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.

Are AppleCare and AppleCare the same?

AppleCare is Apple's term for its warranty programs. Every Apple device comes with a certain stretch of AppleCare warranty service and phone/chat support for free, typically one year for the warranty and 90 days of phone support. You can pay to extend that protection for longer, which is called AppleCare+.

What are the different types of AppleCare?

Every iPhone comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. Both AppleCare+ and AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss extend that coverage¹ and give you additional features such as 24/7 priority tech support and accidental damage protection.

What does AppleCare cover exactly?

Every iPhone comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. Both AppleCare+ options extend your coverage and provide up to two incidents of accidental damage protection every 12 months.

What is the difference between Apple Care Protection Plan and AppleCare+?

RELATED: Is AppleCare+ Worth It? AppleCare+ includes regular AppleCare, but on top of that, you get an extra year of warranty coverage (an extra two years for Macs), two years of free phone support (one year extra for Macs), and accidental damage coverage (except for the Apple TV).

Apple Care+ Vs Apple Care+ With Theft

What 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.

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.

Is AppleCare really 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.

Does AppleCare cover a 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.

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.

How much is the cheaper AppleCare?

The prices are below. 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 free replacement?

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.

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 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.

Does AppleCare cover screen damage for free?

Screen repair (front) is eligible for cover with a fee by using an incident of accidental damage from handling that comes with your AppleCare+ plan.

Can I buy AppleCare after purchase?

If you still need help buying an AppleCare plan, contact Apple Support. In most countries and regions, you can buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of your device purchase.

How long does it take for AppleCare to kick in?

It normally become effective immediately.

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.

Is it better to pay AppleCare monthly or yearly?

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.

Is AppleCare+ free for the first year?

It automatically comes with all new product purchases. For most Apple products, AppleCare includes 90 days of technical support via chat or phone and one year of coverage on hardware failure.

Can you pay off AppleCare early?

Make an early installment payment

At card.apple.com, click Payments in the sidebar. Click Pay Installments Early at the bottom of the page. Enter the amount you want to pay, select a payment date, then do one of the following: If you select today's date: Click Pay Now.

Will AppleCare replace my lost iPhone?

Is your iPhone lost or stolen? If it's covered by AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss, you can sign in with your Apple ID and file a claim for an iPhone replacement. Use the Find My app or go to iCloud.com/find to mark your iPhone as lost. Do not remove your device from your account until your claim has been fully approved.

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+.

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.