AppleCare One: Cover Multiple Devices with One Plan

AppleCare One: Simplified Device Protection

Apple has introduced AppleCare One, a subscription service designed to streamline device protection. This plan allows users to cover multiple Apple devices under a single, convenient subscription. Ideal for households with several Apple products, AppleCare One offers a simplified approach to device coverage, eliminating the need for individual protection plans.

What is AppleCare One?

AppleCare One is a subscription service that bundles AppleCare+ benefits into a single plan, covering multiple devices. This service aims to simplify device protection for users who own several Apple products, such as iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and AirPods.

Key Benefits of AppleCare One

AppleCare One offers numerous benefits, making it an attractive option for Apple users:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Covers multiple devices under a single plan.
• Cost Savings: Potentially saves money compared to purchasing individual AppleCare+ plans for each device.
• Simplified Management: Manage all device coverage through a single subscription.
• AppleCare+ Benefits: Includes all the standard AppleCare+ benefits.

AppleCare One vs. AppleCare+

AppleCare One builds upon the existing AppleCare+ program. Key differences include:

• Multiple Devices: AppleCare One covers multiple devices, while AppleCare+ covers a single device.
• Subscription Model: AppleCare One is a subscription service, offering ongoing coverage.
• Bundled Benefits: AppleCare One bundles all AppleCare+ benefits into a single, manageable plan.

Features and Coverage Details

AppleCare One includes all the benefits of AppleCare+, such as:

• Unlimited repairs for accidental damage (drops, spills).
• 24/7 priority access to Apple Support.
• Apple-certified service and support.
• Battery service coverage.

Expanded Coverage

AppleCare One expands coverage in several ways:

• Older Devices: Customers can add devices up to four years old (depending on their condition).
• Headphone Coverage: Apple headphones up to one year old are also covered.
• Theft and Loss Protection: Expanded to include iPad and Apple Watch models (fees and deductibles apply).

Plan Management

Managing your AppleCare One plan is designed to be simple:

• Automatic Device Replacement: When a covered device is traded in, it’s automatically removed from the plan and replaced with the new device.
• Flexible Coverage: Customers can add or remove devices from coverage at any time.
• Apple Account Requirement: Only devices in the customer’s Apple Account can be covered.

Pricing and Availability

The price of AppleCare One is a fixed monthly fee, regardless of the types of devices covered. In the US, it costs $19.99 per month. Additional devices can be added for $5.99 per device per month.

Apple claims that buyers can save up to $11 with AppleCare One compared to individual AppleCare+ plans.

Example Coverage Scenario

Note: Savings may vary depending on the specific devices covered and individual AppleCare+ pricing.