And this not only happens when we spill coffee on the keyboard, but it can also be due to the cold, because if we expose the computer to very low temperatures, it could generate condensation that, once it returns to a more normal temperature, creates water inside the circuits.
Minimum recommended temperature on a Mac
If we go to Apple’s website, we can see the temperature at which the company recommends that we use these devices, not taking responsibility if we break this rule, even though it is under warranty, as it does not cover liquid damage.
Use your Mac in a place where the ambient temperature fluctuates between 10 °C and 35 °C. This does not mean that it is not possible to use it at 5 degrees, or even 40, however, it is clear that if it is done, it cannot be in full sun, or in the snow, but in a sheltered place. Nothing will happen if we have a Mac at 5 degrees inside a cabin in the mountains, for example, but it would not be good to use it if we take it outside, since it could even run a serious risk in suspension, it would not even be necessary to use it.
Therefore, if you plan a trip this winter, remember that your Mac, although it is not a living being, suffers from temperature changes just like you. Try to carry it in a suitcase, backpack or protected place until you can use it safely, and don’t even think about playing with it at 0 degrees, as we already warned you that it probably won’t work again once condensation takes its toll. And if nothing happens to it, or at least visibly, you will have degraded its battery, which is not prepared for these cases either.
Is cold or heat worse?
He heat It is more harmful to your Mac than the cold. High temperatures (above 35°C) can cause the device to overheat, reducing its performance and accelerating battery wear. When your Mac gets too hot, it automatically reduces its speed to prevent damage, which can cause apps to slow down. Additionally, prolonged heat can affect internal components, such as the motherboard, and not just the battery.
He cold It’s not that harmful, but it’s not ideal either. Low temperatures (below 10°C) can cause the battery to temporarily lose capacity and cause your Mac to run more slowly. However, the cold does not cause immediate damage, and once the device warms up, it returns to normal operation.
In short, you won’t have to worry about the cold, and only in extreme situations where condensation can occur will there be danger. As long as you use it above 10 degrees, everything will be fine, and I don’t see myself using a Mac with a lower temperature, my hands would freeze doing so.
