Does AppleCare not cover water damage?

Damage to Mac computers and accessories due to liquid exposure is not covered by the Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan.

What damage is not covered by AppleCare?

What is not insured? loss or theft, normal wear and tear, intentionally- caused damage, fire or cosmetic damage which does not affect the functionality of the device. defect in design, workmanship, modification or any alteration of the covered Apple device.

Why is water damage not covered Apple?

“Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Liquid damage is not covered under warranty,” the document said. This can be interpreted as saying that water resistance may actually wear out after a certain time.

Will Apple replace my iPhone if it has water damage?

Water and other liquid damage to iPhone or iPod isn't covered by warranty. Service for liquid damage to an iPhone or iPod isn't covered by the Apple One-Year Limited Warranty.

Can Apple tell if phone is water damaged?

iPhone and most iPod devices that were built after 2006 have built-in Liquid Contact Indicators that will show whether the device has been in contact with water or a liquid containing water. Most iPhone and iPod devices are equipped with Liquid Contact Indicators (LCIs) that you can see from the outside.

Does AppleCare cover water damage?

Why is AppleCare not worth it?

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.

What voids AppleCare warranty?

An original product that is inoperable due to unauthorized modifications or has failed due to catastrophic damage, such as the product separating into multiple pieces, are examples of a product that is ineligible for Out-of-Warranty Service.

What does AppleCare really cover?

Both AppleCare+ options provide repair or replacement hardware service for your iPhone. Depending on the plan you choose, you'll get unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection and up to two incidents of theft or loss coverage every 12 months. Each incident is subject to a service fee or deductible.

What is the difference between AppleCare and AppleCare+?

The standard AppleCare protection plan extends the warranty plan and phone support for Mac, Apple Displays, ands Apple TV. AppleCare+ offers accidental damage protection on top of the extended warranty and support for iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

Does Apple replace your phone for free with AppleCare?

If you have AppleCare+, you can replace your iPhone with an incident of accidental damage. You'll pay the "other damage" AppleCare+ fee, as specified in the AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions. You can also review that fee in our pricing estimate tool.

Do you need insurance if you have AppleCare?

The basic version of AppleCare however, does not protect against any kind of accidental damage, liquid damage or lost & theft. So, if you drop your Apple device or spill water on it--you're out of luck if you did not purchase Accidental Damage Protection or Insurance for your iOS devices.

Can I ask for a replacement instead of a repair?

Laws give you more rights

If you discover that something you bought is defective, contact the retailer and manufacturer to ask for a repair, replacement, or refund. Along with companies' express warranties, you also have "implied warranties" under state law.

Does AppleCare include accidental damage?

AppleCare+ for iPhone includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection. Each incident is subject to the excess fees listed below. In addition, you'll get battery service, Express Replacement Service³ and 24/7 priority access to Apple experts.

Is AppleCare+ Plus worth it?

It's all about how much risk you're willing to assume. But the higher the price of the device, the more it might make sense to pay for a little peace of mind. If the thought of having to unexpectedly shell out nearly $600 to repair your phone is worrisome, the $79 to $269 AppleCare+ cost might well be worth it.

Why is AppleCare cheaper at Costco?

AppleCare allows Apple product buyers to get help making repairs to their products over time — from AirPods to an Apple Watch that's malfunctioning — even if it's beyond its warranty period. Since Costco purchases items like this in bulk, it may be able to provide its customers with better pricing for AppleCare.

Why is AppleCare cheaper on Amazon?

Why are Apple products so cheap on Amazon? The answer is pretty simple. Amazon buys Apple products in bulk, in advance and at a whole sale price (i.e. not the MSRP), which allows them to sell the devices at a discount and still make a little bit of a profit.

Does AppleCare+ last forever?

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.

Does Apple replace physical damage?

Accidental damage isn't covered by the Apple warranty. Screen repairs are eligible for coverage for accidental damage from handling with your AppleCare+.

How soon can you claim on AppleCare?

Your AppleCare+ hardware coverage only starts on the date you purchase AppleCare+. This means that if you buy AppleCare+ up to 60 days after you purchase or begin to lease your iPhone, iPad, iPod or Apple Watch you will only receive hardware coverage from that date.

What is Apple's policy on replacement?

Apple will retain the replaced part or product that is exchanged as its property, and the replacement part will become your property. Replaced parts are generally repairable and are exchanged or repaired by Apple for value.

Is it cheaper to repair or replace?

Generally speaking, it is almost always less expensive to repair a car than buy a new one. Even something as severe as an engine or transmission rebuild will cost you roughly $1,200 to $5,000 — far less than buying a new car.

What happens if Apple can't fix your phone?

Our warranty is in addition to rights provided by consumer law. If your situation isn't covered, you'll pay a fee. If the issue with your iPhone is ineligible for service, you might pay the full replacement value.

Is AppleCare the same as warranty?

The AppleCare extended warranty extends the standard one year warranty by two years and includes free telephone support for two years. The Apple Plus extended warranty does the same and includes some insurance covering accidental damage with a two claim limit with a deductible over the two year period.

How much does it cost to replace an iPhone with AppleCare?

Under AppleCare+, each accidental damage incident is subject to a service fee of $29 for screen or back glass damage or $99 for other accidental damage. Each incident of theft or loss is subject to a deductible of $149. The back glass damage service fee is only available for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models.

How long do you get 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+.