Is it too late to get AppleCare?

In most countries and regions, you can buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of your device purchase.
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Can you add AppleCare after 2 years?

To find out if you can purchase the new coverage, go to mysupport.apple.com and follow the onscreen instructions. 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.
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Can you buy AppleCare after 1 year?

You are eligible to add AppleCare+ to your Apple device up to 60 days after the date of your hardware purchase.
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How do I get 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.
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Can I buy AppleCare after my warranty has expired?

macrumors G3. AFAIK You can actually purchase Applecare Plus at anytime before 1 year is up. If you do it before the 60 day is up, you don't need to take it to the apple store, you can just simply do it through the apple support app or through your settings.
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What is the time limit for AppleCare?

Most Apple devices come with a limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support.
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How do I get AppleCare after 6 months?

Buy an AppleCare plan on your device
  1. On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings. Or on your Mac, choose the Apple menu (), then choose System Settings.*
  2. Go to General > About.
  3. Tap AppleCare+ Coverage Available. ...
  4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete your purchase.
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Is AppleCare+ Plus 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.
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How much is AppleCare cost?

Standard AppleCare+: a one-time fee of $199 (for two-year coverage) or $9.99 per month. AppleCare+ with theft and loss protection: $269 (for two-year coverage) or $13.49 per month. Standard AppleCare+: a one-time fee of $179 (for two-year coverage) or $8.99 per month.
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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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Is AppleCare $29 a month?

AppleCare+ extends your coverage to two years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, each subject to a service fee of $29, plus applicable tax. In addition, you'll get 24/7 priority access to Apple experts via chat or phone.
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What does AppleCare really cover?

AppleCare+ is an insurance policy covering you during the policy period for repairs or replacement of your covered Apple device (Apple Watch, HomePod, iPad including Apple Pencil, iPhone, iPod or Headphones) in the event of accidental damage or battery depletion and it gives priority access to telephone technical ...
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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.
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Is it better to pay monthly for AppleCare?

If you keep your phone for exactly two years, buying outright is the cheapest option! If you upgrade every year, monthly AppleCare is cheaper*, and if you keep your phone longer than two years, paying monthly is the only way to extend your coverage AFAIK.
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Can I buy AppleCare after 7 days?

At the end of the 7-day complimentary period, you'll have the option to purchase an AppleCare+ product, including AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss. AppleCare+ for iPhone provides expert technical support and additional hardware coverage from Apple, including unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection.
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What does AppleCare cover and not cover?

AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss is an insurance policy covering the risk of theft, loss, and damage to your iPhone and the need for technical assistance. AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss does not provide coverage for failure due to defects in design and/or materials and/or workmanship.
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Will AppleCare give me a new phone?

If you are under warranty then Apple should replace your broken iPhone, but it's unlikely they would give you a newer model. You should also note that your replacement phone may not be new: it is likely to be refurbished. However, that will not affect your warranty.
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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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What is the difference between AppleCare and AppleCare+?

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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What is the deductible for 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.
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What is the difference between AppleCare and AppleCare?

AppleCare+ is Apple's extended warranty plan that provides additional coverage with many more benefits than the standard limited warranty. Customers have 60 days upon purchase to add the AppleCare+ plan to their device.
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Does AppleCare cover dents?

If you have AppleCare+ it will cover a large portion of accidental damage. There will be a cost associated with fixing your dent and scratches on the case.
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How long is AppleCare free?

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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Can I buy AppleCare through target?

Target also offers AppleCare+ (an insurance plan), a trade-in system that makes getting new tech less expensive, and support via live chat or over the phone. If you don't have an Apple store near you, select Target locations will provide a similar experience.
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Does AppleCare Plus 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. AppleCare+ for Mac adds unlimited accidental damage protection subject to a service fee plus applicable tax.
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