Its a small component that will change colors if exposed to enough moisture this is how apple technicians can tell if your device has sustained water damage, so its best to be honest. It has also increased the service fee for both devices. Gazelles prices on older, carriertied models are generally the lowest, while pay outs. Id just like to share my story about my own experience owning an iphone 6s plus as my main phone currently. Protection for your iphone from the people who know your apple products best.
The headphone jack on my iphone 6s plus stopped working recently. Apple sells extended warranties for the iphone, ipad, mac, apple watch, ipod touch, and apple tv. The thing is, theres no applecare without the plus listed on the apple online. The applecare protection plan for iphone extends the repair coverage to two years from the date of your iphone purchase should you for any reason require service under the plan, apple will repair or provide a replacement. Jul 04, 2016 thanks for checking out the apple support communities. Applecare iphone xr, 6s plus, 7 plus and 8 plus protection plan provides repair or replacement coverage, both parts and labor, from appleauthorized technicians. They are there, so we think we need them, but actually we dont. The applecare protection plan for iphone extends your coverage to two years from the original purchase date of your iphone. Important note the applecare protection plan can be purchased only while your iphone is still covered under the standard oneyear limited warranty. If your technician needs to send your iphone to an apple repair center, youll be notified when it s ready for pickup. There are three warranty plans for iphone provided by apple. With the exception of north carolina, the company obligated under the applecare protection plan in the united states is applecare service company, inc. I was going to get applecare for my iphone 6s plus, but since i financed through verizon and they are offering yearly upgrades now, whats the point of paying for two years of applecare. The apple store and many of our apple authorized service providers offer sameday service for screen replacement.
With that being said, i know the iphone 6 plus is substantially bigger than my iphone 5s and is a lot harder to hold due to his slippy feel and i feel like maybe this time it would be in my best interest to buy apple care just in case something were to happen to it. It started with the 2004 powerbook g4, then 2008 macbook, iphone 3g, iphone 4, iphone 5, iphone 6, iphone 6s plus, iphone x, multiple other mac laptops, and numerous ipads. Description applecare iphone xr, 6s plus, 7 plus and 8 plus protection plan hardware coverage. Heres what they cost, what they cover, and answers to all your other questions too. These are questions i get asked a lot this time of year. Should you need repair or replacement, there are convenient service options. Apples iphone 6s is expected to launch on september 18th, according to reports, with preorders set to begin a week earlier, on september 7th. One of my twins grab it and drops it, now the touch screen is unresponsive at times. For a smoother repair process, back up your iphone before service. Apple has even included a water damage detector inside the newer models of iphones.
And only applecare products provide onestop service and support from apple experts. Apr 22, 2020 the basic version of applecare, however, does not protect against any kind of accidental damage. Thanks for checking out the apple support communities. Applecare is worth it regardless, if u prone or not to dropping, etc. Without the plan, iphone owners are covered by a limited oneyear warranty and an initial 90 days of complimentary telephone support. For that amount, apple doubles your oneyear limited warranty plan to two years. Sep 22, 2019 it started with the 2004 powerbook g4, then 2008 macbook, iphone 3g, iphone 4, iphone 5, iphone 6, iphone 6s plus, iphone x, multiple other mac laptops, and numerous ipads. Because apple designs iphone, ios, and many applications, iphone is a truly integrated system. With applecare iphone xr, 6s plus, 7 plus and 8 plus protection plan, apple experts can help troubleshoot operating system and software issues with your iphone, including. Im at a loss as to how apple care would have been worth it after a week, since you specifically limited this to iphone 6 plus purchases. Sep 09, 20 applecare is no longer just an extended warranty program. Applecare iphone xr, 6s plus, 7 plus and 8 plus pricing. Are iphones really worth the money or is it just a hype.
If, over two years, you need only one screen repair, the coverage. Sep 22, 2019 over the years, ive owned many apple devices. Just in time for the iphone 6s, best buy confirms applecare. Yes, this phone and the smaller, iphone 6s, came out late 2015, so it makes it just a little under four years old. My applecare experience with a replacement iphone 6s plus. Just got my replacement 6s plus via ups, and i just thought id inbox it to show people the condition and what to expect from apple in terms of a replacement product. Get coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage, theft, or loss, each subject to a deductible of. Iam certainly feeling like applecare was worth it this time around. Steve jobs was an expert in selling the things that we actually didnt need. Applecare is a standard manufacturer warranty socalled limited warranty which apple provides for any new device for 1 year. Sep 23, 2019 it started with the 2004 powerbook g4, then 2008 macbook, iphone 3g, iphone 4, iphone 5, iphone 6, iphone 6s plus, iphone x, multiple other mac laptops, and numerous ipads. Whether you use iphone with a mac or a pc, just one phone call can help resolve most issues.
While people generally buy macs and ipads when they are falling apart, a lot of people love to buy the latest iphone every other year, if not every year. Its not worth it, in two years the phone wont be worth the 949 bucks that it would cost to pay it off. Heres what you need to know about whether or not the plan is worth it to protect your brandnew iphone. However, the new iphone 7 and iphone 7 plus are rated as dust. Because apple designs iphone, ios and many applications, iphone is a truly integrated system. Whether you use the iphone with a mac or pc just one phone call can resolve it all. Someone would have had to have dropped hisher phone or had some other problem and had it replaced already.
The iphone 6s looks like a minor upgrade from the iphone 6. If you treat the iphone haphazardly and dont use a screen protector or a case, some people buy applecare as an insurance policy instead of treating their phone with proper care. Is it worth upgrading to apples latest, and greatest, iphone. Check your service and support coverage apple support. Oct 10, 2014 while i thought i had built a pretty airtight case, there are apparently still people who remain unconvinced. Using ios and icloud questions about applebranded iphone apps such as facetime, mail, and calendar. As one recent example, a cult of mac column, discussing applecare for the iphone 6 and 6 plus, stated.
The basic version of applecare, however, does not protect against any kind of accidental damage. While i thought i had built a pretty airtight case, there are apparently still people who remain unconvinced. Basically, this plan covers any manufacturer defects. How to decide if applecare worth the price macdailynews. For that amount, apple doubles your oneyear limited warranty plan to two years from the original purchase date of the device. Applecare is no longer just an extended warranty program. Dont think about the fact that applecare once protected ipods.
In the midst of iphone 7 excitement yesterday two cameras. See applecare protection plan terms and conditions for complete product details. The iphone 11 pro and 11 pro max are pricey, even for smartphones. Apple would have to replace your broken iphone 7 plus with an iphone 7 plus, not an iphone 6s. If you purchase macs, iphones, ipads, and apple watches, it can become a very. After 12 payments, customers can grab the newest iphone and start the program over again.