AppleCare+ for iPhone

One bonus to remember is that when you use your Applecare+ you also are getting a new battery!

And if there are any niggling improvements in hardware during the production cycle, you're also getting those improvements.

So, if something "happens" to your iPhone 5 towards the end of your 2-year coverage, then you'll be very happy about having had the "+" coverage.
 
Idefix said:
One bonus to remember is that when you use your Applecare+ you also are getting a new battery!

And if there are any niggling improvements in hardware during the production cycle, you're also getting those improvements.

So, if something "happens" to your iPhone 5 towards the end of your 2-year coverage, then you'll be very happy about having had the "+" coverage.
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You make that sound like you're plan to destroy your phone to collect.
 
My wife has had her 4S for 10 months and in that time she's had to have it replaced twice due to it not making phone calls and then not connecting to wifi. My sense is that a device as compact and portable as these phones are just going to break regardless of how pretty a case you have on it. We don't have AppleCare for the 4S but have ordered it for the 5 and I see it more than worth it.
 
Question, if you have applcare+/Square Trade/etc, and end up getting a replacement, is it usually a refurb, or a brand new phone?
 
green tea said:
Question, if you have applcare+/Square Trade/etc, and end up getting a replacement, is it usually a refurb, or a brand new phone?
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Apple will always use a refurb to replace unless there are no refurbs, then you will get a new phone. This sounds way worse than it actually is though since with a refurb the only potentially used components are the ones inside excluding the battery. Every single piece you come into contact with ( housing, home, power, volume buttons, screen, ) and battery are brand new components. Failure rate with a refurb I have to image is also slightly lower than a new one considered the internal refurb components are tested before usage guaranteeing they will work theoretically. Its also important to note that if a phone is sent in with water damage absolutely NO components will be used out of it and it's recycled.

Credit goes to John Siracus and his podcast Hypercritical on 5by5.
 
Official Apple refurbished product statement.....


What are Apple Certified Refurbished Products?


Apple Certified Refurbished Products are pre-owned Apple products that undergo Apple's stringent refurbishment process prior to being offered for sale. While only some units are returned due to technical issues, all units undergo Apple's stringent quality refurbishment process.

Each Apple Certified Refurbished Product: is fully tested (including full burn-in testing). is refurbished with replacement parts for any defective modules identified in testing. is put through a thorough cleaning process and inspection. is repackaged (including appropriate manuals, cables, new boxes, etc.). includes the operating software originally shipped with the unit and the custom software offered with that system. See each products "Learn More" for more details. is given a new refurbished part number and serial number.
is placed into a Final QA inspection prior to being added to sellable refurbished stock.

Refurbishment procedures follow the same basic technical guidelines as Apple's Finished Goods testing procedures.

What should I expect when I purchase an Apple Certified Refurbished Product?

Substantial savings

A fully functional unit with complete documentation
The assurance that the unit meets Apple's premiere quality standards, and that its defective components have been replaced by genuine Apple components

Can I purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan for my Apple Certified Refurbished Product?


All Apple Certified Refurbished Products are covered by Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty. For extended coverage, you have the option of purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Apple Certified Refurbished Product. The AppleCare Protection Plan extends the complimentary coverage on your Apple Certified Refurbished Product to up to three years of world-class support for Mac, and up to two years of world-class support for iPod, iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV.

A refurbished item that I wanted is no longer available. How can I ensure that I get an item when it's in stock?

Refurbished supply is usually very limited and we often run out of refurbished inventory. We recommend that you act quickly if you see an item that you like. A product will be reserved for you once you've completed checking out and we've received full authorized payment. Please note that some payment methods take longer than others and that availability of a refurbished product is not guaranteed until we receive your full payment.
 
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