Computers - Friday, October 30, 2009 18:46 - 0 Comments

Yes, You Need the Apple Care Warranty

If you’re debating over spending a few extra dollars on the Apple Care warranty for your iPhone, Mac or any other Apple product, let me help you decide: Yes, you definitely need the extended warranty.

Apple Care Saved My iMac Display

In March of 2007, I got my current iMac – the computer I use every single day. It was a refurbished machine and it’s been awesome. Never had a problem until 2 days ago.

My display broke.

It didn’t really break, but it was on its last breath. I turned the computer on like any other day and saw the problem right away: a green line from top to bottom in the center of the screen.

Thankfully, it’s still under the Apple Care warranty. I gave my iMac to the guys at the Southdale Apple Store. They installed a brand new display in less than 24 hours.

I don’t know what the cost is on a replacement display for an iMac, but I’m guessing it’s a least a few hundred – plus installation fees.

Apple Care is Worth Every Penny

My guess is, I’ve saved at least $300 in repairs – thanks to the very affordable Apple Care warranty. I’ll definitely buy the Apple Care on every iPhone, Mac and other device I own. It’s already paid for itself.