🛡️ What’s New with AppleCare One
Apple has introduced AppleCare One, a new subscription-based protection plan available in the U.S. starting July 24, 2025, priced at $19.99 per month.
- Covers up to three Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple TV, Vision Pro) under a single plan.
- Add additional devices anytime for $5.99/month each.
🔧 Coverage & Benefits
AppleCare One includes everything offered by AppleCare Plus:
- Unlimited accidental damage repairs
- Battery replacements when capacity falls below 80%
- 24/7 priority support from Apple experts.
Plus some expanded perks:
- Theft and loss coverage for iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches—now included in the plan.
- The ability to cover older devices (up to four years old, or one year old for headphones) and those outside the standard 60‑day AppleCare Plus window, pending a condition check.
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💸 Is It Worth It?
Cost-effectiveness depends on your device mix:
- If each item already has separate AppleCare Plus plans (e.g., iPhone, iPad, MacBook), AppleCare One can offer significant monthly savings, especially with premium devices.
- Example: Covering a high-end iPhone, iPad Pro, and MacBook Pro separately could cost nearly $37/month, while AppleCare One bundles them for $20—a saving of almost $17/month Ars Technica.
🏁 Final Take
AppleCare One simplifies protection across your Apple ecosystem by:
- Combining coverage for multiple devices into one plan
- Extending eligibility to older devices
- Including theft and loss coverage—standard where previously optional
If you own several Apple products, this flexible, unified subscription could be a smart, cost-saving alternative to individual AppleCare Plus plans.
