So Applecare means, if you drop it, slam it with some weights or bumb in to the ground when your drunk, you'll get a new device?
Get the AppleCare+. CC 'Extended Warranties' are not the same as an Apple warranty. A technician will type in the serial number, not see AppleCare+, and it will immediately be an out-of-warranty service conversation in an Apple Store. After which, to use that "free" extended warranty, it will be a lot of red tape/fine print and/or require shipping out to a random third party company designated by the CC to get it fixed. None of these parts will be Apple authorized and the deductible will vary (meaning Apple technicians won't be able to touch it ever again down the road--imagine if there is a recall or other issues).
AppleCare+ is as much about certified service as it is convenience, and since it applies to everything in the box as well (charger and bands) it's a no-brainer. ThatTax we all know and love is Apple selling an experience, and your experience is only better when the company making your product is the one who is covering you.
Put simply: No CC company adds to APPLE coverage; they all have their own solution. Your normal 1-year manufacturer warranty through Apple ends after 1 year with the ONLY exception being AppleCare+
I got the AppleCare+ on my 38mm Sport. I spend a lot of time outdoors and it's piece of mind. I also have a cat that has expensive taste in toys.
Plus if I decide to shower with the watch, I'll have a bit more peace of mind![]()
And the way I see it, with AppleCare + you can shower with it etc
So I ordered my watch on 4/10 and I didnt get apple care. I still dont have my watch but I was thinking about purchasing apple care. I currently dont have it on my watch, Iphone or new MacBook air. But it seems to me like a watch might be something i should get it for.
if you purchased apple care do you mind chiming is as to the PERSONAL reason why you got it? are you clumsy? Perhaps you have small kids. I just wanted to know.
Thanks
Please refrain from spreading false information. With Amex, all it requires is filing a claim over the phone (typically no paperwork required) and once approved, they'll reimburse you up to the price you paid for the device plus tax. You use that toward the out of warranty replacement cost at the Apple Store. You can even get it swapped out right away for the OOW replacement and file the claim after the fact.
How is that false information? What he's saying is correct. The warranty via Apple does NOT extend. If you try to get tech support over the phone, you will be charged.
But you can't control people around you and if someone were to bump me causing a drop or ding on the wall that would suck! I would hate to have my devices break like that.
I don't understand the "on my wrist it will get broken" argument. I drop my iPhone way more than I'll ever damage something strapped to my wrist.
As far as bumping into things that's just par for the course with watches, but I've never broken one. Do you people work in brick factories?![]()
I've actually dropped a watch while putting it on. Of course I was rushing. But yes, it happens other than being on your wrist.
How long after buying the watch do you have to add Apple Care + ?
and if you return the watch within the 14 day period I assume you get the Apple Care + refunded as well ?
Can we bump this? I'm thinking about buying the watch with a ship date in June, then getting AC+ when I actually get the watch, just to spread some of the expenses out on my credit card. Do I have 30 days from the time of order or from the time of delivery to buy AC+?
It's right in the AppleCare FAQ - you can buy it anytime within the warranty period.
Source: https://www.apple.com/asia/support/products/faqs.html
I know several people that didn't buy it until they had an accident.But, then, you wait a day or two before making a claim.
Oh, and on this topic - I will be picking up AppleCare+ for my 42mm Space Black SS with LB. At $1600CDN (taxes in), the $89 to protect it is well worth it!
It's right in the AppleCare FAQ - you can buy it anytime within the warranty period.
Source: https://www.apple.com/asia/support/products/faqs.html
I know several people that didn't buy it until they had an accident.But, then, you wait a day or two before making a claim.
Oh, and on this topic - I will be picking up AppleCare+ for my 42mm Space Black SS with LB. At $1600CDN (taxes in), the $89 to protect it is well worth it!