AppleCare+ looks like a pretty good deal for $100 but I noticed it doesn't cover theft/loss. Will most of you purchase it anyway or is there a better solution (either carrier or 3rd party insurance) to cover the device? What will you guys be using?
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AppleCare+ vs. other insurance options?
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It's not clear on their site but it seems they don't cover loss or theft either. If that's the case it's the exact same price and exact same deductible as AppleCare+. I don't understand the benefit of SquareTrade.
I was just looking at their site. Seems like it's $6.99/mth and then most likely a $199 deductible but it does cover loss/theft. I think this is what I'll purchase.
www.att.com/mobileinsurance
I don't get the value of AppleCare+
If I'm not mistaken its $100 with a $50 deductible...
With NO insurance can't you get a replacement refurb for $199 at the Apple Store?
So you spend $100 to MAYBE save $50.
If I'm not mistaken its $100 with a $50 deductible...
With NO insurance can't you get a replacement refurb for $199 at the Apple Store?
So you spend $100 to MAYBE save $50.
I got the 2yr Black Tie protection from Best Buy on my iPhone 4S last year. $200, but worth it to me because I don't like using cases on my iPhone and I have dropped it 3x this past year resulting in some screen cracks. Take it to BB, they give you a loaner and in 3 days you get a shiny new iPhone. It's a "refurb" but the glass and externals are all cosmetically flawless. AppleCare is $100 + $49 each time you need a replacement- so for me it was worth going the BB route. And, since I'm getting the iPhone 5 I am transferring my remaining warranty from the 4S. Even if you initially buy AppleCare you can get a full refund from Apple within 30 days and take your iPhone to BB and have them put the Black Tie protection plan on.
Cons-
$50 deposit, refunded when you pick up your phone
You have to wait 2-3 days for your "new" iPhone
You usually get some type of Android phone as a loaner (although I got a 3GS this last time)
Cons-
$50 deposit, refunded when you pick up your phone
You have to wait 2-3 days for your "new" iPhone
You usually get some type of Android phone as a loaner (although I got a 3GS this last time)
Thats only for a year, Applecare covers the device for the length of the contract. Piece of mind for 2 yrs
Here is a good comparison I just came across.
http://www.businessinsider.com/iphone-5-insurance-cases-protection-2012-9
I've never had insurance before and I'm not too worried about myself, but my girlfriend is worried because she's never had one before.
http://www.businessinsider.com/iphone-5-insurance-cases-protection-2012-9
I've never had insurance before and I'm not too worried about myself, but my girlfriend is worried because she's never had one before.