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Ukrainian Soldier's MacBook Survives Shell, Experts Warn

1/2/2026

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A Ukrainian soldier shared that the Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020) survived an artillery shell fragment and continued to function during the war in Ukraine.
Experts caution that this does not indicate ballistic protection, as the MacBook Air lacks an official ballistic rating.
Because damaged devices may pose battery hazards, users should not rely on consumer electronics for protection.

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A Ukrainian soldier shared that the Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020) survived an artillery shell fragment and continued to function during the war in Ukraine.
Experts caution that this does not indicate ballistic protection, as the MacBook Air lacks an official ballistic rating.
Because damaged devices may pose battery hazards, users should not rely on consumer electronics for protection.