Do you get AppleCare after purchasing a new iPhone?

Most Apple devices come with a limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. If your device is eligible, you can buy an AppleCare+ plan or an AppleCare Protection Plan for additional coverage.
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Does new iPhone come with AppleCare?

Every iPhone comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. Both AppleCare+ options extend your coverage and provide up to two incidents of accidental damage protection every 12 months.
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Does AppleCare start from purchase date or activation date?

AppleCare+ plans last between 2-3 years depending on the product, and they start on the day of product purchase. It overlaps with AppleCare standard coverage for a year. However, it provides additional coverage, including screen breaks, accidental hardware damage, and battery replacement.
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How do I get AppleCare for my new product?

How to buy
  1. On your device (go to Settings > General > About and choose AppleCare+ Coverage Available)
  2. Online (requires you to verify your serial number and run a remote diagnostic)
  3. At an Apple Store (inspection of iPhone and proof of purchase are required)
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Does Apple give free AppleCare?

Most Apple hardware comes with a one-year limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. To extend your coverage further, purchase AppleCare+.
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How much is it to add AppleCare after purchase?

If you get Apple Care+ for an iPhone 12 and then crack the screen, you'll have to pay $29 as your deductible. Add the $149 fee for Apple Care+ and your total cost will be $178. If you don't have the protection plan and need that repair, you'll be paying $279.
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Does AppleCare cancel when you get a new phone?

You cannot transfer a plan from one phone to another. You cancel the plan on the previous phone and if you paid in advance for the plan, Apple will give you a prorated refund of the portion of the plan you didn't use. Then you purchase a plan for your new phone.
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What does AppleCare cost for iPhone 13?

AppleCare+ for the iPhone 13 is $149, plus a $29 deductible for screen repair, for a total of $178. AppleCare+ saves you $101 dollars if you break the screen in its first two years.
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How long does AppleCare+ last after buying?

The new coverage automatically renews until canceled. Your plan coverage may continue beyond 24 or 36 months, on a monthly or annual basis, until canceled. If you choose to continue coverage, your coverage will be subject to the then-current AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions.
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Is AppleCare free for first year?

Every iPhone comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support.
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Why is my iPhone not eligible for AppleCare?

AppleCare or AppleCare+

So, if you bought your device more than 60 days ago, don't be surprised if you can't get AppleCare+. On the other hand, you have 12 months to get the AppleCare Protection Plan starting from the original purchase date.
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Is AppleCare worth adding?

Overall, AppleCare significantly reduces the stress and cost of accidental damage repairs or replacement devices, and eliminates the cost of repairing hardware failures, but it is a notable extra expense for coverage that still has some deductibles and limitations on claims.
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Does AppleCare mean free repair?

AppleCare is the standard warranty that every Apple product comes with. Typically, that includes 90 days of free product support (through phone, chat or in-store) and a one-year warranty. AppleCare+, however, extends the warranty and service, and adds an insurance-like program to your Apple gear.
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Does AppleCare replace screens free?

We replace cracked screens for a fee. Accidental damage isn't covered by the Apple warranty. Screen repairs are eligible for coverage for accidental damage from handling with your AppleCare+.
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Does AppleCare cover cracked screen?

AppleCare+ for Apple Display extends your coverage from your AppleCare+ purchase date and includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other accidental damage, plus applicable tax.
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Can you get AppleCare on a product you already own?

There are three ways to add AppleCare+ coverage after purchase: in a retail store, over the phone, or directly on an Apple device. To add AppleCare+ in one of Apple's retail stores, simply bring an eligible device to the store.
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Can you add AppleCare to an already purchased Apple product?

You are eligible to add AppleCare+ to your Apple device up to 60 days after the date of your hardware purchase. Please visit a Best Buy store with proof of purchase and receive a visual inspection of your device.
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Does AppleCare activate automatically?

When I purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan, do I need to register it? In most cases, if you purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan at the same time as your Apple hardware from selected Apple resellers, you will not need to register it as your AppleCare agreement will be automatically registered.
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How long does it take for AppleCare to activate?

It can take two or three days or sometimes longer. If it hasn't completed in a week or so, call Apple tech support, ask to speak with someone in AppleCare plan administration, and inquire. Regards.
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How do I know if AppleCare is activated?

Go to mysupport.apple.com. Sign in with your Apple ID.
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Here's how:
  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Tap About.
  4. Tap the name of your AppleCare plan. If you don't see an AppleCare plan, tap Limited Warranty or Coverage Expired for more information.
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Is AppleCare the same as warranty?

Unlike the limited warranty, AppleCare+ covers accidental damage like liquid damage and broken screens, as well as loss or theft. Although there is a fixed deductible, the cost of repairs are much cheaper than those of the standard warranty.
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How do I add AppleCare to my new phone?

How to add AppleCare to your iPhone after purchase
  1. Head to Apple's add AppleCare website.
  2. Choose iPhone, then enter your serial number or sign in with your Apple ID.
  3. Follow the prompts to purchase AppleCare within one year of buying your iPhone (you'll need to complete a remote diagnostic)
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Can I buy AppleCare after 2 years?

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.
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Does AppleCare cover stolen phones?

AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss covers You for repair or replacement of Your device in the event of Theft or Loss, Accidental Damage or Battery Depletion and access to Technical Support from Apple (as set out in clause 4.5).
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Does AppleCare cover cracked camera iPhone 13?

Breakage is only covered under paid-for AppleCare+ not the standard limited warranty.
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