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AppleCare One is AppleCare+ for more devices, now with theft and loss coverage for iPads and Apple Watches
Tahawul Tech
25-07-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Apple unveils AppleCare One subscription plan
Apple is bundling coverage under a single monthly subscription including a new multi-device protection plan, AppleCare One. These plans align with previous efforts to drive growth in its services business. The new plan enables users to cover up to three Apple devices, including iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches and Apple TV units, for $19.99 per month. Additional devices can be added at a cost of $5.99 each per month and customers will be able to mix models and product categories without affecting the base monthly fee. The new plan, available in the US from 24 July, includes unlimited accidental damage repairs, battery replacements, round-the-clock customer support and now extends theft and loss protection beyond the iPhone to cover iPads and Apple Watches. Apple stated the service offers a cost-saving alternative to individual AppleCare+ plans, with the potential to save users up to $11 per month when covering multiple products. Users can enrol in AppleCare One through their devices or at Apple retail locations. The service can also be applied to existing products up to four years old subject to a diagnostic testing and photo checks to confirm the device's condition, expanding beyond the current 60-day purchase window tied to AppleCare+. The plan will also automatically update to cover new devices when users trade in old ones. While the company will continue to offer its standalone AppleCare+ plans, Bob Borchers, VP of worldwide product marketing at Apple, stated the new plan is built on the 'trusted foundation of AppleCare+,' and offers 'simplicity and exceptional value.' Source: Mobile World Live Image Credit: Apple
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Yahoo
The Apple Watch Just Got an Unexpected Upgrade
It promises to give Apple Watch wearers a little bit of extra peace of mind. Today, Apple announced AppleCare One, a $20 monthly subscription service that provides AppleCare coverage for three of your Apple devices. You can add more Apple devices to the plan for an additional $6/month per device. The plan is obviously designed for those who pay for AppleCare+ for multiple devices. By bundling three devices together, Apple says you can save 'up to $11 a month over enrolling in separate AppleCare+ plans for each device.' (Note: unfortunately, there's no family plan option.) There aren't any tradeoffs with AppleCare One — a subscription provides all the same benefits that came with AppleCare+ — but there are a few extra benefits … one of which is especially pertinent for Apple Watch wearers. Theft and loss protection, now available to the Apple Watch With an AppleCare One subscription, you can choose any three Apple devices you want to be covered in the plan. This includes iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, iPad, Apple TV, HomePod and AirPods. Or multiples of each. The price of the plan remains unchanged regardless of the device. The bundled plan gets you the benefits of AppleCare+. According to Apple, this includes 'unlimited repairs for accidents like drops and spills, 24/7 priority support from Apple experts, quick and convenient Apple-certified service, and battery coverage.' Most notable for Apple Watch and iPad owners, Apple is extending theft and loss protection to those two devices for the first time. Previously, this was only available for iPhones with an AppleCare+ subscription. Moving forward, anybody who purchases AppleCare+ for their Apple Watch, or bundles it in their AppleCare One plan, will have theft and loss protection. If you've had AppleCare+ for your Apple Watch, you'll need to upgrade to a new AppleCare+ Theft and Loss plan or start subscribing to AppleCare One. Previous AppleCare+ coverage for Apple Watch doesn't include theft and loss coverage and won't be automatically upgraded. Superior coverage for older devices The other big benefit of AppleCare One is that it significantly extends the period during which you can get your device covered by AppleCare. To date, if you wanted to add AppleCare+ coverage for a specific device, you had to do so within the 60-day window following its purchase. With AppleCare One subscription, you can add devices that are up to four years old and in good condition. It's a big time increase. For these older devices, Apple will have a process in place that proves they are still in 'good condition.' It'll involve taking photos of said device or bringing it to an Apple Store to undergo a diagnostic check. The normal AppleCare+ coverage will not provide this four-year window. It'll only be available to devices included in an AppleCare One subscription. When's it coming? You'll be able to sign up for an AppleCare One subscription starting tomorrow, July 24th. To sign up, you can on to the Settings app of you iPhone, iPad or Mac, and navigating to the AppleCare & Warranty section. Once subscribed, you can see the products — both recently purchased or ones currently covered by AppleCare+ — that you want to add to the AppleCare One plan. To learn more about AppleCare One, check out Apple's announcement post. Tucker Bowe has been on Gear Patrol's editorial team since 2014. As a Tech Staff Writer, he tracks everything in the consumer tech space, from headphones to smartphones, wearables to home theater systems. If it lights up or makes noise, he probably covers it.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Yahoo
The Apple Watch Just Got an Unexpected Upgrade
It promises to give Apple Watch wearers a little bit of extra peace of mind. Today, Apple announced AppleCare One, a $20 monthly subscription service that provides AppleCare coverage for three of your Apple devices. You can add more Apple devices to the plan for an additional $6/month per device. The plan is obviously designed for those who pay for AppleCare+ for multiple devices. By bundling three devices together, Apple says you can save 'up to $11 a month over enrolling in separate AppleCare+ plans for each device.' (Note: unfortunately, there's no family plan option.) There aren't any tradeoffs with AppleCare One — a subscription provides all the same benefits that came with AppleCare+ — but there are a few extra benefits … one of which is especially pertinent for Apple Watch wearers. Theft and loss protection, now available to the Apple Watch With an AppleCare One subscription, you can choose any three Apple devices you want to be covered in the plan. This includes iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, iPad, Apple TV, HomePod and AirPods. Or multiples of each. The price of the plan remains unchanged regardless of the device. The bundled plan gets you the benefits of AppleCare+. According to Apple, this includes 'unlimited repairs for accidents like drops and spills, 24/7 priority support from Apple experts, quick and convenient Apple-certified service, and battery coverage.' Most notable for Apple Watch and iPad owners, Apple is extending theft and loss protection to those two devices for the first time. Previously, this was only available for iPhones with an AppleCare+ subscription. Moving forward, anybody who purchases AppleCare+ for their Apple Watch, or bundles it in their AppleCare One plan, will have theft and loss protection. If you've had AppleCare+ for your Apple Watch, you'll need to upgrade to a new AppleCare+ Theft and Loss plan or start subscribing to AppleCare One. Previous AppleCare+ coverage for Apple Watch doesn't include theft and loss coverage and won't be automatically upgraded. Superior coverage for older devices The other big benefit of AppleCare One is that it significantly extends the period during which you can get your device covered by AppleCare. To date, if you wanted to add AppleCare+ coverage for a specific device, you had to do so within the 60-day window following its purchase. With AppleCare One subscription, you can add devices that are up to four years old and in good condition. It's a big time increase. For these older devices, Apple will have a process in place that proves they are still in 'good condition.' It'll involve taking photos of said device or bringing it to an Apple Store to undergo a diagnostic check. The normal AppleCare+ coverage will not provide this four-year window. It'll only be available to devices included in an AppleCare One subscription. When's it coming? You'll be able to sign up for an AppleCare One subscription starting tomorrow, July 24th. To sign up, you can on to the Settings app of you iPhone, iPad or Mac, and navigating to the AppleCare & Warranty section. Once subscribed, you can see the products — both recently purchased or ones currently covered by AppleCare+ — that you want to add to the AppleCare One plan. To learn more about AppleCare One, check out Apple's announcement post. Tucker Bowe has been on Gear Patrol's editorial team since 2014. As a Tech Staff Writer, he tracks everything in the consumer tech space, from headphones to smartphones, wearables to home theater systems. If it lights up or makes noise, he probably covers it.
India Today
24-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
Apple launches AppleCare One, single Rs 1,700 plan covers 3 devices with damage protection
Apple has introduced a new subscription service called AppleCare One in a bid to simplify how users protect their devices. Priced at $19.99 per month (roughly Rs 1,700), the plan lets users cover up to three Apple devices under a single umbrella, with the option to add more gadgets for $5.99 (around Rs 500) per month each. It's designed for people who own multiple Apple products like iPhones, iPads, or Apple Watches and want an easier, more affordable way to manage service and support. Starting July 24, the service will be available to users in the US through Apple's website, retail stores, or directly via an iPhone, iPad or key benefit of AppleCare One is simplicity. Instead of juggling multiple AppleCare+ plans for different devices, AppleCare One pulls everything into one monthly payment. The coverage includes protection against accidental damage (drops and spills), as well as battery support and priority access to Apple's customer service. Theft and loss protection, which was previously only available for iPhones, has now been extended to iPads and Apple Watches too. That could be a big plus for people who use their iPad or Watch regularly on the users already deep into the Apple ecosystem, this new plan could help cut down on costs. Apple says subscribing to AppleCare One instead of three separate AppleCare+ plans could save users up to $11 each month (roughly Rs 950). And most importantly, it doesn't matter which three products you choose — the price remains the same regardless of the device type. Another interesting part of AppleCare One is that you don't need to buy a new iPhone, Mac or iPad to enrol. Devices up to four years old (headphones must be less than a year old) can be added to the plan, as long as they're in good condition. To confirm that, Apple might ask for a diagnostic check on your device or at a nearby Apple your plan is also pretty easy. If you trade in a device with Apple, it'll automatically be removed from your AppleCare One plan and replaced with the new one. Since it's a monthly subscription, there's no long-term lock-in, and users can adjust which devices are included whenever they want.'At Apple, we're focused on creating and delivering exceptional experiences,' said Bob Borchers, Apple's vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. 'Built on the trusted foundation of AppleCare+, AppleCare One extends that same reliability and makes it easier than ever to protect the products you love and depend on.'The catch? The plan is currently only launching in the US, and there's no word yet on when or if it will arrive in other regions like India.- Ends
