Is water damage covered under AppleCare?

All replies. No, neither the original one year warranty nor the 2 year AppleCare+ extended warranty covers water damage. However, AppleCare+ does cover up to 2 instances of hardware damage, including water damage, with a deductible. Water damage is not covered regardless of whether you have AppleCare or AppleCare+.

Do AppleCare covers 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.

Does AppleCare cover water damage 2021?

Answer: A: Water damage is not covered by the normal warranty but your Applecare Plus will offer reduced cost coverage.

Does AppleCare cover water damage 2020?

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

How much does Apple charge for water damage?

Depends on your location. For the US done directly through Apple it's $549 plus any sales tax and it would be in the form of a complete service replacement and not where the device is actually fixed.

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Will Apple replace water damaged phone?

Apple basically does not "fix" water-damaged iPhones. However, it is up to the Apple technician to determine if that's the case ... and, if it is, liquid-damage is not covered under the one year limited warranty and the phone replacement would come at full cost.

Does AppleCare cover water damage iPhone 13?

Answer: A: Answer: A: Water damage is not covered regardless of whether you have AppleCare or AppleCare+.

How much does it cost to fix water-damaged iPhone?

You can expect to pay between $45 and $599 for professional water damage repair. The wide range is due to multiple factors: Extent of damage: It's much cheaper if your iPhone simply needs to be dried, but if internal components are damaged, you'll need to pay for replacement components and their installation.

What damage does AppleCare+ cover?

Both AppleCare+ options provide repair or replacement hardware service for your iPhone. Depending on the plan you choose, you'll get up to two 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.

Does AppleCare cover spills?

In addition to extending the standard Apple warranty, AppleCare+ also includes accidental coverage protection — meaning, should you accidentally drop an iPhone and break the screen or spill a cup of water all over your MacBook, you can get it repaired at a reduced price.

What can you do if your iPhone has water damage?

Does Apple fix water-damaged MacBook?

The bottom line is that Apple will not repair water-damaged Macs, regardless if you have an AppleCare+ plan or not. FYI, Apple does repair liquid damaged laptops as long as it is not catastrophic damage, but of course it is not free.

How much is it to fix a water-damaged MacBook?

Liquid or water-damaged MacBooks can be professionally repaired at a reasonable cost. Most customers leave our store paying between $250-$600, depending on their problem and the MacBook model. The degree of damage depends on how you handle the liquid spill.

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 cover water damage AirPods?

Physical (water) damage to an AirPod is not covered by the regular one-year warranty, as I understand it. If your AirPods are covered by AppleCare+ for Headphones, however, you'll pay only an AppleCare+ service fee per incident of $29 (each incident).

How does Apple define accidental damage?

“Accidental Damage” means physical damage, breakage or failure of Your Covered Equipment due to an unforeseen and unintentional event occurring either due to handling (e.g., dropping the Covered Equipment or through liquid contact) or due to an external event (e.g., extreme environmental or atmospheric conditions).

Is it worth fixing a water damaged iPhone?

Water damage is not worth fixing for something so small. There could be water in all kinds of little crevices that will cause more corrosion over time.

Is it worth fixing a water damaged phone?

Should You Get Your Water Damaged Phone Fixed? This really depends on your objectives. If you expect to get back a fully functioning phone that works like new and continues to work like new for the next 2 years, then no. You shouldn't get your water damaged phone fixed because you will likely be upset at the results.

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Is iPhone 13 waterproof or water resistant?

This means that the devices can withstand water up to a depth of six meters (19.7 feet) for up to 30 minutes. The IP68 water resistance rating means that the ‌iPhone 12‌ and ‌iPhone 13‌ can hold up against splashes, rain, and accidental water exposure, but intentional water exposure should still be avoided if possible.

Is iPhone 12 waterproof?

The iPhone 12 Pro is water-resistant. It has a rating of “IP68” which means they are fully protected from dust and can handle being underwater for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 6 metres. If your phone gets dropped in a puddle, a shallow pool, or wet from the rain, it will be just fine.

How long does it take for an iPhone to dry out?

It can take up to 24 hours for your iPhone to dry. Apple warns against plugging your iPhone in until your iPhone is completely dry to avoid damage. You should also avoid inserting cotton swabs or paper towels into the Lightning port or using a blow dryer or compressed air to dry your iPhone.

Can MacBook survive water spill?

Once MacBook water damage has occurred, the liquid will likely make its way to the logic board and other components. The liquid's minerals and salts immediately begin to eat away at the metal, silicone and fiberglass components. Often, the Mac will work for a few days after the spill and then stop working.

What do you do if your MacBook has water damage?

How do I know if my MacBook has water damage?