Does Apple replace your Apple Watch? (2024)

Does Apple replace your Apple Watch?

If you have AppleCare+, you can replace your Apple Watch with an incident of accidental damage. You'll pay the "other damage" AppleCare+ fee, as specified in the AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions. You can also review that fee in our pricing estimate tool. In some cases, your coverage might be different.

How many times can you replace Apple Watch with AppleCare?

AppleCare+ covers you for up to two incidents of accidental damage per year. As well as your AppleCare+ fee, there is a service charge per incident. Both of those amounts depend on which Apple Watch you have. For instance, if you have an aluminium Apple Watch Series 6 then AppleCare+ costs you $79.

What to do when you replace an Apple Watch?

After you have received an upgraded or replacement Apple Watch device, you'll need to unpair the previous watch from your iPhone and activate the new one. To complete this process you'll need your charged replacement Apple Watch and your Apple ID and My Verizon login usernames and passwords.

Should I replace my Apple Watch or repair it?

If your Apple Watch is broken there's a simple way to tell whether you should fix it before you sell it: compare its price as-is versus its net value after repair. In general, you're better off selling your Apple Watch broken. That's because repair costs often exceed the value of Apple Watches.

How do I replace Apple Watch with new Apple Watch?

Set up as new or restore from a backup

If this is your first Apple Watch, tap Set Up as New Apple Watch. If asked, update your Apple Watch to the latest version of watchOS. If you've set up another Apple Watch with your current iPhone, a screen appears that says Make This Your New Apple Watch.

How much does it cost to replace an Apple Watch?

With AppleCare+, the fee is reduced to $69. Since a brand-new Apple Watch SE costs just $249 and frequently sees discounts, repairing the smartwatch might not be the best option without AppleCare+.

How many AppleCare replacements do you get?

Depending on the plan you choose, you'll get unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection and up to two incidents of theft or loss coverage every 12 months. Each incident is subject to a service fee or deductible.

Is AppleCare worth it for an Apple Watch?

In general, the editors at MacRumors feel that AppleCare is worth getting for Apple laptops that you plan on keeping for longer than one year, and ‌iPhone‌, iPads, and Apple Watches due to the accidental damage coverage.

When should I replace my Apple Watch?

An Apple Watch will last about three years before its performance noticeably declines and the battery needs to be replaced. At five years, most users will want to upgrade their Apple Watch regardless of whether it still runs.

Does Apple Watch have trade in?

For any remaining amount, you'll receive an Apple Gift Card by email. If you buy an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch with a trade-in and choose a monthly payment option, your estimated trade-in credit will be applied directly to the purchase price of your new Apple device.

Does Apple replace watch under warranty?

Every Apple Watch, Apple Watch Nike, and Apple Watch Ultra comes with one year of hardware repair coverage through its limited warranty and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support.

What does Apple Watch care cover?

Coverage includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, and is subject to a service fee of $69 for Apple Watch and Apple Watch Nike, or $79 for Apple Watch Edition and Apple Watch Hermès, plus applicable tax.

What are the disadvantages of Apple Watch?

In conclusion, while Apple Watches are a convenient and innovative device, they are not without their drawbacks. The battery life, dependence on an iPhone, limitations of fitness tracking features, price point, and lack of customization options are all things to consider before purchasing an Apple Watch.

Why is Apple Watch repair so expensive?

Apple doesn't repair broken watch screens. The company simply replaces your device with a new one. That's why Apple Watch repair is so expensive. With AppleCare+, you'll pay $69 to $79 to have your device serviced.

Can you trade in broken Apple Watch?

With a cracked screen the watch will have no trade value. And it would cost you more money to fix the watch than they would offer in trade.

Should I upgrade from Apple Watch 7 to Ultra?

Not only does it offer a significant battery life upgrade over the Apple Watch Series 7 and even the new $399 Series 8, but it also comes with more-precise GPS and features for outdoor enthusiasts like waypoints and an enhanced compass app.

Is it worth upgrading Apple Watch 4 to 8?

The bottom line: In the four years since Apple launched the Series 4, it's made plenty of improvements that make the Series 8 feel like a notable leap forward. If your Series 4 is starting to feel sluggish and you're in a position to buy a new watch, it's worth the upgrade.

Should I upgrade from Apple Watch 3 to 7?

Compared with the Series 3, it offers 50% more display real estate. Apple says the Series 7 can display 50% more text on the screen compared with the Series 6, which means less scrolling when reading texts and emails. It also features two larger font size options, so you don't have to squint.

Will Apple replace watch screen for free?

Damaged glass

If the glass on your Apple Watch gets damaged, we can service it for a fee. Accidental damage isn't covered by the Apple warranty. Damaged glass is eligible for applicable coverage for accidental damage from handling with your AppleCare+ plan.

How do I replace my Apple Watch on my iPhone?

What is the lifespan of an Apple Watch battery?

Our goal for battery life is 18 hours after an overnight charge, factoring in things like checking the time, receiving notifications, using apps, and doing a 60-minute workout. And because everyone will use Apple Watch differently, we tested several other metrics as well.

Does Apple give new replacements?

If you have AppleCare+, you can replace your iPhone with an incident of accidental damage. You'll pay the "other damage" AppleCare+ fee, as specified in the AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions. You can also review that fee in our pricing estimate tool.

Does AppleCare only apply to one replacement?

If you have AppleCare+, you pay only one incident fee to replace a single AirPod or both AirPods, with or without a Charging Case. For service covered by AppleCare+, your fee per incident will be the same regardless of which service provider you choose.

Can you buy AppleCare after replacement?

If you still need help buying an AppleCare plan, contact Apple Support. In most countries and regions, you can buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of your device purchase.

What's the difference between AppleCare and AppleCare?

AppleCare acts as a limited warranty. AppleCare only covers manufacturing errors. AppleCare+ functions as both device insurance and an extended full-coverage warranty. AppleCare+ covers all repairs for a reduced cost.