It’s crucial to safeguard Apple products, and we’re not just talking about acquiring one of the top iPhone 14 covers. Apple creates some of our favorite gadgets. We’re referring to AppleCare Plus(opens in new tab), the company’s own insurance program, and technical support for its products.
No one is more equipped to take care of Apple products than Apple, according to the philosophy underpinning AppleCare Plus. Each Apple product, from iPhones to AirPods, as well as a few Beats headphones, are covered as long as you purchase AppleCare during the first 60 days after making a purchase.
AppleCare Plus vs Standard Warranty
The majority of Apple’s products in the United States come with a free one-year limited warranty and 90 days of technical assistance, however, this may differ depending on your location. This ought to cover any flaws or errors in the technology.
The unintentional damage that results from utilizing third-party accessories or components, such as batteries or protective coatings that are intended to lose their effectiveness over time, is not covered by this limited guarantee. In short, you’re out of luck whether it was your fault or an accident. Of course, some shops could provide additional warranties, but for Apple, a limited warranty only provides that level of coverage.
With AppleCare Plus, you’ll get coverage for a long time (often 2 to 3 years) as well as important accidental damage prevention. Apple will charge you $379 for a repair if you drop your iPhone 14 Pro Max and shatter the back or the screen. Nevertheless, those who purchased AppleCare Plus will just need to pay $29. What a significant change. The cost of other unintentional damage is $99, although it’s still far less than purchasing a new phone.
With AppleCare Plus, there is now an additional layer of security that includes loss and theft protection. As the name implies, you will be protected up to twice a year from the loss or theft of your gadget. It should be noted that this is the most costly protection option and necessitates a $150 payment for any gadget that has to be replaced.
What other features does AppleCare Plus offer?
Many benefits are added to AppleCare Plus’ insurance coverage. For instance, the Apple Fast Replacement Service may ship you a new device at no additional cost while yours is being repaired.
Also, subscribers have access to Apple’s professionals’ 24/7 customer assistance. You may choose the location of your repair, whether you mail the item in, bring it into the store, or schedule a specialist to come to your house or place of business.
How much does AppleCare Plus cost?
AppleCare Plus for an iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max should cost you either $9.99 per month or $199 for two years of coverage, depending on the specific model. Do you want to add loss and theft protection? Your price increases to $13.49 a month, or $269 over the course of two years.
Does this matter? It is difficult to explain because so many different individual elements are involved. It’s definitely worth looking into if you are aware of your tendency to be clumsy or forgetful. More cautious people could put their confidence in themselves to protect their equipment. AppleCare, like many insurance plans, is effectively a wager on whether you will or won’t need it.
It could be best to hold off if your major concerns are mechanical ones, such the need to replace the battery. The price of a replacement battery for the iPhone 14 Pro Max is $99 ($0 for AppleCare Plus members), which is less than the cost of Apple’s warranty plan annually.
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