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Apple introduces AppleCare One Family plan for $50 per month
Key points
- AppleCare One Family plan costs $50 per month.
- Covers eligible devices for up to six family members.
- Includes six theft and loss claims per year.
- Requires Family Sharing setup for subscription.
- AppleCare provides extended warranty and accidental damage coverage.
- Standard one-year warranty only covers defects.
- Cracked screen repair for iPhone 17 costs $329.
- Early AppleCare cost around $199 for a set period.
New Family Plan Introduced
Apple has introduced a new tier for its AppleCare insurance in the US, called AppleCare One Family. This plan is priced at $50 per month and is designed to cover multiple devices for several users. It was announced during the launch event for the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18.
Coverage Details
The AppleCare One Family plan covers all eligible devices for up to six family members. Eligible devices are typically most Apple products less than four years old. Members can add existing devices, and new purchases linked to their Apple ID are automatically included. This contrasts with the basic AppleCare+ plan, which covers one device, and AppleCare One for individuals, which covers three devices under a single Apple ID.
Claim Limits and Benefits
The family plan allows for a total of six theft and loss claims per year. This provides one claim per person if there are six members, compared to two claims for AppleCare+ and three for AppleCare One individual plans. In addition to theft and loss, the family plan includes other AppleCare+ benefits such as no-cost battery replacement and repairs for accidental damage, screens, and back glass.
Subscription Requirements
To subscribe to AppleCare One Family, users must first set up Family Sharing. This involves navigating to Settings > Apple ID > Family on an Apple device, tapping the icon, and inviting up to five members. Once Family Sharing is established, the subscription can be initiated through AppleCare & Warranty in General under Settings.
Updates
- AppleCare provides extended warranty and accidental damage coverage.
- Standard one-year warranty only covers defects.
- Cracked screen repair for iPhone 17 costs $329.
- Early AppleCare cost around $199 for a set period.
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How outlets covered it
AppleCare provides extended warranty and accidental damage coverage for Apple devices, supplementing the standard one-year warranty which only covers defects. The service has evolved to include monthly plans, theft protection for some devices, and coverage for a wide range of Apple products, with costs varying by device and plan type. This service helps mitigate high repair costs for accidental damage, such as a cracked screen.
Apple launched a new AppleCare One Family plan in the US, costing $50 per month, to cover eligible devices for up to six family members. This expands device coverage beyond individual plans, offering a multi-user option for Apple device insurance.