Why you might want to get AppleCare+ for your new 14" & 16" MacBook Pro!

Why you might want to get AppleCare+ for your new 14" & 16" MacBook Pro with the new M1 Pro and M1 Max SOC (processor). This video will talk about what AppleCare+ is, what are some of the many benefits that comes with this extended warranty. Why it is a great idea to get it for any Apple Product but particularly for these new 14" & 16" MacBook Pro. Along with insight of which one to get, yearly or the 3 years plan, is one better and why. In addition, if you didn't get AppleCare+ for the device at purchase, how to go about getting it with self enrollment, what is the criteria and how long do you have to get AppleCare+ find out in this video!

[@vladcode]

replacing the battery in a MacBook Pro is about $250... that being said, getting apple care+ for 3 years and having your battery hit 80% health, they will replace that battery without any deductible. The price alone offsets the apple care+ cost. If you plan on keeping the MacBook for 3+ years, that warranty will pay itself if you need to replace the battery 3 years later.

[@vladcode]

additionally, you can cancel the warranty anytime and they will refund you a pro-rated amount of months that were not used. but once you cancel it, you will not be able to add apple care + back,, so think before you cancel!

[@ArtIsRight]

There you go!

[@peterparker2068]

The need for battery replacement within three years can vary greatly depending on individual usage patterns. As someone who doesn't use high-end MacBooks and prioritizes cost, I personally haven't encountered this issue within a three-year timeframe. While AppleCare provides extended coverage, it's important to remember that the standard one-year warranty is often supplemented by an additional year of warranty through credit card purchases. This extended warranty can be helpful, but it's worth noting that it might not cover all potential issues. It's also crucial to acknowledge that warranty coverage depends on the cause of the problem. Apple is not necessarily at fault for all device issues, as user behavior and accidental damage can also play a role. The butterfly keyboard case, which resulted in a class-action lawsuit, serves as an example of a specific design flaw recognized by Apple. Ultimately, the decision to opt for AppleCare and the frequency of battery replacement are personal choices based on individual needs and budget considerations. It's important to weigh the costs and benefits involved before making a decision.

[@KainSwiss]

@@peterparker2068 During the intel macs era the batteries where useless. The batteries are way way better now. So it's a tricky one

[@protrainingtips]

I keep my MacBooks around 8 years before replacing.

[@JoeTourist]

For those of us who travel (soon!), AppleCare+ is invaluable, since the coverage is worldwide. So, if you're in Singapore and the screen is damaged, call Apple and they will direct you to the nearest repair location. If you're in a remote area, they will pay priority shipping both ways, and I've even heard of them cross-shipping a refurb so you don't have to wait for the return of your device.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@Dreamwunder]

I bought applecare for iPhone when I was living in Korea because of “global” coverage. My phone broke after moving back to U.S and apple refused to fix my phone and told me to send my phone to Korea to get it fixed with me paying for all shipping and huge shipping time. I talked on phone customer service for hours and talked to upper management as well and they still refused to fix my phone. Global coverage is not always as I painfully learned

[@3rd-SA]

@@Dreamwunder I don't think iPhone is global coverage, but Macbook is.

[@justpassingby3409]

@@Dreamwunder did you have the plus version or the standard? Because they fixed mine

[@Dreamwunder]

@@justpassingby3409 plus. I talked over phone for hours with upper managers at apple too and all they could do is refund remaining applecare+. Basically threw away +$800 i spent on my phone

[@Panache_]

As far as warranties go I agree that Applecare+ is one of the best. That being said I treat as I do all warranties. If you can afford to live without it or you can afford to replace it immediately (without debt) if you can’t live without it don’t get the warranty. Statistically you are more likely to save money over time. That’s easy to determine as Apple or any company with extended warranties has done the math and determined the money you spend on the warranty should be less than the average coverage cost. Of course if you use it one time for you personally it will probably have come out ahead but over years and many devices odds are you’ll lose money. Although it depends on the value of your peace of mind. From personal experience I’ve probably had 30 apple devices between my wife and I over the past decade and we would have had zero claims. If we bought apples warranty we probably would have spend more than a new 16” MacBook pro on all them combined.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@RunForPeace-hk1cu]

Laws if probability The best argument for AC+ is if you use it professionally and travel a lot. You don’t want to muck around local repair shops. Just drop by apple and they will give you a replacement laptop while their service your computer. That makes perfect sense why you should get AC+. Time is money and you can’t afford to run a business or make your living without your laptop. AC+ is definitely worth it in that instance and it’s a tax right off

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@0rtmasta]

I bought apple care for my old 2011 MBP. I had the motherboard fail 3 times due to faulty solder on the GPU and I had the battery replaced as well. Each board replacement was over $900Aud. The last replacement was actually after apple care had expired however they replaced it as a good will gesture for having had Apple Care and this being a reoccurring fault. Short answer is it paid for itself many times over.

[@ArtIsRight]

Well said my friend!

[@abuabdillahk7254]

Paid for itself, but these were all manufacturing defects, its insane that the customer should ever have to cover that to begin with

[@0rtmasta]

That's true but before Australian consumer law came into effect I had no recourse except to appeal to Apple and at that time as there was no recall on the faulty GPU's. I used that laptop for 9 years.

[@ArtIsRight]

Yes I remember the GPU Issues, had that on so many MBPs

[@Hawtload]

If you're someone who takes good care of their tech like I do, I would personally only recommend getting it for the first 6 months to a year to cover any manufacturer defects that take a while to develop.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@stefan4831]

Doesnt the machine come with At least a year warranty ??

[@ajrc1987]

@@stefan4831 it does, and 2 years in EU.

[@bobschaffel1492]

The one year limited warranty does not cover damage created from your action or misfortune... only manufacturing defects. Accidental damage coverage is essentially the value of the first year of AppleCare+ .

[@stefan4831]

@@ajrc1987 great, that should cover unexpected manufacturing defects. That's why I don't get people find the insurance worthwhile for the first year. I would like to have it from year 4 onwards. Even then, never had an issue with any of my 5 apple computers so I would have wasted a nice MacBook worth of insurance. But that's the insurance dilemma I suppose

[@Andrea-Zerg]

i'm a HP zbook user. HP has got a few extended warranty plans. One of them that I always get is a one time fee for 5 years onsite within 48 hours repair globally.

[@ArtIsRight]

nice!

[@kennethochoa7550]

good advice thanks on my 2017 15" MBP the 2nd week the screen was defective, apple fixed it, a year or so later the screen had the same problem and apple care plus Took care of it but after the 3 years were up, the screen went dead I payed 700 hundred dollars for a new screen, I up in the air about buying the new Mac book air 14" with the m1 but I enjoyed the larger screen, the good audio and the extra power I had with the MBP 2017. so far it hasn't blinked out so I feel good about my decision😉 oh yeah they also replaced the battery

[@ArtIsRight]

It can be worth while. I would look the 15" MBP or a 14" MBP or even the 16" M1 Pro

[@filterfreephotography]

I have had very good luck with my older MBPs, but with the new chip and monitor design, I have decided to add it before the 60 days are up on my new 14" MBP. I like your reasoning for the 3 years, but not sure if I can swing the full amount right now.

[@ArtIsRight]

I totally understand!

[@RemyOrtiz]

Depending on your location, AppleCare+ is available in annual $149.99USD installments. However, from what I can tell, doing it this way can theoretically give you an infinite warranty as the disclaimer is "until canceled". Hope this helps!

[@erxfav3197]

@@RemyOrtiz mm I think Apple care only works for 3 years from the purchase date or initiation (which would be within 60 days of purchase) I think “until cancelled” means ‘whichever comes first’

[@W4TSKY]

@@erxfav3197 I got Applecare for my new iPad and in the store they said you have the option to renew it if you buy a fixed installment (1 year or 3 years) and it runs out. It also does go on theoretically forever (until cancelled/card declines) if you buy the monthly installment plan.

[@julianperry4767]

As someone with the new M1 Pro, let's put it this way. "Apple Care, or Apple Don't Care". The cost of repair out of AppleCare is insane if you crack your screen or have other damage. It's worth the peace of mind honestly. Apple systems can be hard to repair and 3rd party shops may not have official parts.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@homesavvytech]

I've already bough 3rd party accidental damage protection for the first year. I'm now thinking of buying AC+ for my 13" MacBook primarily for the 2 years of additional warranty it provides. I' not a big Apple user, but have had great experience with their support in the past

[@ArtIsRight]

I hear you!

[@Hawtload]

I had the touch screen on my ipad pro go out after it was 5 months old (1 month before my apple care ran out), and they gave me a brand new one. I certainly would have been pissed if my brand new ipad crapped out and they forced me to pay for it. Also I've had to replace the hard drive on my imac as well.

[@ArtIsRight]

I hear you!

[@papercut1987]

My 22 years old IBM W520 did not had any problem even after I dropped it twice from table height. On the other hand, a MSI I got in 2018 died 15months after purchase, gpu gone and it was soldered with mb, so it was a total lost. (well, I was able to recup the ram, SSD and sold the screen on eBay to get some money back). I miss the old days when things were made to last.

[@ArtIsRight]

They are appliances now!

[@WhittyPics]

Apple stands behind their stuff better than most companies. They have fixed things for me that were known issues that weren't even under warranty. Where Apple Care may make sense if you think you may damage your device.

[@WhittyPics]

If you damage your device like cracking a display, Apple won't replace it free though they will replace your screen for a lower cost than if you didn't have Apple Care.

[@ArtIsRight]

That is right, but having manufacturer defect extended warranty works has served me well in the past

[@erxfav3197]

@@ArtIsRight oh they extend the manufacturer defect warranty if you purchase AppleCare+?

[@ErinL95]

I haven't had my m3 MacBook Pro for 30 days and the track pad is already cracked. I had purchased apple care when I got it and am so glad I did. The only downside is having to drive almost an hour to the store and leave my MacBook there for a couple days and have to go back and pick it up. And can't forget the extra $100 I'll have to spend.

[@ArtIsRight]

Next time, you might want to ask for mail-in repair. It may not be available in all cases, but it is worth considering.

[@ErinL95]

@@ArtIsRight if it was anything other than my MacBook or phone I’d probably consider mail in. But those two things would be greatly missed for 5-7 days. I have Apple care on my watches, AirPods and 3 iPads as well so if mail in is an option for those I probably would. I also had the misfortune recently of going to Best Buy for my Apple Pencil when it broke (my iPad Apple care covered it) and they were so difficult to deal with. I only went there because they were 20 minutes closer than Apple but I’ll never do that again.

[@ArtIsRight]

Yeah I would not deal with Bestbuy, they are terrible. About Apple Care mail-in repair, it takes 24 hours to get a box out to you from the time you request it. Once you ship it, they use an overnight label, so it will get to the facility in less than 24 hours. The repair once it arrives is usually on the same day or overnight, and then they ship it back to you overnight, but I hear you.

[@jaakkotahtela123]

For an individual customer AppleCare might make sense but not for a business. I have worked in a medium sized company (about 40 Macs) for 15 years and there was never a case where AppleCare would have saved anything. All the Macs that were faulty within the three year period AppleCare would have been applicable broke within the first year. So they were covered under the regular warranty.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@OscarAlvarado93]

Nng

[@_6-6_]

The other crazy thing about AppleCare is it doesn’t scale with upgrades. It costs the same for an $8000 MacBook as it does for the base model.

[@ArtIsRight]

good and bad I supposed

[@arlencarlson]

Any MBP I have ever purchased, I have always gotten AppleCare. Same with for my iPads and iPhones. Well worth the investment.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@RunForPeace-hk1cu]

I think if you are buying a decked out mbp laptop, it makes perfect sense. But if you bought the base model maybe not. AC+ for base model is 10-15% of the value of the laptop for the for first 3yrs. AC+ for decked out laptop is about 5-7% for the first 3yrs. The probability is you most likely just replacement battery 🔋 ($200) in the first 3yrs, but display replacement, etc … more likely 5-7yrs down the road. So you end up paying for AC+ end up costing you about the same or more. 5-7yrs of AC+ coverage will cost you $500-800 ($100/yr after 3yrs). Laws of probability The best argument for AC+ is if you use it professionally and travel a lot. You don’t want to muck around local repair shops. Just drop by apple and they will give you a replacement laptop while their service your computer. That makes perfect sense why you should get AC+. Time is money and you can’t afford to run a business or make your living without your laptop. AC+ is definitely worth it in that instance and it’s a tax right off

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@FabioAneto]

Little note: liquids, at least in Italy, are not covered. I asked the question to our Apple Business agent, and he confirmed that the Apple Care covers basically everything BUT liquid spills on laptops. That’s a bit of a bummer, but… I’m a person who dropped twice his 15” and got it repaired basically for free just because of Apple care 😂 Oh, and don’t ask me how I did drop it, but when you have a frenetic production life, shit happens 😆

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@nojarai]

did they repair it or give you a new macbook?

[@Jonny94669]

New Macbook Pro 14/16 Applecare is just £90/year in the UK. That's just £7.50/month to buy you complete peace of mind. Seems a lot of commenters are forgetting that Applecare and manufacturer's warranty are 2 different things. A warranty does not protect against liquid spills, dust build up ruining your fans, drops etc. It also covers your cables/power adapter in case it starts fraying and also gives a 'free' battery replacement in case yours goes below 80% capacity. For me, it's worth it for the peace of mind alone and not having to 'baby' my Macbook, but instead, enjoy it.

[@ArtIsRight]

Great point!

[@phototristan]

The thing that kind of sucks about it is that it overlaps our included one year warranty. So, you are paying for AppleCare+ even during the normal manufacture one year warranty period because they only give you 60 days to purchase it from the date of purchase.

[@ArtIsRight]

I hear you, however, this has been a consistence practice for decades already. I would think of this as an extended warranty with privileges, many which you don't get with just a regular warranty. For instance, advanced replacement or mail in option on certain devices.

[@kelb89]

I had my last macbook drop and the screen crack. With applecare + I paid $200 to replace it, as opposed to $1k. Well worth it.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@zachg9065]

I just got the 16" MacBook Pro, I still have the chance to add AppleCare+, just $400 is a hard pill to swallow.

[@ArtIsRight]

You have to think of it as a 3 years extended warranty and each 12 month you get 2 incidental damage, with co pay of course but any manufacture defect would be fully covered. Personally I think it is worthwhile because repair on these devices can be expensive. If you divide the cost by 3 year, you are really paying under $0.40 a day for a peace of mind. Something to consider.

[@Salty_Biscuitz88]

You have think of it as a daily cost of 30 cents or something. You will get your money worth back once you need a change of battery or some accidental damage. And now you have unlimited claims for accidental damage. Just have to pay the $100 or something.

[@Filtersloth]

For accidents I have insurance, and for manufacturing faults there is the Consumer Guarantees Act (in my country at least)

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@flammg]

every time i ordered one. but the price difference for 14‘ and 16‘ isn‘t comprehensible, thanks apple

[@ArtIsRight]

ok

[@CheerupA1]

This is a good video, perhaps you will consider making an updated video covering any changes or new experiences with apple care plus

[@ArtIsRight]

Thank you. So far the policy has been the same. Nothing much has changed

[@raytsh]

I got AC+ for this new MPB 16'' but only because this is a 1st-gen device. If it would be 2nd or 3rd gen, I would not get AC+.

[@ArtIsRight]

Sensible and my point exactly!

[@DarkPa1adin]

You make me want to get AC+

[@Ryan_Bentley]

An alternative to apple care is insuring your equipment through your homeowners insurance or renters insurance. You can usually add accidental drops and spills for your computers and other devices.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@mikedavis1110]

Great info and examples on your reasoning. I did buy on our previous conversations about configurations! I saw a video were a new MBP was broken down to the chassis and it’s a detailed machine.

[@ArtIsRight]

Thank you Mike!

[@alexfvcruz]

i've been buying Apple products for 9 years and never had a problem with devices expect iPhones batteries going bad due to usage. AppleCare might not even be worth it here in Portugal like it is for people with an actual Apple Store nearby.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@BlaxkNobility]

Good advice is worth it’s weigh in gold. Art is always right.

[@ArtIsRight]

I would not go that far ;) I am not always right but I try to get most of the information as accurate to the fact as much as possible.

[@BlaxkNobility]

@@ArtIsRight 🤗

[@johntheadmin916]

I added apple care to my new MacBook.

[@ArtIsRight]

Awesome

[@ReginaldoKono]

You are already my Pro tech guy. thank you! Last week I bought a Macbook PRO. The store (not Apple, neither Apple official reseller) offered me their own insurance service, where they cover also thefts,. Their monty payment is 30% cheaper than the Apple Care *, so I wonder if it worths to go for their service or the Apple one?...

[@ArtIsRight]

I personally would go with Apple for these computers. reason why is because of parts pairing. at least with apple you know that the repair will come from the source. As for theft, I would may be find a way to add the laptop to your insurance as a rider.

[@ReginaldoKono]

@@ArtIsRight You're very right. After assigning the insurance and by reading all the document from the SquareTrade insurance company at home, it was not clear about the coverage for a portable device, as the MBP. So, I sent them an email, and firstly they replied that couldn't find my policy (unprofessional answer), and asked me contact them through phone. Well, since I want to register the conversation in a email, I insisted and then they finally replied with the answers. For my big surprise, they told me exactly the opposite from what the retail store saleswoman has told me, in a nutshell, they replied that my policy doesn't not covers accidental damage outside my country, and that theft is not included in this policy. So, I'll opt for Apple's insurance service and never try third-party insurance companies for Apple products again.

[@Bamperz]

It’s interesting to note that I didn’t purchase Apple Care initially. My computer was under warranty so I sent it in for repair 8mo. later. They’re letting me add Apple care again for another 45 days. I think I might take advantage of it this time around. Hopefully I take more advantage of it in the last year or at least get a battery replacement. I just think it’s hilarious how Apple dropped their quality and psychologically turned a problem we didn’t use to have into a “good experience” but I guess that’s where the economy is going

[@ArtIsRight]

Everyone is doing this in some form or another. At least Apple is making the process easier with Apple Care Plus

[@Bamperz]

@@ArtIsRight do you know if they offer anything different for business? Dell has pretty good service too and they’ll often come to your location to make replacements on the spot (for business at least)

[@ArtIsRight]

I think they do have a business Apple Care +, you can try googling it for some basic info, but I know that have something along those line. Though it is fairly pricey.

[@anubhav9000]

I don’t think you can subscribe at the end of 3-years if you pay for the 3-year plan, only if you get the annual subscription. Can you please confirm?

[@ArtIsRight]

Actually you can, same with the iPhone and iPad, watch etc. This is so new so by the time 3 years is up this might change again. Once you are done with the 2 or year coverage you have 60 days to buy into the annual plan.

[@samanthan.rivera6081]

Thanks for the informational video. I’ll be getting AppleCare on my new laptop 💻

[@ArtIsRight]

:)

[@Millicente]

It was worth it on the last MacBook Pro I owned because I had to constantly go in for repairs. So ironically that experience made me love apple care of but hate Apple laptops. At the end of my coverage they even told me your coverage is over even though it’s an existing problem it’ll cost you to fix it. No thanks mr apple. I’ll buy your phones but you can keep your computers and warranties

[@ArtIsRight]

I feel you!

[@Rocky_KO]

I believe a premium product should have better reliability and a longer manufacturer warranty from the get go so I never liked the AppleCare upsell.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@transitengineer]

Apple Care has always been a bit tricky. Before 2015, I would never buy it for a desktop because most parts on my system's would break within either the first year (when covered by the basic Apple warranty) or 5-7 years later which, is after the period of Apple Care. Today, if buying a new $3,000, 27-inch iMac Pro, I would buy Apple Care. However, if buying a $900, M-1 mac mini, I would not not buy Apple Care.

[@sanjitroy1992]

Hi, i have a question regarding apple care + (3 years plan). I live in India and planning to get a 14'' Macbook M3 Max (14‑core CPU, 30‑core GPU) from USA as my friend lives there. During these 3 years of coverage if something goes wrong will i be able to claim a repair for this laptop in India? As apple provides Global repair coverage? Thank you. Love your videos 😊

[@ArtIsRight]

They should but I would double check with Apple Before policy changes all the time

[@ReidDesigns]

Thanks for this. My experience with AC has been that almost inevitably right after the 3 year extended is that the machine experiences hardware failure. Lol so I would go with the yearly coverage, cause my experience has been the machines have a 3 year shelf life.

[@ArtIsRight]

You can do that, but if you want to pay the least amount of money, I would go for the full 3 years at the beginning and then afterward you can renew it yearly. It is not much but it is a few coffee or a meal.

[@ReidDesigns]

@@ArtIsRight Oh. Didn't know that was an option. BUT I'd have to visit an Apple store (of which there is none near here in 1000's of miles) or would an authorised Apple Repair shop be able to facilitate that?

[@ArtIsRight]

Initial Apple Care + can be purchased with the device, if you didn't do that you can add it from the device within the first 60 days online. It is super easy. However, if you didn't do that and you are within 1 year of the purchase date, you would have to go to an apple store, bring the receipt along with the device in for a genius inspection to purchase the apple care +, at which point you would still have the option to choose 3 years lump sum or yearly. If you can buy apple care + from the device now you would have this option as well, no need to go to a store. I don't know your circumstance but this is how you can approach this. And at the end of the 3 years you would have 30 days to add the Apple Care + on a yearly renewal.

[@AL-ALady]

Excellent information 😊

[@ArtIsRight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sumeetj3628]

It's been 5 months since purchase of 14" MacBook Pro. Will I be able to purchase Apple Care+ now?

[@ArtIsRight]

If you are in the US you have up to 1 year. The caveat is that after 60 days you have to setup an appointment - Genius Bar appt at an apple store. Bring the laptop along with the purchase receipt in, they will verify and from there you can purchase apple care +, again you have up to 1 year from the date of purchase.

[@skymakai]

But can you get the 3 year coverage, then renew every year??

[@ArtIsRight]

My understanding is yes, you have 60 days once your apple care + is over to reenrolled the device in AppleCare+ Subscription plan. Again policy down the road may change but as of now and to the best of my knowledge yes.

[@jelly7983]

Sir, I have a question on this sir. Should I buy Apple Care+ on the same day I purchased my Ipad Pro or I can buy in the future time before actual standard warranty expired?? Which one is the best sir? Right after or Later on?

[@ArtIsRight]

Just buy it after from the iPad. In the settings it will tell you how many days you have left. This is a good way to deferred apple care coverage. you technically have 60 days from the first activation date to get apple care from the device. Afterwards you have to go to an apple store for inspection and this second method has to be done with in the first year of purchase.

[@jelly7983]

@@ArtIsRight Thank you so much for the clear explanation sir 👏

[@carlzheng2683]

@ArtIrRight So say that you buy a new Macbook Pro, when you buy apple care plus does it start after the 60 days then 3years so you have 3years and 60days of care. Or is it only 3years the moment you buy the plan? Wouldn't it be smart to wait till 59days then buy apple care? For me my laptop usually stay home, no risk in getting dmg since its usually in clam shell mode and rarely moves. I'm usually carefull and its already in a case is it still worth it? I'm planning to buy the $3699 m3 Max config a step up bump from the m3 max 16in base model.

[@ArtIsRight]

the smart move would be to buy on day 59 or 60

[@wretchedworm]

what if u are getting a mac mini or mac studio? i just ordered a mac studio and i didn't get it. I think its only worth it if it is something that has a screen

[@ArtIsRight]

Probably not, but I got one for mine anyways. what I found with the desktop Macs without screen is that there's less of a need for apple care +

[@Dr.Abhinav_]

Is it worth to buy apple care plus for Macbook air m2 which cost me 70000INR (800USD) in sale in India . By considering the depreciation cost of mac if i damage my logic board my spilling water over it it would cost me 44000INR (525USD) along careplus cost amd service deductible cost what to do i m confused asf

[@ArtIsRight]

ok

[@clarkjames1510]

in the US/ASIA, do you not have warrantees that cover manufacturing defects? In the UK/EU I think you get 2 years warrantee on any issue you could have, except for accidental damage, so in that way apple care+ might be worth it i'm you're likely to damage it, but faults are covered for free by the warrantee afaik

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@transitengineer]

In the US, on most new Apple products, you get a free basic 1-year warranty ( parts and labor).

[@carstenn3335]

@Clark James the problem with statutory warranties is that you'll be dealing with the seller (not the manufacturer) and it is usually just covering manufacturing defects that existed when you bought the machine. If your device is more than half a year old, the seller will start to argue that it's a new flaw that wasn't present when you received the machine. As this is near impossible to prove, the 2 years statutory warranty is actually not worth all that much.

[@KainsTorment]

Hi I have a question about AppleCare+ I completely understand AppleCare+ is helpful for MacBooks etc… But what about if you want to cover a M2 Mac Pro which is safe on a table etc.? Basically I’ve never had AppleCare for Mac Pros as they very rarely go wrong and to be honest up until now I thought AppleCare was a bit of a con as it seems to offer very little for a lot of money where Mac Pros are concerned…. I had a 2019 Mac Pro and it broke after 3 years and they still don’t know how it broke, however Apple has very kindly gave me a replacement M2 Mac Pro Ultra, so now I’m wondering how I can cover this new Mac and if it’s actually worth it as Mac Pros are bombproof 99.9% of the time. I’m disabled so my Mac Pro helps me with everything so it’s my life but at the same time I’m pretty skint 😂 What would you suggest to extend the warranty on this brand new replacement and is it actually worth the money? Oh by the way I’m still waiting for this replacement Mac to arrive I’m just trying to be prepared etc. Thanks in advance

[@ArtIsRight]

Once you get the machine you'll have 60 days to decide to do it yourself and up to 1 year to do it through Apple. For a desktop machine there are very little need for it, however, I still get mine anyways. Part of the reason is that should anything ever go wrong it is covered. Damage are less likely to happen but manufacturer defect that will show up over time yes. And since these computer are non upgradable now or even repairable for that matter, I get it because if something goes wrong with the SSD, SoC, etc. I am covered and it does not have to be an out of pocket expense on my part. Like everything in life it is a peace of mind really, a small price to pay for some and something else to others.

[@KainsTorment]

@@ArtIsRight ok thanks buddy. Do you know roughly how much AppleCare+ is and how long it lasts for? And does it cover Apple Parts inside the tower?

[@ArtIsRight]

The whole machine inside and out. Price you can get a yearly subscription paid yearly or one lump sum the first time around that will cover the machine for 3 years. the latter is a little cheaper and allows you to transfer it to a new owner, the former option ties it to your Apple ID and that is it. If you don't renew, the other new owner can't renew it under their apple pd

[@KainsTorment]

@@ArtIsRight thanks buddy

[@albertaguilar681]

Hi, do you recommend to buy apple care for a new MacBook Pro 16"

[@ArtIsRight]

I did for mine and I would recommend it considering how new these are. If anything brakes parts are going to be hard to come by and expensive. It would be wise.

[@albertaguilar681]

@@ArtIsRight Thank you so much.

[@ArtIsRight]

Sure thing!

[@noahagustin]

I have a question cause I just recently damage my Macbook and it’s completely damage it by accident? screen are damage the laptop is dented how much will I be paying with applecare+?

[@ArtIsRight]

if you have apple care +, take it to the apple store or call them up. They will run a diagnostic and give you a co-pay price. It is not that bad. If it is just the display my guess is that the co pay is $129 or below, this is my guess, and this would all change based on the laptop, model year that you have.

[@johnforde7735]

I'm already covered with my home and contents insurance.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@megaspacebar4664]

Does Apple Care Plus replace the logic board if the macbook just stops working for any reason other than accident?

[@ArtIsRight]

If the other reasons is manufacture defect and not tampering yes. Also they will replaced it under accidental damage as well, just that there's a co pay.

[@megaspacebar4664]

@@ArtIsRight My previous macbook pro just stopped after an update and the apple authorised service centre told me to replace the logic board. So in this situation with Apple Care Plus do they replace it?

[@ArtIsRight]

I can't speak on behalf of Apple. If you don't have Apple Care + Already and didn't enrolled the device within the time frame. They will repair it but it will be out of pocket.

[@megaspacebar4664]

@@ArtIsRight What happens if I have Apple Care Plus but the faulty covered item (in this case a MacBook) has been discontinued before the plan expires? Will they be replaced with a new model?

[@ArtIsRight]

Most likely. I don't know the specificity of your situation. So I would reach out to apple for help on this.

[@jadmarc94]

Hi, quick question: so I live in Italy but I am moving to Czech Republic in 2 months. If I buy the AppleCare+ in Italy, does it cover in Czech Republic and all other countries worldwide? Thanks

[@ArtIsRight]

I would call Apple Italy up and ask, Usually as far as my understanding goes, Apple Care + is world wide.

[@brucemacneil]

Thumbs up. A worthwhile expenditure: shirts and a background light. Maybe a t-shirt subscription???

[@ArtIsRight]

I am ok with my purple shirt ;)

[@brucemacneil]

@@ArtIsRight trust me. Time to move on.

[@ArtIsRight]

naw, thanks for chiming in though.

[@sharonb.9128]

Thanks for the info.

[@ArtIsRight]

You bet!

[@justpassingby3409]

I like AppleCare+, very informative video

[@ArtIsRight]

I'm with you!

[@gunit6815]

I just purchased a m1 MacBook Air. Today my kids spilled water on it and the screen is all messed up with what looks like blotches under the screen. It’s not too late for me to purchase applecare + would it be covered or would I be wasting my money on apple care right now just to get it repaired if it’s not covered. I’m in Canada.

[@ArtIsRight]

dm me for suggestions on fb page or insta

[@Salty_Biscuitz88]

You can’t get applecare plus if you have received your device for more than 60 days. Oh and you have already damaged the laptop.

[@gunit6815]

@@Salty_Biscuitz88 I got it just fine after the screen was broken. They replaced it no questions asked

[@TobyCostaRica]

Someone or something much smarter than me calculated extended warranties to be profitable. I never get them.

[@ArtIsRight]

ok

[@komapilot1]

Great video and I couldn't agree more. I also have apple care on every product, the one time I didn't get it on my Apple Watch and I had an issue it was a nightmare dealing with the manufacturer warranty which involves mailing it to them which (during covid with mail delays) took 3 weeks each way they estimated, so 6 weeks total to get my watch repaired! no way I'm dealing with that on my work horse M1 max

[@ArtIsRight]

Ditto!

[@jimtipton8888]

Way to logical Art! I never have, but you make a very good case and I am going to reconsider.

[@ArtIsRight]

I would say for first gen product why not.

[@typingcat]

EXTENDED WARRANTY? HOW CAN I LOSE?

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@wawanbalik]

Art helping me to make a good decision again, thank you!

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@AndysTV]

How about for iphone?

[@ArtIsRight]

That too I have it on all of mine but it is all a value proposition that each have to evaluate on their own. Some people are all for it, some adamant against it.

[@enicnarflefebvre1]

If I choose to pay every year and my computer gets to 10 years old, will it still be repaired with apple care+?

[@ArtIsRight]

Great questions. I can't answer for Apple but this is what I think is going to happen. 1. These Apple Care + yearly are not around long enough yet to the point that we see Mac become "vintage" in Apple parlance - obsolete or discontinued. So it is one of those we shall see, they have said what they will do but the can change this policy on whim. 2. What will most likely happen is that once your product become vintage they may stop apple care. If they allow it to continue, and if something happens to your machine they might replaced it with a current base model unit, if you are still covered under apple care +. But the reality is this, if pro are using these computers, they would get change out every 3 - 5 years at the longest. For consumer that can be longer. Hope this helps.

[@enicnarflefebvre1]

@@ArtIsRight Thanks a lot for your fast answer. I have a 2016 MacBook Pro that is working very well but I would like to buy the new 15 inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip and I want it to last very very long. I use my iPad 2022 much more than my laptop but there are things I do on my laptop that I can’t do on my iPad. Also, when I add a note on my iPad 2022 and/or iPhone 13, it doesn’t get synchronized on my MacBook because it’s too old and doesn’t use the new Apple chips. I guess I will have to contact Apple for Apple care plan, to be sure about what will happen if my new laptop gets quite old. Have a nice day!

[@enicnarflefebvre1]

Also, I am not a pro, just a retired 70 years old lady, but I want my laptop to last a long long time.

[@ArtIsRight]

"Also, when I add a note on my iPad 2022 and/or iPhone 13, it doesn’t get synchronized on my MacBook because it’s too old and doesn’t use the new Apple chips." To clarify this, the reason why this happen is only partially because of the reasons that you stated. MacBook is too old, somewhat, the issues really stems from the supported OS version. And having an apple chip is not a pre-requisite for these feature. The OS, however, is. One way to get around this is to use a bypass such as Open Core Legacy Patcher, it will a boot loader that enabled older machines to run current OS. This will circumvent the OS issues that you have with syncing. "I guess I will have to contact Apple for Apple care plan, to be sure about what will happen if my new laptop gets quite old." If you do contact them, ask for Apple Care Administration Department. By pass the tier 1 support, they most likely will not know or give you the wrong answers anyways. If you do contact them, please post their response in a new comment, I'm curious what they will say.

[@ArtIsRight]

Also, I am not a pro, just a retired 70 years old lady, but I want my laptop to last a long long time. I hear you :)

[@WillFeng0711]

Is apple care worldwide? Thanks

[@ArtIsRight]

You can technically get it any where you buy the machine, where prohibited by law of course. And my understanding is that the warranty is world wide.

[@derekwoo8712]

Bought it for my 14" just for peace of mind.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@JamboLinnman]

I’m struggling to be convinced. Hear me out… I buy a lot of Apple devices - all four of us in the family have iPhones, there are two iMacs, two MacBook Pros and 4 iPads so that’s 12 devices at any one time. Without looking up the individual prices for 3 year AppleCare + warranties, let’s assume about £2500-3000 (or $ in the US) per 3 years. Whilst I’ve had repairs done within the one year warranty period, and a couple of screen repairs in the last 12-13 years of owning Apple products, both have been covered (the former by Apple, the latter on home contents insurance). In all of those 12-13 years, I’d have spent the equivalent (at today’s prices) of £10-12k on AppleCare+. There’s no way I’d have got value for that. I can understand if the risk was much higher on a certain device, eg if I had a device that was a critical workhorse with no alternative, I took out a lot and the impact of downtime was severe. I may consider it for that one device or devices only. Thoughts?

[@ArtIsRight]

That ok, I hear you.

[@khoifoto]

I assume you don’t have kids around 6-12. They love to break stuffs and my macbooks and iphones have fallen so many times. That’s when apple care comes in handy. And Things break easily when you travel, too. If you babysit your laptops and things dont fall apart around you, don’t buy the apple care.

[@ArtIsRight]

That is a totally different perspective!

[@JamboLinnman]

@@khoifoto my kids are now 18 and 19 but have grown up with Apple devices since the age of about 5 and we’ve had one cracked screen between them. We’ve all also travelled extensively throughout the UK and the world with MacBook Pros, iPhones and iPads, travelling by air, train and car. In any case, accidental damage can be covered more cheaply by home contents insurance or gadget insurance. It’s not a case of babysitting stuff… more a case of being proportionately careful and teaching kids to do the same, as opposed to treating expensive Apple products with gay abandon, but thanks for your perspective… 😂

[@khoifoto]

@@JamboLinnman thanks for sharing your UK experience. Things are a bit different here in the US. Many insurance companies increase premium significantly when you file home claims. So, that’s not worth the cost here. Each of my kids has his own iPhone and macbooks, and they tend to break stuffs quite often. They are quite good with electronics but it’s just their personality that tend to keep ‘em active all the time, so it’s a norms to see them come back home with a broken watch or cracked screen phone. (All are now in the 16-18 age range and they still break things…)

[@revtane9]

Does the Apple limited warranty covers also like the screen damage replacement? just by paying the service not the screen hardware.

[@ArtIsRight]

2 incidents per 12 months with copay. I think anything more than that is out of pocket.

[@revtane9]

@@ArtIsRight thank you

[@VisibleEnd]

What about for iPhone 13 pro

[@ArtIsRight]

I got it for mine, for iPhone I think that it is even a better deal. I had issues with phones in the past, manufacture defects, etc, and advanced replacement works well.

[@VisibleEnd]

@@ArtIsRight ok sweet I think I will grab it since I only have 4 days left to. I have smashed my my last 3 iPhone screens so I think it will be a smart idea.

[@ArtIsRight]

Then yes! It will save you a lot on repair bills!

[@AndysTV]

I just wonder how many purple shirt do you have? 😂

[@ArtIsRight]

lot :)

[@dayjeremy]

You don’t have to download a utility to add AppleCare+ after you buy the device. It asks during setup if you want to add it and you can add it in Settings, General, Coverage for 60 days after activating.

[@ArtIsRight]

Never said that a software or separate app was needed. In fact Apple does not make said app that you are referring to, unless it is their support app for iOS and iPadOS

[@dabistudio_japan]

No it’s not! I bought a 5,500 dollars on a MacBook Pro 16” almost 2 years ago. The computer broke a week ago. It is impossible to restart the machine! The problem is I have a 4tb SSD full of photos and my own music that is not totally backup. Apple support don’t want to save my SSD they want to clean from zero! I went to another external company and they will save my files! It is incredible that Apple support really don’t want to go into details and save your precious information. They just one a fast solution. It’s so sad, so bad!

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@transitengineer]

You can tell, they just want you to pay for iCloud storage. It is the same with music, they used to push the iTunes store to buy song at $1.30 each. Now, Apple would prefer for you to subscribe monthly to rent music.

[@ssjcesar]

If you pay the $99 for a MacBook Pro replacement under Apple care + do they send you a refurbished or new laptop?

[@ArtIsRight]

Depending on the damage, most of the time they would replace the broken / damage part on the machine. Whole laptop replacement generally come after so many persistence issues.

[@ssjcesar]

@@ArtIsRight I have sticky keyboard and a dead pixel on the screen so we’ll see what happens. Thank you!

[@ArtIsRight]

ah that, there should be no co pay because that is defect based on what you describe. And if the sticky keyboard is not from water damage, then it is for sure defect. Based on this Apple will still replace the keyboard and possibly the upper assembly and batter depending on the model and the screen as well.

[@센존아재]

I'm sold :P

[@ArtIsRight]

all good

[@ultraman8899]

My home insurence takes care of that. No need for AC+.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@albertvathapally84]

Once you make a claim with your home insurance, your monthly payments will be much higher in the future.

[@ultraman8899]

@@albertvathapally84 True, but I switch insurence company every 2-3 years so its not a issue for me.

[@TallyHoTech]

💯% Woof

[@ArtIsRight]

Woof!

[@arm8636]

instead of pushing people into spending even more,why not letting them know that they can rely on legal warranty for basically anything but accident damage? most people ignore that,and its good for someone with influence like you to let them know about it.if the SOC fails its up to apple to change it within the first 1/2 years depending on where you live only if you break it accidentaly apple care+ may be worth it ,but otherwise if anything fails its included in the fucking high price. if you know that,say it in your video ...

[@ArtIsRight]

Not pushing, just tell what I consider useful, I even said that in the video, this is not marketing for apple.Nor I am an international lawyer with resources to research the law for every country apple sells in, but thank for point it out!

[@arm8636]

@@ArtIsRight i understand,but you don't have to be a lawyer,this is true for every country ,for at least the first year Otherwise I rly like your other videos about color profiles

[@ArtIsRight]

Right but in some EU country for instance, they give 2 year and some additional coverage, The delineation is too great to cover it all. And as you move toward the Asia Pacific, South Africa these included warranty are met with more scrutiny and are harder to claim. And I did state that the device does come in the included manufacturer warranty which are limited to defects only, so if you break your device, that is going to cost you more without apple care than with it. but each to their own.

[@arm8636]

@@ArtIsRight gotcha .thanks for answering politely btw :)

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@ko6.]

You convince me :-)

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@benlovemusicuk]

Doesn't cover theft tho!

[@ArtIsRight]

no it does not

[@benlovemusicuk]

@@ArtIsRight Thats kind of a big deal for most especially if your looking to get into film like me, and want to edit on the fly.

[@ArtIsRight]

You can always get a full insurance policy that covers your equipment.

[@benlovemusicuk]

@@ArtIsRight Most cap out at 2,500 and the MacBook Pro I’m buying for my creative work is 3,500. I’ve yet to find one in the uk that supports this.

[@Erin-Thor]

Why you might NOT want to get AppleCare. Because Apple can cancel your warranty and AppleCare warranty on a whim for any reason without reason at any time. I am the proud owner of a $2,000 MacBook Air that is now a book stop. I admitted that I used a USB-C hub, and Apple immediately blamed it for the USB C port failures. No proof, no recourse, no refunds. AppleCare isn’t worth shit. Love your videos but this is wrong.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@transitengineer]

If this was me, I would just take my MacBook Air into a different Apple retail store and just say what is not properly working. Most of the time, if you make enough of a fuss they will agree to fix it. In 2005, they tried to pull a number on me as well with my glossy white 20-inch G5 iMac by saying the motherboard went out because of a power surge. But, I said no way because before my first boot-up, I always plug-in a back-up power supply. So, they had to replace the motherboard for free (smile...smile).

[@Erin-Thor]

@@transitengineer - I tried. Apple is not dumb.

[@transitengineer]

@@Erin-Thor Well, if taking it in person to a different Apple retail store and talking to the staff, did not work. Then, I would send a simple letter to Apple, Inc. saying; 1st) I paid for Apple Care; 2nd) My computer is still under the warranty period; 3rd) If it is not repaired or replaced within a timely manner...that, I will be filing legal action against your company.

[@Erin-Thor]

@@transitengineer - Hate to say this, but SERIOUSLY? Dealing with Apple is like dealing with the Borg. I’ve written letters, contacted attorneys and gotten nowhere. Apple doesn’t give a crap about a disgruntled customer.

[@dbss206]

Even after getting apple care plus one gonna need to pay for service charges n other charges which is total bs. Hp, dell, lenovo charge for the package but repairs are free of cost. Apple just wants to milk its customers.

[@ArtIsRight]

Depends, material and manufacture defects are covered. It is accidental damage that is not.

[@EugeneMaynard]

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[@ArtIsRight]

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[@michaelmonstar4276]

You lost me at "...especially if you already spend this much money on these products." - I mean, they better have the courtesy to give you more coverage and service after spending that much money with them. - If I spent like a thousand Euros on an iPhone or iPad, I'm NOT inclined to also pay up for some subscription after that. - To cover costs, sure, but that feels more like blackmail at that point. - Now, recently I got an iPhone for free, one that used to cost like 700-800 USD, I think, and stil goes for like 400-500 at this point, and I'm way more inclined to buy an extended warranty than if I'd had spent a lot of money on it. - Seems contrary, because one would want to invest in protecting their investment, but that's where the problem lies. Pay a lot for a product and then pay some more if you don't want to pay out the ass in case something happens to it. - Long live capitalism, right? - Yea, no... It's too much. - I think Apple products are good and all, but the cost is ridiculous and I would never pay full price plus insurance or whatever. - I'll invest in a good case and discipline or something.

[@ArtIsRight]

ok

[@minisky669]

ART IS WRONG 😀😬

[@ArtIsRight]

Perhaps for some but not all. Many will find this useful ;)

[@khoifoto]

@@ArtIsRight I found this useful. In terms of extended warranty, Apple offers the best experience. I've been with Dell for many many years, back to the day of the first XPS brand name announcement and the experience is not very nice.

[@ArtIsRight]

Personally for I have used both Dell and Microsoft and they both are really bad compared to Apple, but each to their own 🖖🏼

[@neostephens8980]

Apple fanboys and girls are so funny. First they try to convince you that Apple products are worth all the $$$ you pay for them, then they pretty much excuse the short comings of Apple products, with something like, “this Apple product doesn’t do this, but I’m OK with that”. Then they try to convince you that after paying all that $$$ for Apple products, it’s worth some additional $$ to be forked over for their Apple care plan. And then they make excuses when Apple copies other features that other products have by saying something like, “but Apple improved the process and it just works”. You guys are funny.

[@ivideocreations5941]

Apple haters are funnier though, they sit there and act like their windows products dont fail and that they're 15k computer isn't more expensive than the Mac, oh and lets not forget if you buy the machine from a company like Dell or HP they also sell you extra warranty! lol

[@khoifoto]

The joke is on you this time. M1 series are really good value for the $$$ depending on the apps you use. And the extended warranty from Dell, LG, HP sucks when compared to Apple Care+, and don't call me fan boy because I've been a proud owner of many many PCs since the 386 486 era. Give credit when credit is due my friend.

[@ArtIsRight]

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[@neostephens8980]

@@khoifoto I didn't say the products are junk - I actually have an iPhone, but it still isn't worth paying all that extra $$$ for the Apple care plan. I just never break my products, so still a waste of money, especially for the M1's. But to each their own. I still think it's funny how the Apple fans make excuses and justify the high prices. Didn't call YOU a fanboy, but hey, if you like the title, more to ya.

[@neostephens8980]

@@ivideocreations5941 No way said anything about other companies selling you extra warranties, hell everyone does that. I'm speaking of the cost and then the justification for the cost and then the justification for features that are left out or are simply copied from other OEM's. Oh and try to do your own maintenance on one of those M1's. LOL

[@roopbabu1]

Worst AppleCare plus service in India

[@ArtIsRight]

I'll bet it is not the same as in the US.