Should you get AppleCare+ for the Apple Watch?
Every Apple Watch comes with AppleCare but also with the option to upgrade to AppleCare+
The free level of AppleCare includes a one year limited warranty on hardware repairs, and 90 days of free technical support. AppleCare+ extends the hardware warranty and technical support to two years and adds coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage — though there’s an additional service fee for those. So, is it worth it?
AppleCare vs. AppleCare+
To make sure everyone understands the difference, anyone and everyone who buys an Apple Watch from Apple automatically gets the free level of AppleCare, which includes:
- 1 year limited hardware warranty (2 years for Apple Watch Edition)
- 90 days of free technical support (2 years for Apple Watch Edition)
That means, if you run into problems setting up or using your Apple Watch during the first three months of ownership (two years for Apple Watch Edition), you can call 1-800-APL-CARE and they’ll help you trouble shoot. If any part of the device fails during the first year (two years for Apple Watch Edition), and it’s not due to accidental or intentional damage, Apple will likewise replace it.
So, if the digital crown stops spinning or the screen won’t come on, you’re covered. If you drop it and break it, or take it in the swimming pool and short it out, you’re on your own.
Unless you have AppleCare+. For an additional fee, AppleCare+ provides the following:
- 2 years limited hardware warranty (3 years for Apple Watch Edition)
- 2 years of free technical support (3 years for Apple Watch Edition)
- 2 incidents of accidental damage (subject to a service fee)
This way, you get technical support from 1-800-APL-CARE for two full years (three years for Apple Watch Edition) at no extra charge, and if the strap mechanism gets stuck or the side button gets loose, and it’s not due to accidental or deliberate damage, Apple will likewise replace it for two years (three years for Apple Watch Edition).
But, if it is due to accidental damage, like dropping and cracking the screen or soaking and shorting the electronics, Apple will still replace it, up to twice, for the cost of the service charge.
AppleCare+ costs
Apple hasn’t released pricing on AppleCare+ for Apple Watch yet. We’ll update this section as soon as they do.
By way of comparison, AppleCare+ for iPhone 6 currently costs $99 with a $79 per-incident fee for accidental damage. AppleCare+ iPad currently costs $99 with a $49 per-incident fee for accidental damage. AppleCare+ for the Mac Pro currently costs $249
Apple Watch Edition and AppleCare+
As noted above, the Apple Watch Edition comes with longer basic AppleCare than either the Apple Watch or Apple Watch Sport versions.
- 2 year limited hardware warranty
- 2 years of free technical support
Adding AppleCare+, however, still increases the protection as follows:
- 3 years limited hardware warranty
- 3 years of free technical support
- 2 incidents of accidental damage (subject to a service fee)
So, if you’re buying an Apple Watch Edition, you start off with what the other versions get for AppleCare+, and can add an additional year by going to Apple Watch Edition Apple Care+. Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem like you can extend the number of accidental damage incidents.
AppleCare+ vs. credit card benefits
Some credit cards offer warranty extensions as an incentive to use them for major electronic purchases. For example, some cards will offer an additional year of coverage — provided by the credit card company, not the vendor — on any purchase made on that card. Some will even cover loss or theft, which is not covered by AppleCare+.
If you don’t want to pay extra for AppleCare+, and don’t mind how the credit card companies handle the extra year of coverage, it’s something to consider. Just check your policy carefully and make sure you’re fully informed about not only what they cover, but how they cover it.
Who shouldn’t get AppleCare+?
If you’re tight on cash and simply can’t afford it, if you consider yourself exceptionally lucky and have never had a new device fail or get damaged, if you have added protection from your credit card company or another source, or if you plan to buy additional or updated Apple Watches so frequently you doubt anything bad will ever have time to happen, then you might not want to get AppleCare+.
Who should get AppleCare+?
If you don’t mind paying for peace of mind, if you often find devices fail on you or you’re always dropping or otherwise damaging them, if you don’t have or don’t trust credit card company protection, or if you plan to keep your Apple Watch for more than a year, then you might want to get AppleCare+.
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Is the mid-range Mac mini worth the extra money?
Going from the $499 Mac mini to the $699 Mac mini buys you a faster processor, faster graphics, and more RAM.
If you’re on a budget, however, is that extra $200 money well spent, or money you’re better off no spending? If every dollar counts. If you’re on a limited budget, will you get your mid-range Mac mini money’s worth? In today’s Mac Help column, a reader asks us just that.
K.F. writes:
I’m on an extremely limited budget, and even $699 is a lot to spend on a computer. Is the mid-range Mac mini worth the money?
Mac Help
Every Tuesday our Peter Cohen brings you Mac Help — a column where you can get your OS X questions answered and problems solved!
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Apple’s least-expensive Mac computer is the Mac mini. It’s aimed at consumers on a budget: You need to supply your own screen, your own keyboard and your own mouse or trackpad. If you’re switching to Mac from a PC, you can recycle the gear from your old machine and save yourself some money.
The Mac mini starts at $499. That gets you a 1.4 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM and a 500 GB hard disk drive. It uses Intel HD Graphics 5000.
The RAM, processor and graphics speed is roughly comparable to the 2014 MacBook Air, though the overall “feel” of the computer will be a bit slower because it uses a regular hard disk drive instead of the faster SSD flash storage of the MacBook Air.
I’ve been using one since the latest Mac mini model was released and I’m not disappointed in the performance. You have to be patient with it, sure, but for a first Mac or someone switching from an older PC, it’s a very nice computer to use.
Having said that, there’s no question that you’re in much better shape if you spend the extra $200.
For $200, you get a 2.6 GHz processor and faster graphics (Intel Iris graphics, still integrated but faster). You also get twice the RAM and twice the storage capacity: 8 GB and 1 terabyte (TB), respectively.
Twice the storage capacity is great for anyone who needs a lot of space for media files, applications and other things that take up space.
The RAM gives apps more space to play, so you can have more open simultaneously, or work on larger documents, without slowing the machine down. And the processor is nearly twice the clock speed, which means you spend more time working and less time waiting.
Otherwise the Mac minis are identically equipped: They have the exact same ports and come with the exact same software pre-installed.
Our favorite photography accessories for iPhone
If you want to take your iPhone photography to the next level, there’s lot of accessories out there to help you do just that.
As iPhone optics and the software behind them get better and better, it’s becoming easier than ever to leave our DSLRs and point and shoot cameras at home. Whether you want to stabilize your shots, add some beefier lens options, or take better selfies, here are some of the iPhone photography accessories we’re using around iMore!
Glif
The Glif has been around for quite a while and serves as a tripod mount for your iPhone. The universal Glif will fit almost any iPhone you throw at it and has standard size threads, meaning it should fit on the end of any tripod, or even any selfie stick that lets you screw off the mount.
- $30 – Buy now
Olloclip
The Olloclip is a lens attachment for your iPhone that allows to you take advantage of up to 4 different lens types; macro, wide angle, and fisheye. The 4-in-1 systems even feature two macro lenses, 10x and 15x zoom. It’s one of the easiest accessories to stow away in a pocket or bag and pull out when you need it.
Sellfie stick
Selfie sticks are all the rage these days and if you want a good one, Sellfie is it. Not only can it pair with an iPhone and Android phone simultaneously and switch on the fly, it’s carbon fiber construction makes it super durable and extra lightweight. The mount is one of the best I’ve used and offers padding so it doesn’t scratch up your iPhone. I had no trouble fitting the 6 Plus either.
- $45 – Buy now
Bluetooth shutter remote
If you’re opposed to selfie sticks, try a Bluetooth shutter remote instead. In combination with a sturdy tripod, there’s no limit to what you can create using time lapse mode, long exposure apps, and any of the other third party camera apps available in the App Store.
- $35 – Buy now
GripTight GorillaPod
The GripTight is one of the most versatile tripods you’ll find since you can wrap it around anything, or stand it up on its own. It costs far less than a standard tripod and can be set up virtually anywhere. iPhone 6 and smaller iPhones need the stand and regular mount while 6 Plus owners should pick up the stand and XL mount.
- GripTight stand – $15 – Buy now
- Regular mount for iPhone 6 and smaller – $15 – Buy now
- XL mount for iPhone 6 Plus – $20 – Buy now
Pocket Spotlight
The iPhone’s flash has gotten better over time but there’s no denying it still isn’t the greatest. If you find yourself regularly needing more light for night shots, the Pocket Spotlight works with any iPhone and offers up to 1 hour of continuous light on one charge. Plug it into your headphone jack or hold it in your hand.
- $30 – Buy now
Lensbaby LM-10
The Lensbaby LM-10 is a specialty selective focus lens available for both iPhone and Android. When paired with the Lensbaby app you can create a depth of field that you just can’t get through the stock camera. It’s more for artsy style photos but there’s no denying it produces images unlike any other.
- Lensbaby LM-10 lens attachment – $70 – Buy now
- Mount for iPhone 6 – $10 – Buy now
- Mount for iPhone 6 Plus – $10 – Buy now
- Mount for iPhone 5s – $10 – Buy now
Your favorites?
If you’ve ditched your regular camera in favor of your iPhone, do you rely on any accessories to enhance your photos? If so, let me know what they are in the comments. And if you pick up any of our favorites from above, be sure to let us know what you think of them!
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Is the mid-range Mac mini worth the extra money?
Going from the $499 Mac mini to the $699 Mac mini buys you a faster processor, faster graphics, and more RAM.
If you’re on a budget, however, is that extra $200 money well spent, or money you’re better off no spending? If every dollar counts. If you’re on a limited budget, will you get your mid-range Mac mini money’s worth? In today’s Mac Help column, a reader asks us just that.
K.F. writes:
I’m on an extremely limited budget, and even $699 is a lot to spend on a computer. Is the mid-range Mac mini worth the money?
Mac Help
Every Tuesday our Peter Cohen brings you Mac Help — a column where you can get your OS X questions answered and problems solved!
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.article-body-wrap p:last-of-type + .devicebox ~ .devicebox p
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Apple’s least-expensive Mac computer is the Mac mini. It’s aimed at consumers on a budget: You need to supply your own screen, your own keyboard and your own mouse or trackpad. If you’re switching to Mac from a PC, you can recycle the gear from your old machine and save yourself some money.
The Mac mini starts at $499. That gets you a 1.4 GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, 4 GB of RAM and a 500 GB hard disk drive. It uses Intel HD Graphics 5000.
The RAM, processor and graphics speed is roughly comparable to the 2014 MacBook Air, though the overall “feel” of the computer will be a bit slower because it uses a regular hard disk drive instead of the faster SSD flash storage of the MacBook Air.
I’ve been using one since the latest Mac mini model was released and I’m not disappointed in the performance. You have to be patient with it, sure, but for a first Mac or someone switching from an older PC, it’s a very nice computer to use.
Having said that, there’s no question that you’re in much better shape if you spend the extra $200.
For $200, you get a 2.6 GHz processor and faster graphics (Intel Iris graphics, still integrated but faster). You also get twice the RAM and twice the storage capacity: 8 GB and 1 terabyte (TB), respectively.
Twice the storage capacity is great for anyone who needs a lot of space for media files, applications and other things that take up space.
The RAM gives apps more space to play, so you can have more open simultaneously, or work on larger documents, without slowing the machine down. And the processor is nearly twice the clock speed, which means you spend more time working and less time waiting.
Otherwise the Mac minis are identically equipped: They have the exact same ports and come with the exact same software pre-installed.
Final thoughts on the Eve T1 Windows 8.1 tablet
Some additional thoughts on the Eve T1 tablet after living with it for a few weeks.
A few weeks ago I took a first look at a new Windows 8.1 tablet from Eve, the T1. Clocking in just under 150 Euros it’s not the most expensive tablet you’ll find, but it’s firmly inside an ever increasingly crowded space. There are now so many low cost Windows tablets out there that standing out is a big ask.
Does the Eve T1 do that? Initially I was quite impressed with it, but what about after a few weeks of use?
CascaRun Pro for BlackBerry 10 updates – Improvements galore and and a better experience for OS 10.3.1
You CascaRun users out there will want to hit up BlackBerry World today as the awesome BlackBerry 10 fitness tracking application has been updated once again, with many an enhancement, especially if you’re using OS 10..3.1.
Everything you need to know about ID@Xbox
ID@Xbox is a Microsoft program which allows independent developers to publish Xbox certified titles to Xbox One and the Windows 10 unified app store.
The program was announced in August 2013, and already boasts well over 200 independent development teams across the world. Indie devs who become approved for the program receive up to 2 Xbox One development kits, access to the full technical documentation and direct support from Microsoft. In addition to free hardware, all ID@Xbox developers get free access to Unity Pro – a popular video game engine which allows for easy porting to different platforms.
And here’s everything you need to know about the program and its games.
MetroPCS offers unlimited talk, text and data with 1GB of 4G data for $30 a month
MetroPCS has introduced a new plan that offers unlimited talk, text and data, along with 1GB of high-speed 4G data, for just $30 a month. The plan is being labeled as a “promotion” that starts today but there’s no word on when MetroPCS will end this special pricing offer
Get your BlackBerry Z10 flip shell case today for only $12.95—that’s 63% off!
These cases are stylish and protective! When closed, the flip closure and hard shell protect the back and sides of your BlackBerry Z10 as well as the display, while automatically dimming your screen to help preserve power. Fold the flip back and sit your device at one of two angles to keep working or enjoy your media.
PDFpen apps for Mac add advanced page numbering, custom stamps, and more
Smile has updated its PDFpen apps for Mac to version 7.1. Both versions add advanced options for numbering pages, custom stamps, and more.
New page numbering options include control over font, color, formatting, and page range. The apps have added new stamps, and you can now create your own. Check below for the full list of new features in PDFpen 7.1:
- Adds formatting options for page numbering: Font Family, Font Size, Color Format, Page Range
- Create custom stamps
- Adds additional stamps: Copied, Faxed, Paid, Scanned
- Auto-deskew when performing OCR
- Improves German localization
- Improves VoiceOver support in PDF forms
- Other fixes and improvements
You can download PDFpen and PDFpenPro for Mac from the Smile’s online store, where the update is available now, as well as the Mac App Store, where the update should be available soon.
- $74.99 (PDFpen 7) – Download Now
- $124.99 (PDFpenPro 7) – Download Now
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