Helpful tips

Can I extend AppleCare after it expires?

Can I extend AppleCare after it expires?

You cannot extend your coverage until your existing AppleCare coverage ends. Once it ends, you have 60 days to renew your coverage. Apple will not notify you when your AppleCare+ coverage ends, unless otherwise required by law.

Can I extend Apple warranty?

Every iPhone comes with 1 year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary support. AppleCare+ for iPhone extends your coverage to 2 years from your AppleCare+ purchase date1 and adds up to two incidents of accidental damage protection every 12 months.

Does Apple give you a brand new iPhone?

You will always get a new phone if it’s within the initial 14 days from purchase. Otherwise, it’s up to the Apple Store.

What is the difference between refurbished and replacement iPhone?

Refurbished devices bought from Apple have a standard one year warranty and are eligible for extended warranty. A replacement unit is just that – a service unit used to replace a device. A refurbished unit is lightly used, fixed and verified to be in complete working order and is resold at a discount.

What’s the difference between new and refurbished iPhone?

The main difference between a new and a refurbished product is its price (up to 90% cheaper). A refurbished device was either pre-owned or used as a display item. However, refurbished products go through the same testing process as new devices do, so any defect is found and repaired, and any faulty part is replaced.

How long does it take Apple to send a replacement phone?

Ordinarily, you can get a replacement at an Apple Store the same day you take yours in for evaluation. If you use the Apple Express service where they ship you a replacement and you ship your malfunctioning unit back, the turn around time in the USA is usually no more than 3-5 days.

Are refurbished iPhones good?

All products that Apple refurbish themselves are classed as ‘Excellent’. In fact, you may not know this, but if your device breaks and Apple give you a replacement, they actually give you a refurbished device. That’s right, you literally can’t tell between new and refurbished in this case.