California -based high -tech giant Apple has increased the cost of AppleCare+subscription plan for all US iPhone models. This price increases affects both plans, theft, and loss, but does not extend to other Apple devices such as iPad, Mac, Apple Watch.
Details of price increase
This development has occurred in the speculation that Apple is planning to gradually abolish two and three -year subscription plans, supporting the monthly and annual options.
The AppleCare+ standard plan for the Base iPhone 16 model was previously available for $7.99 a month, but now it has risen to $8.49. Similarly, the iPhone 16 Pro model has increased from $9.99 per month to $10.49. This represents a moderate increase of 50 cents in each tier.
AppleCare+extends hardware repair coverage from standard one year warranty to two years to provide accidental protection. It also includes 90 days free technical support. However, the revision is applied only to the price setting of the subscription, and the service fee and deduction are not changed. The cost of repairs such as screens and back glass damage is $ 29.
Shift to subscription-based models
Apple’s latest move is consistent with a broader strategy of prioritizing subscription-based models over one-time purchases. The report suggests that they are preparing to cancel prepaid Applecare+ purchase options for retailers’ iPhones, iPads, Macs and other devices. Currently, customers can purchase AppleCare+ with new devices or within a limited period of time after purchase, but this option may be removed immediately.
In addition, Apple is presumed to eliminate the function of directly purchasing AppleCare+from the iPhone or iPad. This change is expected to occur later, but customers may be able to secure long -term plans when purchasing from the Apple online store immediately when purchasing.
