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I can totally answer this question for you. I currently have Macbook Pro,2.16G,Intel Core 2 Duo running 4G of RAM. As someone who has used both adapters, the breakdown goes like this:
The 60w Magsafe adapters are for the Macbooks, the 85w for Macbook Pro. Both are interchangeable. Therefore, a 60w can power a Macbook Pro as well as an 85w can power a Macbook the second they're plugged in.
HOWEVER, if you plug a 60w adapter into a MBP, while it will charge and can be used when plugged in, there's a small catch. To be more precise, the MBP is still usable and the battery will charge just a bit slower than if using the 85w. Why is this,you might be asking? Because the Macbook Pro draws more juice than the Macbook and it's drawing power from a lower watt adapter, hence the need for the 85w. You may see your charge reach and hold between 96% to 99%. If you close it,go in sleep mode or shut it down entirely, that usually charges it to a full 100%.
So yes,you can use either adapter for both. The only thing to keep in mind is if you have a Macbook Pro and are using the 60w,you could risk (in time) overheating your computer as well as doing damage to your battery. The Intel chip is smart enough to stop taking in power to charge but the actual adapter IS NOT. It will still continue sending that current to your machine when in use. Now,you're just slowing cooking your laptop. Will any serious damage happen is you're not using the appropriate adapter? Not really but there have been some a few cases out there of people's machines suddenly shutting down due to overheating and battery health going a bit faster than normal. When I switched from a 60w for my MBP to the 85w, I noticed my machine didn't get nearly as hot and my battery life/cycle actually GOT BETTER (about 7% increase) due to having the proper voltage.
If you have a regular Macbook,either one,supposedly,will be fine. A Macbook Pro,you'll still be OK but keep in mind of the potential quirks when using a lower wattage adapter.
Hope this helps.
What else can I help you with?
Does anyone make a Magsafe laptop power supply for my MacBook that I can use on airplanes?
Apple actually makes this part themselves, as they do not license the MagSafe technology out to third parties. You can get the MagSafe adaptor at any Apple store for $49. The part number is MB441Z/A.
Can you use a mac book air charger with pro?
No, you cannot use an Air charger with a Macbook Pro. It has a different power rating (watts). New Macbook Pros and Airs also feature a different, smaller connector for power (Magsafe 2).
What is the extra adapter in mac book pro box for?
The MacBook Pro box should contain: ▪ MacBook Pro ▪ Display cleaning cloth ▪ 60W or 85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord ▪ Install/restore DVDs ▪ Printed and electronic documentation There should not be an extra adapter.
What is a magsafe 2 port?
It is the new charging port for Apple MacBooks.
What is the status of the MagSafe patent and its implications for the future of magnetic charging technology?
As of now, the MagSafe patent is held by Apple, which means they have exclusive rights to the technology. This could potentially limit the development and availability of magnetic charging technology for other devices in the future.
How much is an apple charger worth?
According to the Apple official website, a MacBook a MagSafe power adapter (charger) is worth $79 dollars. An Apple USB power adapter is $29. The USB chord is $19. Although these are official Apple products, I have seen chargers for less than $10 at stores like T.j. Maxx and Amazon.com
Where can someone find more about the Magsafe product?
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Why don't all laptops come with magnetic power connectors?
Because Apple is a power hungry and greedy company that pattented their "magsafe" technology with such a high price tag that no one else would consider paying for it.
What are the slots on a MacBook Pro?
It depends on which model. The 13 inch has a MagSafe power port, gigabit Ethernet port, one FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps), Mini DisplayPort, two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), SD card slot, audio in/out, Kensington lock slot. The 15 inch has the same, but in place of the audio in/out there is a Audio line in and a audio line out. The 17 inch is similar to the 15 inch except instead of two USB 2.0 ports there are three and in place of an SD card slot is an ExpressCard/34 slot. It's all on the Apple website.
Does an iPhone have magnets in it?
Yes, iPhones contain several magnets, especially around the speaker, camera module, and for supporting accessories like the MagSafe charging system. These magnets help with various functions such as securing the phone during wireless charging and for attaching accessories.
How do magnets work in the apple watch?
Magnets in the Apple Watch are used for various functions such as attaching bands securely, activating the sleep/wake feature, and supporting features like compass and MagSafe accessories. The watch uses different types of magnets strategically placed to serve these purposes without interfering with the device's functionality or affecting its components.
How does the mac book air work?
As of April 24, 2013, the MacBook Air is composed of several systems: The display is either 11 or 13 inches. Storage is on flash chips between 64 GB and 265 GB Memory is 4 or 8 GB Available CPUs range from 1.7 GHz dual-core Intel i5 to 1.8 GHz dual-core Intel i5 Weight is either 1.08 kg or 1.35 kg. The graphics chip as the Intel HD Graphics 4000 with 2560 x 1600 pixels The video camera is 720p Ports include USB 3 (2), Thunderbolt (2), SD card slot, MagSafe electrical port, Headphone port, and built in microphone. The OS is OSX 10.8.3 Mountain Lion Wi-Fi is 802.11n Bluetooth 4 Stereo speakers Backlit keyboard Multi-touch trackpad. Software includes iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, Mail, Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Safari, Reminders, Notification Center, Notes, Dictation, iCloud, TimeMachine, FaceTime, Photo Booth, AirPlay, GameCenter, The Mac App Store, iTunes, Gatekeeper, Twitter and Facebook integration. It works great! No DVD drive.
