location: AZ Age: 45-54 Experience Level: Hobbiest Owned Product: less than a month
    Rating: 5/5 MacbookPro late 2013 replacement battery August 10, 2018 Came exactly as described -came quickly and packed with perfection- with everything necessary to remove the old and install the new (already had the old battery out so I didn't actually need the removal stuff, but it's there if you need). It's been a couple weeks and the battery actually seems to last longer than the original.

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 71 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2013 - 2015). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: ChKen Location: Maine Age: 55-65 Experience Level: Power User Owned Product: less than a month
    Rating: 5/5 Easier than expected... August 9, 2018 ...the difficulty rating had me a little hesitant to take on this project; but now having done it, I found it quite easy. The only tricky part is removing the glue from the battery, and it was not that hard if you've used solvents before. Kit came complete with everything you need. More solvent than you can use.

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 74 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012 - Early 2013). Customer Videos:

    Verified Buyer
    Reviewer: Masqueman Location: Atlanta, GA Age: 45-54 Experience Level: Power User Owned Product: less than a month
    Rating: 5/5 Excellent battery replacement and video instructions July 26, 2018 This battery replacement is listed as "difficult" but OWC makes it as easy as possible with including all the tools, safety gear and battery. It took me about 30 minutes and I was taking my time. This is an EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED kit.

    As usual, the video production showing clear, step-by-step instructions is easy to pause, complete the step and continue. It is paced perfectly.

    I will share a story of what a Mac battery for this laptop will cost. I was first told that the whole back part would have to be replaced and was quoted $350-500!!! The local authorized Apple shop would not touch it because o the adhesive and had to adhere to Apple's replace the top rule.

    This battery replacement was my only viable choice, or replace the computer for a cheaper macbook.

    Concerning the adhesive... my battery barely needed any solvent to remove it. Use as little as possible.

    Thanks OWC. I appreciate the thoughtful and well-designed (and supported) upgrades that nobody else is making. You guys rock!

    I would recommend this item to a friend! This review is from NewerTech NuPower 74 Watt-Hour Battery Replacement Kit for 13" MacBook Pro with Retina Display (2012 - Early 2013). Customer Videos:

    NewerTech 95W NuPower Battery Replacement Kit Mfr P/N: BAP15MBR95W OWC SKU: NWTBAP15MBR95WK A complete kit for the removal and replacement of a mid 2012 to early 2013 15" MacBook Pro Retina battery 1 Year Newer Technology Limited Warranty Ships: 2 Days
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