AppleCare One is soon launching in the UK, France, Germany, and Australia. It had previously been available only in the United States. Pricing in the US starts at US$19.99 per month to cover up to three products, with the option to add more devices for US$5.99 per month for each additional device. The pricing in the four new countries should be similar, although the full details, such as terms, conditions, and pricing, have yet to be posted.
Benefits of AppleCare One include:
- Cover up to three Apple products
- Theft and Loss Coverage (only for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch)
- Unlimited repairs for accidental damage
- Covers up to three claims of loss or theft per year
- Free battery replacement
- Priority access to Apple support
There are also extra benefits, including iPad accidental damage from handling (ADH) coverage, which also includes an associated Apple Pencil or Apple-branded iPad keyboard.
While AppleCare has traditionally been available only for a new device, or a device purchased in the last 60 days, AppleCare One’s coverage range allows coverage for Apple devices up to four years old. The device does need to be in good condition, and during online registration you’ll be asked about any potential damage, and you may be required to take the device in questions to a store to allow it to be visually inspected.
If you already have AppleCare plans in place for your devices, you will be able to switch to AppleCare One. Your existing plans will be cancelled and a new AppleCare One plan will be put in place.
AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss plans for the iPad and Apple Watch will also be available starting Tuesday, August 4 in the same four additional countries – Australia, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
These plans provide coverage for up to two incidents of theft or loss every 12 months, with each incident subject to a service fee.
The standard AppleCare+ benefits are included with the Theft and Loss plans too, including repairs for accidental damage and 24/7 priority tech support.
