Warranty

Servicing HomePod mini without AppleCare+ is only $20 cheaper vs. buying a new one

Christian Zibreg ∙ November 11, 2020

If you don't have optional AppleCare+ extended warranty for the HomePod mini, Apple will charge you a fee of $79 per an out-of-warranty repair of the new $99 Siri-powered speaker — which is only $20 cheaper vs. buying a new one. Apple announced the new HomePod mini a month ago in an effort to widen the addressable market for its smart speakers. The full-size HomePod wasn't updated last month and continues to retail for $299.

AppleCare+ 1-year signup window works with all Apple hardware and month-to-month payments

Christian Zibreg ∙ August 21, 2020

The extended AppleCare+ signup window will be available for all Apple devices and work with the monthly payment option. AppleCare+ is Apple's optional extended warranty with accidental damage coverage. It should not be confused with your free 1-year AppleCare warranty.

AppleCare+ monthly payments rolling out in Canada, Australia and Japan

Christian Zibreg ∙ July 16, 2020

Apple fans in Canada, Australia and Japan now have the option to pay for extended ‌AppleCare‌+ warranty coverage for their iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch devices on a monthly basis, should they choose to do so, rather than pay upfront for the entire period with a discount.

You can now add AppleCare+ to AirPods and Beats for $29

Cody Lee ∙ September 10, 2019

In addition to its slew of other releases, Apple on Tuesday opened up its AppleCare+ support service to its line of headphones. Starting today, you can added AppleCare+ to any pair of AirPods or Beats headphones for just $29.

AppleCare+ is $69 for both new iPads, now covers Pencil even if purchased separately

Christian Zibreg ∙ March 18, 2019

Apple today unveiled a new 10.5-inch iPad Air and a fifth-generation iPad mini, both rocking better chips and Apple Pencil support. The devices come with Apple's standard 1-year limited warranty with an option to purchase an extended AppleCare+ coverage, priced at just $69.

Should you get AppleCare+ for your MacBook Pro?

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated March 1, 2022

If you recently bought a new MacBook Pro, you might wonder whether you should pay extra for AppleCare+ or not. This guide will help you decide by telling you more about AppleCare Protection Plan and AppleCare+. We will also go over the cost and why you might consider spending extra for AppleCare+ coverage.

Warranty

Servicing HomePod mini without AppleCare+ is only $20 cheaper vs. buying a new one

AppleCare+ 1-year signup window works with all Apple hardware and month-to-month payments

AppleCare+ monthly payments rolling out in Canada, Australia and Japan

You can now add AppleCare+ to AirPods and Beats for $29

AppleCare+ is $69 for both new iPads, now covers Pencil even if purchased separately

Should you get AppleCare+ for your MacBook Pro?

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Macs bought in Australia or New Zealand now have 3-year warranty

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iPhone X, iPhone 8 & Apple Watch Series 3 water/dust resistance has not improved