Comments on: Is AppleCare Coverage Worth the Price?

By: exoboy

exoboy — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:35:00 +0000

I have yet to buy AppleCare since they do not cover “external” damage. I carry my 17″ portable in a padded backpack and am very careful about dropping it or leaving it in harsh conditions. For the amount of time I spend on it. I have had several laptops, desktops, laserprinters, etc. (all mac) and I have found that if is going to be a problem, it usually pops-up before the end of the warranty. I am sure AppleCare has saved some people… I am just here to say that the sky will not fall in if you don’t buy it. I was always taught that if you take care of your things, they will take care of you.

By: Akrash

Akrash — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 08:55:52 +0000

I bought my macbook pro in mid 2010 ,it got ran over by a truck like a moth after in the airport , nothing happened to it except that the optical drive opening got bumped a little bit so it prevents cds from coming out and thats it , no scratches nothing happened to the screem , i want to fix it , but i dont know what would it require or if apple protection plan could cover the body enclosure bump

By: CFlex

CFlex — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 21:52:13 +0000

iPhone 3G replaced *FIVE* times under AppleCare for various hardware failure issues. SOOOOO glad I had it, and I NEVER buy an Apple product without it.

Had an entire Mac Pro replaced because of problems the Apple Store couldn’t solve while they had my machine for over a month. AppleCare has saved my arse and wallet enough to pay for itself over and over.

By: J.M.

J.M. — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:38:48 +0000

Skip it. I bought applecare on my iPhone, and now they are denying me coverage. The “genius” on the phone admitted that there appears to have been a data entry error at the time that my “apple care” account was set up (they say that my status is impossible — 2 years phone support, but no hardware support). However, even though they acknowledge that there must have been some sort of mistake on their part. They have told me that they will not honor the warranty. Don’t buy applecare, it’s not worth the paper it’s printed on.

By: Blaken

Blaken — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 02:59:59 +0000

I dare you to buy a new 27 without applecare.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:53:22 +0000

I believe applecare has it’s up’s and down.

It is great for those who run into problems which are rather rutien or caused by the manufacture.

But, It is not worth it in my option unless you feel like you need techniqual support. It does not cover “accident protection” which is the main reason one would have a problem. On my last few laptops over the last few years, the only problem I have ever has is with the monitor screen breaking. I am not overly rough on my computer but, the screens on any computer can be very delicate. This is a huge expense witch with paying so much more for an apple computer. They should offer accident protection.

Seriously, when was the last time you heard an apple getting a virus or malfunctioning otherwise? It happens but, not as often as a PC. Therefore, yes you may have to take a risk. But, you may end up wasting more of your money by purchasing apple protection than saving it.

It is not worth it. Unless you have trouble working or figuring out your own technical problems. Since, you found this site. I am sure you will be fine without it.

Ps. They have no review section on their website. Wounder why? (nor for their computers but, i think they are great)

By: jonathan Leithead

jonathan Leithead — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:34:14 +0000

its totally dependent on what computer you have. My macbook pro hasnt had an problems and its about 2 years old. However, (i work at a mac repair shop) the macbook….that apple care for most users was WELLLLL worth it. paying 249 for the applecare more than paid itself off when a logic board went out. that part could be from 500-800 depending on what kind of computer it is. for the price of the computer, i wouldnt recommend not having it…with thousands of little components in a little machine….computers or electronics in general are farrrr from perfect.

By: Larry

Larry — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:20:42 +0000

I bought AppleCare on my 15″ MacBook Pro (the first line with Intel Core 2 Duo processors) and I had to get my logic board replaced as well as my keyboard/trackpad unit and a defunct battery (probably under manufacturer’s). From my point of view, it’s saved me money, but certainly, it could be a fruitless expense.

By: holly

holly — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:10:51 +0000

i am a student and i’m pricing out a new macbookpro – the discount on the icare isn’t 75% off. Not huge by any means. It totals $239.00, which is still quite expensive in my book. Did you have some other discount applied or did you subtract the $150.00 discount on the system from the cost of your icare?

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:24:00 +0000

Check out this link talking about buying AppleCare from Ebay sellers: http://reviews.ebay.com/FAKE-APPLECARE-APPLE-CARE-A-warning-to-buyers_W0QQugidZ10000000011731235

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:11:30 +0000

Extended warranties like Applecare are as close to fraud as you can get. Save your own money for repairs you’ll be much happier not to mention wealthier.

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 20:02:40 +0000

Oh and let me piggy back on myself. The smart individual saves for his own repairs because user induced damage Apple is not going to pay for. If you have a small company or own multiple computers invest in your own care package called saving your money!

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:57:27 +0000

Your better off putting the money aside as a new computer/repair fund. A simple 100 a month would cover you and in 3 years if you have had no problems you take half of the 3600 and swap out one Mac for a new one each year. This way you get a new Mac every year and your repair fund keeps growing. This has worked for me. In the 7 Macs I have owned I have had no issues. Glad I did not buy extended warranties on all of my Macs.

By: Mel

Mel — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:48:25 +0000

Don’t waste your money on this.
Any help with problems are only available if you live in the States or Canada!
you will get more help from Google

By: David

David — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:05:40 +0000

In Asia Apple Care Plan is a fraud! Customer here are not protected by the government against this Apple company! When you call and open a ticket to Apple customer service they will not open a ticket online that you can track.

By: David

David — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:57:47 +0000

Apple Care Plan is a fraud! They will not do what they have promise! Please don’t waste your money and time buying or (to existing plan holder like me) wasting talking to MORON customer service representative!