Updated
Updated · MacRumors · Jul 18
AppleCare One Holds $19.99 Price as Mac and iPad Coverage Costs Rise
Updated
Updated · MacRumors · Jul 18

AppleCare One Holds $19.99 Price as Mac and iPad Coverage Costs Rise

3 articles · Updated · MacRumors · Jul 18

Summary

  • $19.99 a month still covers up to three devices under AppleCare One in the U.S., preserving the bundle price even after Apple raised some standalone AppleCare+ rates for Macs and iPads.
  • Apple says the plan now looks more attractive because extra devices cost $5.99 each, while accidental-damage repairs, 24/7 priority support, and theft-and-loss protection for eligible iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch models remain included.
  • $26.97 a month is what separate AppleCare+ plans could cost for an iPhone 17 Pro, M5 MacBook Air and A17 Pro iPad mini, making the bundled plan $6.98 cheaper in that example.
  • Four years is the age limit for adding already-owned devices, which must be in good condition and may need a diagnostic check or inspection before joining the plan.

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