Applecare + for rMBP Question

[WindWaker]

Hi everybody,

My rMBP order is still processing, and I have just now come to the conclusion that I'd like Applecare + for my computer. How would I go about ordering this? Do I need to wait until I receive my computer to bring it into an Apple Store, or can I order it now (what would I have to do if I did buy it now?)?

Thanks!

 

[aaronw1986]

AppleCare+ only applies to iPhones. However, you can get the regular AppleCare for your rMBP anytime within the first year. You don't need to take it into a store, you just need to activate it once you have the computer (or know the serial). You could look around for the best price, I would suggest looking at Amazon. Unless you qualify for educational pricing, then it is probably cheapest directly through Apple.

 

[geoffreak]

AppleCare + isn't available for the rMBP as far as I understand, only iPhones. For regular AppleCare, you can purchase it any time within the first year of the device and activate it online or in store.

 

[WindWaker]

AppleCare+ only applies to iPhones. However, you can get the regular AppleCare for your rMBP anytime within the first year. You don't need to take it into a store, you just need to activate it once you have the computer.

Oh wow, didn't realize that-- thanks!

 

[GGJstudios]

Hi everybody,

My rMBP order is still processing, and I have just now come to the conclusion that I'd like Applecare + for my computer. How would I go about ordering this? Do I need to wait until I receive my computer to bring it into an Apple Store, or can I order it now (what would I have to do if I did buy it now?)?

AppleCare
AppleCare Protection Plan for Mac or Apple Display

• You can buy AppleCare any time during the first year warranty period, so you don't have to buy it at time of purchase.
• You can check your remaining warranty and/or AppleCare coverage here
• AppleCare will extend the 1 year warranty for an additional 2 years, for a total of 3 years coverage from the date of your Mac purchase.
  It also extends telephone support from 90 days, which is included with your original warranty, to a total of 3 years.
• You cannot buy AppleCare again or renew it once it expires.
• Neither the Apple Warranty nor AppleCare will cover damage from accidents, spills, etc. They only cover manufacturing defects.
• AppleCare+ provides some coverage for accidental damage, but is only available for the iPad and iPhone, not for Apple computers.
• Neither the Apple Warranty nor AppleCare will cover batteries that have worn out. They only cover defective batteries.
• For more detailed questions, read the AppleCare Protection Plan (pdf) agreement.