Will Apple replace water damaged phone?

[shannonbrooke]

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Just wondering if Apple will replace a water damaged phone. I know that the warranty doesn't cover water damage but I've heard of cases where Apple replaced them. The damage isn't too bad, and not obvious, it's just that when I make calls I can only hear it thru the speakerphone. What should I do/say to get it replaced or fixed?

 

[Applejuiced]

You can give it a shot.
Policy is to charge $200 for a replacement but you might get lucky.

 

[dndlnx]

Wouldn't count on it. Most companies refuse to cover accidental damage caused by you, or damage from 'natural' causes....eg water, power surge.

 

[macingman]

Wouldn't count on it. Most companies refuse to cover accidental damage caused by you, or damage from 'natural' causes....eg water, power surge.

Apple are very generous. They also offer outofwarranty replacement so even if there is water damage you can get the phone replaced for $200.