What is not covered under 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.
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Does AppleCare cover anything?

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.
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Are Broken screens covered by AppleCare?

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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Are repairs free with AppleCare?

AppleCare+ includes battery service coverage, which means your battery can be replaced at no charge if we test your product and its battery retains less than 80% of its original capacity. AppleCare+ also provides coverage for accidental damage from handling, and each incident is subject to a service fee.
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What products are eligible for AppleCare?

Buy an AppleCare plan online

Get coverage for your eligible iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods, or other device.
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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.
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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.
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Does AppleCare fix cracked back?

For example, if you have an iPhone 13 or 13 Plus and you crack the glass on the back of the phone, Applecare will not cover the cost of repair.
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Does AppleCare replace broken glass?

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.
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What is Apple 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).
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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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Is water damage covered by AppleCare?

Learn about liquid damage to Mac computers and accessories that isn't covered by warranty. 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.
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Does AppleCare give you a new phone?

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. In some cases, your coverage might be different.
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How long does it take AppleCare to replace screen?

How long does iPhone screen repair most shops require 30 minutes to an hour from the time they begin working on your problem, depending on the individual circumstances of your problem. If the part is in stock, Apple will normally hold your phone for 3–4 hours.
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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).
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Does AppleCare fix scratches?

Technically, no. AppleCare+ only covers the screen if it's actually cracked. Scratched are treated as cosmetic damage.
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Does AppleCare fix dents?

AppleCare covers manufacturer's defects, not cosmetic damage. For your next computer, invest in a case if you are worried about dents and scratches.
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What damage does AppleCare plus cover?

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. the Apple or Beats-branded covered devices under the policy.
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What are the key benefit of AppleCare+ plan?

AppleCare+ for iPhone extends your coverage to 2 years from your AppleCare+ purchase date1 and adds unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection.
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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.
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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.
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Is AppleCare good for 1 or 2 years?

Standard AppleCare gives you 90 days of telephone support and one year of warranty coverage from the date you purchase the iPhone.
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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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Will Apple replace my iPhone under warranty?

The Apple Limited Warranty covers your iPhone and the Apple-branded accessories that come in the box with your product against manufacturing issues for one year from the date you bought them. Apple-branded accessories purchased separately are covered by the Apple Limited Warranty for Accessories.
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What voids Apple warranty?

This warranty does not apply: (a) to consumable parts, such as batteries, unless failure has occurred due to a defect in materials or workmanship; (b) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents and broken plastic on ports; (c) to damage caused by use with another product; (d) to damage caused by ...
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