Mac Repair London carries out a battery replacement on the MacBook Neo from our Central London workshop, for home users and businesses.
The Neo’s battery is secured with screws, not adhesive, so replacement is quick and low-risk compared with any other current MacBook. Most units are still new, so check warranty coverage first if the battery is misbehaving.
The Neo is the first recent MacBook where the battery can be replaced without any glue at all. That lowers the risk and the labour cost of the job.
About this model: The MacBook Neo is Apple’s low-cost laptop, launched in 2026 with the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro. It’s the most repairable MacBook in years: the battery is held by screws rather than glue, the keyboard can be replaced on its own, and the USB-C ports sit on separate small boards.
Signs it needs a battery replacement
- Battery draining fast
- Not charging
- Swelling after damage
- Unexpected shutdowns
How we do it
Before quoting, we check the battery’s cycle count and condition, and test the charger and charging port, because a charging fault can look exactly like a dead battery.
On this model the battery is screwed in rather than glued, which makes replacement clean and low-risk.
Once it’s in, we run a charge and discharge check, confirm macOS reports the battery as normal, and send the old one for recycling.
At a glance
| Years | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro, fanless, 8GB memory |
| Storage | Soldered to the logic board |
| Memory | Unified memory inside the chip package (not upgradeable) |
| Battery | Screwed in (no glue) |
| Power / charging | Two USB-C ports on replaceable boards |
Before you bring it in
Check System Information (or System Settings > Battery on newer macOS) for the cycle count and condition, and jot them down. If the case is bulging, stop charging it and bring it in straight away.
Which model do you have?
This page covers the MacBook Neo (13-inch, A18 Pro, 2026) (MacBook Neo (13-inch, A18 Pro, 2026)). Open the Apple menu, choose About This Mac, then More Info or System Report. The A-number is also printed in small text on the underside. Not sure? Bring it in and we’ll identify it for you.
Price
We give you a fixed quote for your exact model after a free initial assessment, before any work starts. All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
My Mac might still be under warranty. Should I come to you?
If the fault is a manufacturing defect and your Mac is within Apple’s warranty or AppleCare+, Apple is usually the cheapest route and we’ll tell you so. Accidental damage, spills and anything outside cover is where we can help, often faster.
How long will the new battery last?
A new battery should give you close to the run time it had when new, and typically lasts several years with normal use. Keeping it away from long periods at 100% charge and high heat helps it age more slowly.
Will my data be safe?
Yes. We don’t wipe your Mac unless you ask. On this model the storage is encrypted and tied to its original board, so we never swap the board without explaining what that would mean for your data.
How much does it cost?
See the price section above. We always quote before starting, and if we can’t fix it, you don’t pay for the repair.
Book a repair
Call us on 020 7394 2528 or email info@mac-repair.london to arrange a time to drop it off.