Apple presents a new subscription model that bundles the previous AppleCare+offers in a single plan-regardless of whether it is iPhone, iPad or MacBook.
• The subscription bundles up to three devices at a flat rate
• Cover includes unlimited repairs, exchange devices in the event of damage, preferred 24/7 support and battery protection
• Devices can also be added afterwards, not just new purchases
Uniform tariff for several Apple devices
The new service is called “AppleCare One” and is initially only available in the USA. The aim is to make the protection of Apple hardware easier, more flexible and, above all, cheaper, especially for those who have more than one device. Instead of completing their own protective plan for each iPhone, iPad or Mac, several devices can now be summarized in a single subscription.
As The Verge reports, the subscription covers up to three devices for $ 19.99 per month. If you need more, you can add more for $ 5.99 each. The big difference to the classic AppleCare+: AppleCare One combines all services in a tariff – including theft and loss protection.
Comprehensive services
Apple has also clarified what exactly is covered. In addition to unlimited repairs for accidental damage, battery repairs are also included – for example when the capacity falls below 80 percent. There is also continuous technical support. The theft and loss protection is a significant extension, which is no longer limited to the iPhone. As Techcrunch explains, this protection will also apply to iPads and Apple Watches in the future.
Older devices can also be bogged down
In contrast to the previous regulation, devices that are no longer brand new can now be included in the protective plan. As Apple Newsroom reports, this applies to iPhones, iPads, Macs and Apple Watches up to the age of four. For headphones such as Airpods, the limit is one year. A technical diagnostic test that is carried out via the Apple Support app is a prerequisite for recording. The new regulation thus allows existing devices to be integrated retrospectively into the plan.
Administration via the Apple account
Another detail shows how much Apple trims the new offer on everyday suitability. If a device is exchanged, for example as part of a trade-in, the new device automatically moves into the existing plan. According to Apple, this works without having to become active yourself. Adding or removing devices is also carried out directly via the personal Apple account. This flexibility is likely to be well received, especially in households with several devices.
Price advantages compared to individual contracts
The fact that AppleCare One is financially interesting shows a simple comparison: If you want to secure an iPhone, an iPad and an Apple Watch, you will quickly pay over $ 30 a month with separate contracts. With the new plan it is less than $ 20. According to Apple, users can save up to eleven US dollars a month – without foregoing the usual service.
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