If you’re looking to save money on your next iPhone purchase, purchasing a used model may be an option for you to consider.
The cost of a new iPhone 13 is far more expensive than a few hundred dollars, but that is still a significant saving.
Consider the following scenario: you decide to purchase an iPhone X that you discovered on eBay. It has a reasonable price and appears to be in good condition, so it is worth looking into.
Should you purchase it? And, if you do decide to purchase it, will you be able to get AppleCare – the company’s warranty coverage – on it?
Consider the possibility of purchasing an Apple iPhone 11 that has been refurbished. What are the chances of being able to get AppleCare+ added to your account in that situation? Will you be covered by the standard AppleCare plan? All of these are good questions to mull over in your head before you go out and buy a second-hand iPhone.
Even if you purchase your iPhone second-hand or refurbished, it is still a significant financial investment that you should safeguard.
Some older iPhones can be covered by AppleCare, including those that are as old as the iPhone 8.
Depending on which model you purchase, your insurance premium will vary.
After that, you’ll have to decide whether you want to spend a little more money to get AppleCare+, which provides theft and loss protection for your device.
Will the extra expense be worth it in the long run for peace of mind?
You do, however, need to take action in a reasonable amount of time.
When purchasing AppleCare+ for your iPhone, you will have 60 days from the date of purchase to add it to your device.
And this is true regardless of whether you purchased from Apple directly or from a third-party retailer.
Oh, and AppleCare+ coverage begins on the day you purchase your device, regardless of how long ago you purchased it.
As a result, are you able to obtain AppleCare coverage for your previously owned or refurbished iPhone? Now is the time to find out.
Is it possible to get AppleCare for a used iPhone?
If you purchased your refurbished iPhone directly from Apple or a third-party retailer, you can have AppleCare+ added to it within 60 days of purchasing the device. There is no way to put AppleCare on anything older than the iPhone 8, so don’t even think about buying an old iPhone 7 and trying to put it on it later.
Also, keep in mind that AppleCare+ begins on the day of purchase, regardless of whether or not you activated it on that day.
Which iPhones are still eligible for AppleCare+ coverage?
Should you consider adding Theft and Loss coverage as an additional layer of protection?
So, how exactly do you go about installing AppleCare+ on your iPhone?
Find out more about getting AppleCare+ for your used or refurbished iPhone model by continuing to read this article.
What exactly is AppleCare+ and how does it work?
AppleCare is the standard one-year warranty that is included with your iPhone when it is purchased brand new from the manufacturer.
It primarily covers defects caused by the manufacturer.
‘AppleCare+’ is an optional extended warranty that provides coverage for accidental damage and is valid for two years.
Within every 12 months, you are allowed to have two service incidents.
Fees, as well as any applicable sales taxes, are subject to change.
What is the cost of AppleCare+ in dollars?
There are fees associated with AppleCare+, in addition to the $199 you will pay upfront to obtain the service.
In the event of screen damage, the cost of repairs will be $29 per screen.
In addition, any other type of damage will cost you $99.
Screen damage used to be more expensive, but by raising the other repair fees to $99 (from $79), Apple was able to lower the cost of repairing screen damage and make it more justifiable.
What is the cost of Theft and Loss coverage?
If you decide to add Theft and Loss coverage to your AppleCare+ warranty, you will be charged a higher fee at the outset of your agreement.
This additional layer of protection will necessitate the use of the Find My app on your smartphone.
For each iPhone model, the following is a breakdown of the costs and deductibles that you should expect to incur:
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment for the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini:
– $149 for the standard version
– $219 for protection against theft and loss
Monthly payments for up to 5 years of coverage are available:
- $7.99/month for the basic plan
- $11.49 per month for standard theft and loss protection
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max are two of the most recent iPhone models.
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment: $199.
– The standard price is $199.
– $269 for protection against theft and loss
Monthly payments for up to 5 years of coverage are available:
- The standard rate is $9.99 per month.
- $13.49 per month for standard theft and loss protection
iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini are two new iPhone models.
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment: $199.
– $149 for the standard version
– $219 for protection against theft and loss
Monthly payments for up to 5 years of coverage are available:
- $7.99/month for the basic plan
- $11.49 per month for standard theft and loss protection
iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are two of the latest iPhone models.
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment: $199.
The standard price is $199.
- $269 for protection against theft and loss;
Payments are made monthly for up to 5 years of coverage.
- Standard plan: $9.99/month
- $13.49 per month for standard theft and loss protection.
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment for the iPhone 11: $199.
The standard price is $149.
$ 219 for protection against theft and loss
Payments are made monthly for up to 5 years of coverage.
regular price of $7.99/month
theft and loss protection for only $11.49/mo
2 years of AppleCare+ protection for the iPhone SE for a one-time fee:
- $79.00 for the basic plan
- $149 for theft and loss protection •
Payments are made monthly for up to 5 years of coverage.
- $3.99 per month for the basic plan
- $7.49/month with theft and loss insurance
iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max are the latest models of the iPhone.
AppleCare+ for two years with a one-time payment: $199.
– The standard price is $199.
– $299 for protection against theft and loss
Monthly payments for up to 5 years of coverage are available:
The standard rate is $9.99 per month.
– $14.99/mo. with theft and loss insurance
AppleCare+ for two years on the iPhone XR for one-time payment:
– $149 for the standard version
– $249 for protection against theft and loss
Monthly payments for up to 5 years of coverage are available:
- $7.99/month for the basic plan
- $12.99/month with theft and loss insurance
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The iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max come with two years of AppleCare+ for a one-time fee of $199.
– The standard price is $199.
– $299 for protection against theft and loss
AppleCare+ for two years on the iPhone 8 and iPhone 7 with a one-time payment:
– $129 for a standard room
– $199 for protection against theft and loss
AppleCare+ for two years on the iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 7 Plus with a one-time payment:
– $149 for the standard version
– $249 for protection against theft and loss
The amount of deductibles you must pay in the event of a loss or theft is determined by the model you own:
Apple’s iPhone SE is priced at $149.00.
- $199.00 for each of the following models: iPhone 8, iPhone 7, and iPhone 6s
- $229.00 for the iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7 Plus, and iPhone 6s Plus; $229.00 for the iPhone X; $229.00 for the iPhone XR
Apple is charging $269.00 for the iPhone 11 Pro, the iPhone 11 Pro Max, the Apple Watch Series 4, and the Apple Watch Series 3. Apple is charging $269.00 for the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and the Apple Watch Series 4.
How long do I have to purchase AppleCare+ after making my initial purchase?
You have 60 days from the date of purchase of your iPhone to choose AppleCare+ as your service provider. You are under no obligation to participate if you do not wish to.
AppleCare+ coverage will be available to you until the end of the 60-day trial period if you decide to invest in it.
Is it possible to receive AppleCare+ coverage for more than two years?
After your two-year period has expired, you can continue to use AppleCare+ on a month-to-month basis with a rolling monthly subscription plan (as shown in the image above).
Again, this is completely optional, but it does provide you with significantly more coverage time if you choose to do so.
And, yes, you have the option to cancel at any time.
What is the process for adding AppleCare+ to my iPhone?
To add AppleCare+ to your phone from your iPhone, simply follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone and select General.
- Select General from the drop-down menu.
- Select About from the drop-down menu.
- Select AppleCare+ Coverage Is Available from the drop-down menu.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to select and purchase AppleCare +.
Adding it online is simple and can be accomplished by following these steps:
- Open your preferred web browser and navigate to the AppleCare+ website to get started.
- Select iPhone from the product categories drop-down menu.
- Input the serial number of your iPhone or sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- To purchase AppleCare+, simply follow the on-screen instructions. Remember that you will need to allow a remote diagnostic on your iPhone for it to work.
Lastly, some final thoughts
In some cases, purchasing AppleCare+ for your refurbished iPhone is not a cost you want to incur when purchasing a pre-owned device.
Even if your device is still relatively new, it may be beneficial to have this option available (and therefore still relatively expensive).
If you are concerned about accidental damage, theft, or loss, then having it added to your policy may be a good decision.
