You have to weigh out the pros and cons. Do you want Apple experts working on your product and answering your questions, or do you want people (BestBuy) who don't know much about Apple products working on it? I always go straight to the source. Take out the middle man!
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All iPads AppleCare or Best Buy Warranty?
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You have to weigh out the pros and cons. Do you want Apple experts working on your product and answering your questions, or do you want people (BestBuy) who don't know much about Apple products working on it? I always go straight to the source. Take out the middle man!
Although I have no problem with Best Buy as a store I don't care for their warranties. I get Apple care on my apple stuff. For certain things maybe BB is fine but not my Apple stuff.
well lets break it down.
Apple Care
$99 Two years from date of purchase.
60 days from purchase to buy, requires original serial still be active unit
Covers all defect during said period
Two incidents of accidental damage at $49 each. All others at full replacement value. All accidental damage is covered. Only malicious damage like putting a bullet in it wouldn't be
in house service if you have a store in the area, mail in if you don't
covers all accessories that came with
Geek Squad
$139 for one year (which begins on the date of purchase), $259 for two years
15 days to purchase
Anything that would be covered by manufacturer is referred to them
drops from a height, falling from car, liquid damage and a few other items are not covered by Accidental damage
tablets have a service fee of up to $199 a claim are required for damage. You only get 2 claims per 24 month period.
might be serviced at best buy, might be sent out, might send you to a 3rd party shop
accessories not included