Even though we live in the Czech Republic, eventIn Slovakia, as well as in these countries, we have been experiencing unbearable heat in recent years. Temperatures often exceeding 35 degrees are not optimal for humans, let alone for metal. MacBook. Apple officially states that MacBook works well as long as its temperature and the ambient temperature do not exceed 50 degrees Celsius. Although the air does not reach such high temperatures in our country, in any case, if you MacBook If they had left it lying in the sun, its temperature would certainly have jumped well over 50 degrees.
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Of course, this doesn't mean that you MacBook They couldn't use it when it was over 50 degrees. But let's face it, who would want to put their fingers and hands on such a hot device? In today's article, we'll look at how to keep your portable Mac at the most optimal temperature possible, even when it's scorching hot outside.
1. Don't put MacBook on a bed or other soft surfaces
Anything soft is bad for your Mac. Be sure to avoid MacBook (not only in the heat) put it on the bed, for example. The vents that allow your Apple computer to breathe will become clogged and the Mac will not be able to cool down. This problem is one of the biggest in my opinion and I think that many people are not aware of it. In extreme temperatures, it is best to put the Mac on a table or other hard and flat surface so that it can use the vents located on the bottom to cool down.chat.
2. Use the stand for MacBook
Anything that lifts the backside MacBooku, it's good. So if you want MacBookTo make your life easier, be sure to use a stand designed for laptops. This will increase airflow and help your Mac cool better.
3. Use the book
If you don't have a stand and don't want to invest in one, you can use a classic book. Simply lift the back of the book MacBookso that the vents remain clear. This way you will at least increase the air flow a little and you will definitely notice the difference than if it were MacBook classically placed on the table.
4. Put MacBook on the edge of the table
If you don't have a stand or a book, you can try MacBook place it on the edge of a table so that the vents are exposed to air. This will allow more air to reach your Mac and help it cool better. But be careful not to MacBook It did not fall off the table during use.
5. Use a fan
You can also try using a classic fan that cools you and the entire room. Take it and point it at MacBookThis will at least give his body some relief and help dissipate heat better. But definitely do not point the fan towards the vents – MacBookYou will provide cold air, but it will not be able to carry the warm air away.
6. Don't leave MacBook in the sun
Under no circumstances should you leave MacBook in direct sunlight. Since it is MacBook made of aluminum, you risk really high temperatures throughout the device. In the worst case, it could MacBook Batteries do not like high heat and could potentially cause a fire, even when the device is not in use. Therefore, it is best to MacBook you will use in the shade.
7. In an emergency, you can also use frozen vegetables
Yes, it really is – in some cases, you can even use frozen vegetables to cool down your Mac. Just be careful not to get any water in the guts when you heat the vegetables. MacBooku. Water and MacBook they really don't understand.
8. Turn off programs you don't use
You can also help your Mac by keeping only the one application you're currently using open. Simply close all other programs and try to MacBook minimize multitasking and unnecessary extra processes. Also, try to disconnect as many peripherals as possible from your Mac – for example, an external monitor.
9. Try to clean the vents
If none of the above helped, your air vents may be clogged with dust. The best option is to buy compressed air from a DIY store and blow it through the vents. For new MacBookCleaning the vents is quite complicated – you can't even use a cotton swab, for example, because the vents are narrow. In this case, the best option seems to be compressed air in a can, which costs a few hundred crowns.
10. Do not use MacBook
The best solution, if you don't have a lot of work, is to MacBook They turned it off and went to the water, for example. MacBook Leave it closed on the table and use these hot days to cool down and not worry about whether your Mac is hot.
BONUS for men
If you are a man, be careful. You should not have any MacBook nor place another laptop on your thighs – not even in winter, let alone in extreme heat. Your genitals could get a “shock” in the form of a higher temperature than they are used to. This is very easy to play with impotence.
I hope these few tips help you keep your Mac at an optimal temperature. I think that the best solution in case of such heat is to pack a swimsuit and a towel and go with friends, for example, to refresh yourself by the water. Of course, take care of yourself and your health, not the health of your Apple computer. Use plenty of sunscreen, drink and enjoy the sunny days.