Apple 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro
The 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro from Apple gives you peace of mind by extending your coverage for three (3) years of both telephone support and service coverage. This provides you with expert assistance, global repair coverage for your 15" & 17" MacBook Pro, web-based resources and diagnostic tools.
AppleCare can be purchased at any time within your first year of Mac ownership. It must be registered with Apple prior to the expiration of the system's factory warranty.
AppleCare can only be purchased by customers residing in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, Switzerland, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Terms and Conditions will vary based on country of residence. For more information, including international AppleCare contact information, please click here.
- Apple Certified Repairs
- This warranty extends the standard single year of protection to three years. Repairs are performed by Apple-certified technicians using genuine Apple parts. For those who travel abroad, feel secure with a global repair plan for your 15" & 17" MacBook Pro.
- Telephone Support
- The standard complimentary 90-day phone support is extended to a 3-year plan, giving you one number to call for all your technical questions.
- Web-Based Support
- You'll have access to web-based support for your computer, allowing you to quickly diagnose and solve problems.
| Warranty | The AppleCare Protection Plan covers your Mac, AirPort Card, AirPort Base Station, and Apple RAM purchased for your Mac. It also covers an Apple Cinema Display if it is purchased on the same receipt as your computer. |
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Pros
- Easy to install (85)
- Useful features (49)
- Easy to navigate (33)
- Good power output (26)
- Manages software collaboration well (13)
Cons
- Pricey / poor value (6)
Best Uses
- Multimedia (16)
- Educational purposes (15)
- Graphics & publishing (14)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (107), Budget shopper (52)
- Primary use:
- Personal (121), Business (46)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (87)
Most Liked Positive Review
Excellent coverave, worth every penny
If it were desktop computer, I would probably not purchase an extended warranty, but for notebook computers, iPod Touch, flat screen display, I wouldn't hesitate to buy this extended coverage, especially when ...Read complete review
If it were desktop computer, I would probably not purchase an extended warranty, but for notebook computers, iPod Touch, flat screen display, I wouldn't hesitate to buy this extended coverage, especially when it's 30% cheaper than MSRP. what bargain!
I have owned several PowerBooks/iBooks and have purchased applecare for all of them (in comparison, haven't bought AppleCare for desktop). If you have even one repair on one of these things out of warranty, you will make up your purchase price. and for items that have little ventilation/heat sinking capabilities (laptops, iPod Touch, etc), risk of something going bad within 3years is pretty high. I have had to get my Powerbook repaired three times (bad optical drive, bad keyboard buttons, etc), iBook once (case cracking, dead HDD), iPod Touch twice due to bad battery life and intermittent power, and the display repaired (power mangement unit died). Every time either Apple would repair it, or replace the unit with either new or refurbished unit, no questions asked (unless there is obvious signs of abuse). You can take it to any Apple Store, or call their 1800 number and have them send you a shipping box. Turn around is typically 3-4 days (!!) from the time you call them and have your part back in your hands.
Included in the hardware warranty is if you have any Apple OS issues or Apple software install/operation issues during the warranty period, you can get free service via phone to help you fix the problem. Best service ever.
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Most Liked Negative Review
just in case?
I now have 3 fairly new apple products and thought I'd better get it t if I need help on something one day. So far I've been able take care of questions on my own...Read complete review
I now have 3 fairly new apple products and thought I'd better get it t if I need help on something one day. So far I've been able take care of questions on my own. I think that for a laptop you might need more help than with the other products. It's a good three years and BH takes out a bit of the sting with their better price.
Lower price w/o tax rocks
Will I ever use it.....?
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- Easy To Navigate
- Useful Features
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Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
B&H offered a superb deal (50%) on an already low price. AppleCare offers peace of mind for such an expensive piece of equipment and is a small price to pay for that. Quality service from Apple, whenever you need it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Navigate
- Powerful
- Useful Features
Cons
Best Uses
- Warranty
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Get it. You can always get a pro-rated refund from Apple if you decide you don't need it or if you sell your laptop.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
- Educational Purposes
- Multimedia
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
The Best extended Warranty available for general consumer.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Best service than any other tech company. Not only covers warranty for 3 years but unlimited US Tech Support.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy Registration
- Excellent Support
Cons
Best Uses
- Warranty for Heavy Users
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
B&H offers a great price on this invaluable warranty.
I use my MacBook Pro constantly for work, programming, entertainment, etc.
This is a great value, offering peace of mind, from a source I trust.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
A must buy for a large investment such as a 15 or 17 inch macbook pro. The best price out there! Thanks B&H!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Solid coverage
- Valuable piece of mind
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Extended warrantees get a very bad rap. Mostly, that is deserved. AppleCare is a different case. First, it is a MANUFACTURER's warranty. Second, the manufacturer is Apple.
I bought this AppleCare policy for a Late 2011 MacBook Pro. My previous Apple laptop developed three serious issues at the same time, which would have cost over $500 to fix, but AppleCare covered all (and was less than $500 by a lot!). Another Mac I had ten years ago had the logic board die 3 weeks AFTER AppleCare expired, and Apple still replaced it, and also a faulty optical drive I hadn't even noticed.
So AppleCare is a no-brainer for me. More than worth the cost (and remember, you get three years of telephone support for your Mac and several assumed related items as well as repair/replacement on the hardware), and B&H sold it to me for MUCH less than Apple or any other source offered it. Especially if your Apple product costs more than a thousand bucks, AC is a must, and B&H once again seems the go-to source for much more than just photo gear!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
- Long waits at Genius Bar
Best Uses
- Technical support
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
I think the AppleCare is important to purchase. It not only covers the computer, but it gives free technical support for 3 years. I always have questions and calling the AppleCare team is easy and very helpful. I am not great with technology and new things can stump me. AppleCare technicians have walked me through many issues with my first Mac and I am sure I'll rely on them with this new Mac.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Found out about this online, ordered it for my new late 2011 Macbook Pro and everything registered perfect! Over a $100 less than going through apple, fantastic deal!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Pays for itself
- Piece of Mind
Cons
- Pricey
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Hard to review a product like this. My Current MacBook Pro hasn't given me issues. I purchased this because its a great piece of mind and when you do have an issue, it will quickly pay for itself. My previous MacBook paid for itself a few times. It went through 3 Batteries ($129 each), 2 Chargers ($79 each), 1 SuperDrive (Not sure of the price), and 1 Keyboard/palm rest because of a crack ($229).
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Covers Repair cost
- Piece of Mind
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Hard to Review an item like this. My current machine has given me no issue yet. My previous MacBook on the other hand, that ones AppleCare paid for itself a few times. It went through 3 Batteries ($129 each), 2 Chargers ($79 each), 1 Superdrive (Not sure), and 1 Keyboard/Palmrest ($229). Those were all replaced for free.
AppleCare is a great piece of mind.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy Registration
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Extends coverage to 3-years at a much better price than anywhere else I looked.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Provides good support
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Insuring a laptop
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Applecare is applecare. It's insurance (an evil necessity) and with a laptop it's very necessary.
I shopped around and couldn't find a better price anywhere. B&H's price was outstanding and the delivery was fast.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
I have a 2010 Macbook Pro 15" and this Applecare works perfectly with it. No point in spending your money on the newest version of Applecare.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
- Educational Purposes
- Graphics & Publishing
- Multimedia
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
I've been an Apple product user for almost three decades. I've had AppleCare for most of my products since it became an option and a few that didn't. With the coverage, anything that goes wrong during the second two years is taken care of if it is a part failure or defect. And, the cost of AppleCare is always less than the cost of any repairs/replacements that I would have to pay if I didn't have the coverage! It's like auto insurance, hoping you don't have an accident but knowing you've got the coverage, but no deductible required.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
It's need for Mac.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Cost efficient
Cons
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Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
I added the purchase of AppleCare Protection with my MacBook Pro from B&H Video. It's almost a no brainer. I mean why pay $349 for the same protection from Apple when you can it from B&H for less than half cost.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Great price. I think B&H has the lowest price for the AppleCare. Totally recommend friend to buy it from B&H.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
Same thing that is offered by other companies, Apple included.. same thing.. matched up product numbers. It cost me about $100.00 less than what they (anyone else) wanted for the 3yr AppleCare Plan. I don't see how anyone could have a negative on this product. Not the first time I have shopped at B&H and definitely not the last.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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Comments about 3-Year AppleCare for 15" & 17" MacBook Pro:
easy to reg. with Apple
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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