Name: MacBook Air 13" A2179 (2020) Battery Replacement
Brand: Apple Macbook Laptop
SKU: 49647405498646
Price: 145.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

No account yet?

Registering for this site allows you to access your order status and history. Just fill in the fields below, and we’ll get a new account set up for you in no time. We will only ask you for information necessary to make the purchase process faster and easier.

Create an Account

We are closed Friday 5th June.

We will reopen at 8:30 on Monday.

Thank you for your understanding.

4.8 Google Rating

600+ Customer Reviews

Liverpool Street, London

Same-day repairs available

MacBook Air 13" A2179 (2020) Battery Replacement

—

★★★★★ 4.8 Google rating · 600+ reviews

How would you like your device repaired?

Walk-in appointments are available at our Liverpool Street workshop. Mail-in is available UK-wide.

How quickly do you need it?

Choose a drop-off appointment or an available express slot.

Make the most of your repair

Optional additions that make sense to include while your device is already open.

No optional extras are available for this repair type.

No extras needed? That's fine — tap Continue.

Book your appointment

Pick a slot from our booking calendar, add your repair to cart, or do both at once.

First name Email address

Issue description (optional)

✓ 6 month warranty — if anything goes wrong, we fix it free.

🔒 Your data stays safe — we never factory reset your device.

⏱ Same-day walk-in or tracked return for mail-in.

MacBook Air 13" A2179 (2020) Battery Replacement

Compatible models: A2179, EMC 3598

The MacBook Air 13-inch A2179 is the last Intel MacBook Air, released in early 2020 with a Retina display, True Tone and Touch ID. It uses a 49.9Wh battery and charges through either of its two USB-C Thunderbolt 3 ports. Intel efficiency is lower than Apple Silicon, and tasks such as video conferencing, browser-heavy workflows and external display use place real demands on the battery. After four to five years of this pattern, capacity loss becomes a practical problem rather than a statistic.

Turnaround: Same day where possible, subject to stock and workload
6-month warranty on the replacement battery
Walk-in near Liverpool Street Station or use our UK mail-in service

Signs your MacBook Air 13" A2179 battery may need replacing

The Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 processors in the A2179 draw more power under load than their Apple Silicon successors. Users moving from this machine to an M-series Mac often notice the battery difference acutely. On the A2179 itself, demanding tasks accelerate degradation.

Battery draining significantly faster than it used to
Device shutting down unexpectedly, particularly at lower charge percentages
Only running reliably when connected to power throughout the day
Battery percentage dropping suddenly or behaving inconsistently
MacBook running warmer than usual during normal tasks
Screen lifting slightly from the chassis (can indicate a swollen battery, book as soon as possible)
True Tone display behaving inconsistently when running on battery power alone
Go to Apple Menu > About This Mac > System Information > Power, then check Cycle Count and Condition

What is included

Safe removal of the bottom case and existing battery
Fitting of a quality replacement 49.9Wh battery cell
Post-repair charging and power stability checks
Full function test covering power, USB-C charging, keyboard, trackpad and display
6-month warranty on the replacement battery

How to confirm your model

Go to Apple Menu > About This Mac > System Report > Hardware Overview to check your model identifier.

This repair covers: A2179, EMC 3598.

The model number is also printed on the underside of the machine near the hinge. If you are unsure, bring the MacBook in and we will confirm the model before starting any work.

The A2179 charges via USB-C on either port. If charging only works on one of the two ports, the faulty port may need separate repair. We will assess both during the appointment.

Our repair process

Book or drop in: Book online or visit us near Liverpool Street Station. Mail-in customers can send their MacBook from anywhere in the UK by tracked post.
Assessment: We inspect the machine before starting. If we find anything unexpected, we tell you before proceeding.
Battery replacement: We remove the bottom case, extract the old battery and fit the replacement, then reassemble and reseal carefully.
Testing: Full post-repair checks covering power, charging and all core functions before the machine is returned.
Collect or return post: Pick up in store or we return your MacBook by secure tracked post.

Why choose Square Repair?

Established repair centre near Liverpool Street since 2015
6-month warranty on every battery replacement
No data loss, battery replacement is a hardware-only procedure
Post-repair testing before handover on every job
Transparent pricing with no hidden charges
Walk-in and UK mail-in options available

Before you book

If the chassis is bent or the machine has been previously opened, we will advise on any complications before starting
If there has been liquid exposure, a battery replacement may not resolve all issues. We confirm our findings before proceeding
If the screen is lifting slightly from the chassis, book as soon as possible. This can indicate a swollen battery that needs urgent attention
If the machine is completely dead, we carry out a diagnosis before confirming the repair

Related MacBook Air 13" A2179 repairs

Book your repair

Walk-ins are welcome during opening hours near Liverpool Street Station. For mail-in repairs, place your order online so we can track your MacBook from arrival. Any questions about the battery options for your MacBook Air 13" A2179? Contact us and we will help.