What are the benefits of getting AppleCare?
Enjoy peace of mind when you buy AppleCare+ for iPhone.
- Apple-certified service and support coverage.
- 24/7 priority access to technical support2
- Get up to 2 incidents of accidental damage protection every 12 months1
- Battery service coverage1
Do you get free Apple care?
While AppleCare comes free with every new Apple product, you can pay a fee and upgrade that to AppleCare+, which adds an extra year to the regular AppleCare coverage (so two years total), as well as provides accidental damage coverage if you ever drop your iPhone or iPad and crack the screen (or damage anything else …
Can I buy AppleCare+ after 60 days?
If you want to buy an AppleCare+ plan after the 60-day period has ended, you can bring your device into an Apple Store for an inspection up to a year after purchase. If the technician allows it, you’ll be able to sign up in person.
Does AppleCare cover water damage?
Apple Care+ covers water damage with a $50 deductible. See AppleCare+ for iPhone for more info. Regular AppleCare does not cover accidental damage such as water damage. Apple has recently introduced AppleCare+ for the iPhone, which covers up to two incidents of accidental damage, with a $49 service fee.
Can you add AppleCare later?
AppleCare coverage is offered when buying an iPhone from Apple on its website and in stores, but you can also add it after the fact. If you opt to add AppleCare online or by phone, be sure to have your serial number handy (Settings → General → About). Keep reading below for details on AppleCare pricing and more.
What is the cost of AppleCare?
Standard AppleCare+: one-time fee of $200 or $10 per month. Including loss and theft protection: $270 or $13.50 per month.
Can you add AppleCare at any time?
Can I purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan anytime? You can purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan anytime within the one-year limited warranty period.
Can I get AppleCare after damage?
In short, yes. You can buy AppleCare+ after repairing your damaged screen at the Apple Store. AppleCare+ can be purchased up to 60 days after the purchase of the iPhone. So as long as it is repaired by the 59th day, you can get your iPhone inspected in the store and buy AppleCare+ for the full price.
Can I get AppleCare after 1 year?
In most countries and regions, you can buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of your device purchase. In some countries and regions, you can buy an AppleCare Protection Plan within 1 year of your purchase of an eligible Mac, Apple TV, or other device.
Is AppleCare worth the money?
AppleCare+ can be quite costly, but it’s often worth the spend. A damaged MacBook screen can be far more costly than the $99 fee Apple charges you when covered under AppleCare, so those who have anxiety about breakage should consider it. Similarly, AppleCare+ for iPhone can be had with theft and loss protection, which is highly attractive.
What does the name AppleCare mean?
AppleCare is Apple’s term for its warranty programs. Every Apple device comes with a certain stretch of AppleCare warranty service and phone/chat support for free, typically one year for the warranty and 90 days of phone support. You can pay to extend that protection for longer, which is called AppleCare+.
Should you buy AppleCare?
Whether or not you should purchase AppleCare depends on how you use your Apple device, and how much risk and expense you are willing to take. If you are prone to dropping or damaging your device,…
When can I buy AppleCare?
– If you still need help buying an AppleCare plan, contact Apple Support. – In most countries and regions, you can buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of your device purchase. – In some countries and regions, you can buy an AppleCare Protection Plan within 1 year of your purchase of an eligible Mac, Apple TV, or other device.