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Most times when you make a big purchase, you are afforded the opportunity to purchase an extended warranty plan. Sometimes this is a bargain, while other times merely a waste of money. With Apple Care, however, you can be certain that you are getting a bargain. With the purchase of electronics — regardless of their quality — it is generally a good idea to treat yourself to a warranty. This is especially true with big-ticket items such as computers or mp3 players, as it is always better to be safe than sorry when investing a substantial amount of money into a new purchase. Read on to learn about just what you get when you purchase Apple Care for your new Apple product.
1. Apple Care Extends Complimentary Coverage.
Apple products are automatically backed by a coverage period for a short period of time. However, Apple Care extends this coverage dramatically, depending on which Apple product you purchase. For Mac Computers, Apple Care extends coverage to three years from the date you purchased your computer. For iPods, iPhones, and Apple TVs, Apple Care extends coverage to two years from the date you purchased your Apple product.
2. Apple Care Provides a Warranty and Telephone Technical Support.
With Apple Care, you receive not only a warranty but also telephone technical support. This can come in extremely handy if you are unfamiliar with the product you purchase. It is true that Apple products are extremely user friendly, but a guiding voice can nevertheless be tremendously helpful when you are growing accustomed to a new product.
3. You Can Purchase Apple Care Anytime Within One Year of Purchasing.
The best idea is for you to purchase Apple Care at the same time you purchase your iPod, iPhone, or Mac Computer. However, if for some reason you decide not to purchase Apple Care at that time, you still have the opportunity to do so within a year of the purchase. Apple Care coverage begins on the date you purchased your Apple product, not on the day you purchase Apple Care so you have nothing to gain by waiting to purchase your protection plan.
4. You Can Use Apple Care Just About Anywhere,
Apple Care provides what is called global coverage for your Apple product. This means that if you take your Apple product — whether it is a Macbook or an iPod — on a trip and you encounter problems, Apple will provide assistance wherever you are. Apple has stores located around the world, and will provide help at any of these stores to Apple Care owners.
5. You do Not Have to Leave Your Home to Enjoy Apple Care.
Apple Care provides a mail in option. This means that you can enjoy the benefits of Apple Care without ever leaving the comfort of your home. If there is not an Apple Store located in your close proximity, Apple will send you a postmarked box so you can ship your computer to Apple free of charge.
