What does Apple care not cover?

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.

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.

Does AppleCare cover all damages?

AppleCare+ for Mac 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.

Does AppleCare 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.

How do I know if an item is covered by AppleCare?

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What products are eligible for AppleCare?

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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.

What type of damage does AppleCare cover?

AppleCare+ for iPhone includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection. Each incident is subject to the service fees listed below, plus applicable tax. In addition, you'll get Express Replacement Service⁴ and 24/7 priority access to Apple experts by chat or phone.

Is it worth it to get AppleCare?

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.

Does AppleCare cover lost phone?

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).

Does AppleCare replace your phone for free?

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.

Does Apple charge for accidental damage?

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.

Does AppleCare include scratches?

Apple Care+ covers 2 incidents of accidental damage every 12 months for a reduced fee. There is no specification of how bad the damage must be. You can take the iPhone in to an Apple Store for a screen replacement for the Apple Care+ reduced price if you want to.

Does Apple replace screens for free?

Apple will fix iPhone screens if the damage is a result of a factory defect -- not accidental damage. However, the new AppleCare for iPhone (purchased only when you bought the phone) does cover up to 2 accidental damage instances. The best bet is to take the phone to an Apple Store for evaluation.

How many screen replacements do you get with AppleCare?

You'll get two years of coverage and the standard two incidents every 12 months. The plan covers any accidental damage, such as a broken display, ripped power cord or water damage.

How much should I pay for AppleCare?

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.

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.

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.

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+.

What does AppleCare actually do?

AppleCare+ covers You for repair or replacement of Your device in the event of Accidental Damage or Battery Depletion and access to Technical Support from Apple (as set out in clause 4.5). The Policy is sold by Apple and Apple Authorised Resellers.

Does AppleCare stop after 2 years?

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.

Should I get monthly 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.

What counts as accidental damage to a phone?

Accidental damage refers to a device failing to function correctly or safely as the result of an incident that has happened by accident. For example, it is dropped, something is dropped on it or liquid spilled onto it.

What is considered accidental damage?

Accidental damage is physical damage that happens out of the blue and is not done on purpose. There needs to be a one-off, single event that causes the damage. This could be: Dropping and breaking your phone at home.

Does Apple replace broken products?

Unless otherwise stated, Apple will provide repair or replacement services to address a defect in the materials or workmanship of a product. Service is not available for issues caused by failure of or incompatibilities with any software or data residing or recorded on your product.