Apple has introduced AppleCare One, a new subscription plan that lets users cover multiple Apple devices under a single policy. For $19.99 (approximately Rs 1700) per month, AppleCare One includes all the benefits of AppleCare+ and covers up to three devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
Subscribers get comprehensive coverage, including battery replacements, unlimited accidental damage repairs, theft and loss protection (now extended to iPad and Apple Watch), 24/7 priority access to Apple experts, and fast Apple-certified service.
Customers may sign up for their iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch and save up to $11 per month compared to enrolling in individual AppleCare+ plans for each. The cost of adding more items is $5.99 per month.
Customers can now add devices that are up to four years old, a major shift from the previous 60-day window. However, Apple notes that older devices must be in “good condition” and may need to pass a diagnostic check before being enrolled. Headphones can also be added, but only if they are less than a year old.
According to Apple, users can enroll in AppleCare One in an Apple Store or from their iPhone, iPad, or Mac starting on July 24.
AppleCare one also streamlines plan management. If a covered device is traded in at an Apple store, the subscription automatically transfers to the new device.
AppleCare One joins the growing ecosystem of Apple services, alongside AppleOne that bundles Apple Music, iCloud+, TV+, and more. Apple recently reported another record-breaking quarter of its services revenue.
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