How to Buy Applecare in South Africa
What is called AppleCare?
AppleCare is an extended warranty program issued by Apple Inc. that lets customers purchase coverage for all their new Apple devices.
How does AppleCare works?
Apple’s basic device warranties cover flaws or failures caused by the manufacturer, such as bending, dents, or dead pixels. AppleCare improves on this by including remote software support and accidental damage repair. Similar to auto insurance, you pay for the extended coverage upfront and then a deductible when necessary.
What devices are covered by AppleCare?
1. Mac computer
2. The MacBook battery that has less than 80% capacity
3. Accessories included in the box
4. Apple memory
5. AirPort devices if purchased within two years of the Mac
6. Apple USB SuperDrive
How to buy AppleCare in South Africa?
1. Go to www.support.apple.co/en-za.
2. Click on “Choose a Product to Cover”
3. Click on the Apple product to be covered
4. Click on “Sign in” or “Enter the Serial Number of Your Device”.
How can I buy an AppleCare plan on my device?
1. On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings. Or on your Mac, choose the Apple menu and then choose System Settings.
2. Go to “General” and then “About”.
3. On your iPhone or iPad, tap “Coverage”. Tap the device or Bluetooth-paired device that you want to buy an AppleCare plan for, then tap “AppleCare+ Coverage Available”. On your Mac, tap “AppleCare+ Coverage Available”.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete your purchase. You will see the price of the AppleCare plan as you follow these steps.
How much is the AppleCare plan for my device?
The cost of AppleCare plan for Apple product is as follows:
1. Mac cost $34.99/R 641.42 annually or $99/R 1,814.83 for 3 years.
2. iPad cost $3.49/R 63.97 monthly or $69/R 1,264.44 for 2 years.
3. iPhone cost $3.99/R 73.11 monthly or $79/R 1,447.50 for 2 years.
4. Apple Watch cost $2.49/R 45.62 monthly or $49/R 897.82 for 2 years.
5. Apple Display cost $49.99/R 915.96 annually or $149/R 2,729.80 for 3 years.
6. Headphones cost $29/R 531.30 for 2 years.
7. Apple TV cost $29/R 531.30 for 3 years.
8. HomePod cost $15/ 274.81 for 2 years.
