Source: iMore
What you need to know
- Apple has released AppleCare+ pricing for the iPhone 12 lineup and HomePod mini.
- AppleCare+ will start at $199 for the iPhone 12 lineup and cost just $15 for the HomePod mini.
- Theft and Loss protection can be added to the iPhone protection plan for an additional fee.
Reported by 9to5Mac, Apple has released the pricing for AppleCare+ for the iPhone 12 lineup as well as the new HomePod mini.
AppleCare+ will cost $149 for the iPhone 12 mini and the iPhone 12, and adding Theft and Loss protection will bring the total cost up to $199.
Like the iPhone 11 last year, AppleCare+ for the iPhone 12 and 12 mini goes for $149. Adding theft and loss brings the total to $199 when paying in full upfront. If you want to opt for the monthly plans, the regular AppleCare+ runs $7.99 with the theft and loss option going for $11.49/month. Deductibles range from $29 for screen damage, any other damage at $99, and theft or loss claims at $149.
For the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, AppleCare+ coverage will start at $199 and increase to $269 for those who want the additional Theft and Loss coverage.
Last year, AppleCare+ for iPhone 11 Pro/Pro Max was the same price as the iPhone X, XS, and XS Max at $199. That price remains the same for the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro Max ... For the iPhone 12, theft and loss AppleCare+ coverage comes in at $269 when paying upfront for the two-year plan ... The monthly until canceled plans run $9.99/month for the standard and $13.49/month for the theft and loss option for the iPhone 12 Pro/Pro Max.
For HomePod mini, it will cost customers just $15 to cover the device for two years.
AppleCare+ for HomePod mini is available with the standard plan that offers two years of coverage including two incidences of accidental damage. It costs $15 for HomePod mini compared to the $39 it runs for HomePod. Up to two incidents of accidental damage protection every 12 months, each subject to a $15 service fee plus applicable tax for HomePod mini or a $39 service fee plus applicable tax for HomePod.
Keep in mind that, for customers who use the iPhone Upgrade Program, AppleCare+ is already included in your monthly cost, but you can choose to add Theft and Loss coverage to your plan for a few dollars more per month.
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