If you just ordered your iphone 4 on verizon and are patiently, yeah right, waiting for delivery, heres a look at how you can keep your iphone protected with iphone insurance unlike your old phone on verizon, you cant purchase protection against accidental damage direct from verizon. The iphone runs ios and includes a large collection of mobile apps. My volume up button is broken and i want to take it to the apple store. The only problem is that my screen is cracked the volume button breaking occurred after. Well, it looks like apple has decided to just go ahead and change the layout of the warranty page, and not actually restrict looking up warranty information behind the apple id requirement. Apple warns customers about phishing emails, details legitimate communication. Sep 15, 2019 iphone 11 pro max do you need apple care. I checked the serial number for my phone, and it showed there. Apple upgrades iphone applecare coverage, price cnet. Apr 22, 2020 the basic version of applecare, however, does not protect against any kind of accidental damage. Oct 10, 2014 in each case, applecare completely covered these issues.
Applecare coveres you for manufacturing faults and battery problems after the first 12 months and technical support for another 12 months not water damage. Youll now need an apple id to check your applecare warranty. Applecare for macs now offers a total of three years warranty as opposed to one for standard warranty. The applecare protection plan for iphone extends your repair coverage to two years from the original purchase date of your iphone.
Apple warns customers about phishing emails, details. I do have applecare, but havent used it, thus im not sure. Get coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage, theft, or loss, each subject to a deductible of. Applecare protection plan for iphone terms and conditions. Suppose in the future once the next iphone 5s7 has launched and i go to apple with my 4s to get it replaced under the 2 accidental replacement clauses. Additionally, the iphone insurance covers a lot more than applecare. That means if you ever run into an issue with your iphone, you can dial 1800myapple and ask for applecare, or you can call 1800aplcare directly. I may not have broken a phone, but i like the safety net. Anytime you buy a new apple product, you get at least one year limited applecare warranty that covers hardware failures and manufacturing defects. Applecare for the iphone apple ios os help fix mac.
Jan 01, 2009 hi, could you please tell me the first 3 digits of the serial number of ur refurbished phone. Offer good for three months after eligible device activation. Apple has already changed the page back, and you no longer need an apple. Youll now need an apple id to check your applecare warranty coverage update. I also have antitheft tracking on the iphone, and i did purchase applecare, so im partially covered for some things. Should you need repair or replacement, there are convenient service options. An important change is being rolled out by apple right now, which will impact secondhand buyers of apple products the most.
Applecare protection plan can be purchased within 1 year of your mac purchase where available. Applecare vs sprints total equipment protection plan. Should i buy applecare to add a year to the 1year warranty or has it not had many problems id need that for. Its good to ponder over, and if i decide i need it, ill signup before the end date. Whats more, if you break your iphone or drop it in water, youve got some additional options. This was my first time ever buying a warranty from apple and so i assumed everything went according to plan. The worth ave group provided the following five ways iphone insurance beats applecare. That being said, i would not buy applecare for small items such as an iphone or an ipad.
Yesterday i decided out of boredom to check online to see what the expiration date was on it etc. But dont mess it up, because liquid damage isnt covered under apple warranty or applecare. This is how you should disinfect your iphone, ipad. Choose your apple device for an applecare plan on our website. For iphone owners, the date of applecare or warranty expiration can be the difference between a minor inconvenience and a costly repair. I looked at the iphone upgrade programme since it includes applecare but it seems to be cheaper buying the phone and applecare outright at least in. Applecare for the iphone apple ios os help fix mac iphone.
New replacement iphone applecare plus macrumors forums. Youll now need an apple id to check your applecare. That didnt last long posted by evan selleck on jan 02. Learn more about popular topics and find resources that will help you with all of your apple products. Check your service and support coverage apple support. So last september i went into my local apple store to buy an applecare warranty on my new iphone 6s from tmobile.
Oct 04, 2011 apple upgrades iphone applecare coverage, price. Five ways iphone insurance beats applecare verizon iphone. Turn an eligible device into credit towards a new one, or recycle it for. Extends your apple service coverage to two years from the original purchase date. Although i do have applecare on my ipad and iphone 4s both there are other. Protection for your iphone from the people who know your apple products best. Rather than buying applecare, which doesnt cover accidental damage or theft, we suggest you look. In each case, applecare completely covered these issues. Review your apple warranty status and eligibility to purchase additional applecare coverage. I just received my iphone x, and while i have a case for the phone, i have read that the x is being described as one of the most fragile iphones yet. With the exception of north carolina, the company obligated under the applecare protection plan in the united states is applecare service company, inc. Introduced in 2007 by steve jobs, iphone is apples flagship ios device and easily its most popular product around the world.
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The basic version of applecare, however, does not protect against any kind of accidental damage. Applecare plus registration number iphone, ipad, ipod. This is how you should disinfect your iphone, ipad, and mac. I dont want to be paying out for insurance monthly to be honest thanks in advance for any help peppers.
Some limitations apply and the length of the standard warranty depends on your country. Because apple makes the hardware, the operating systems and many applications, our experts understand how everything works together and can help resolve most issues in a single conversation. You can purchase the applecare protection plan for any iphone within the oneyear hardware warranty, as long as its available in your country. Just outta curousity, how do we find out the applecare phone number. Frequently asked questions about applecare youtube. When i buy my iphone would i have no insurance on it then drive to the apple store with my purchase info and buy apple care there. Although i do have applecare on my ipad and iphone 4s both there are other options out there, some which are better. Extend your coverage to two years of service and expert telephone support. Aug 14, 2017 hey, if i were to buy an iphone with applecare and decide in 12 months i want to purchase a new iphone, can i move my applecare to that device. The ability to buy applecare warranty protection for your macpro on ebay for less than half the original price is very appealing.
Applecare vs verizon equipment coverage verizon community. This not only covers the mac, iphone, ipad or other device for an extra year or two, but also adds accident protection and other benefits. Is applecare a waste of money or a good way to protect your costly apple products. The applecare protection plan for iphone extends your coverage to two years from the original purchase date of your iphone. Most apple devices come with a limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. Apple couldnt possibly still have 64gb unit stocks for the 4s. New apple products, free final cut pro x, iphone 12 delays, apple retail stores reopening and more. Given the cost of replacing the screen and back, would it be foolish to forego applecare and opt instead for a case and screen protector. Applecare vs sprints total equipment protection plan this is actually not true. Latest apple ipad 128gb hits new alltime low price. Because apple designs iphone, ios, and many applications, iphone is a truly integrated system.
The disheartening ethical implications, or course are potentially buying the product from a thief. Sameday service in most major metropolitan areas world wide. Adh service for an ipad input device will count as a separate service event from adh service of your ipad and count towards your two service events, even if both your ipad and ipad input device are damaged at the same time. Visit an apple store, call apple at 18002752273, or visit apple support.