If your iPhone issue is covered by the Apple warranty or consumer law, there's no charge
. This does not include accidental damage, which requires a fee. If your iPhone was damaged, your repair fee will vary, depending on the repair. Apple Authorized Service Providers set their own fees, so ask for an estimate.
How much does Apple charge for software repair?
If your iPhone is still under warranty through Apple, or you have the AppleCare+ protection plan, you'll want to go with Apple. Covered devices only cost
$29 for a screen repair
or $99 to fix other types of hardware damage.
Does Apple charge for services?
Apple App Store:
30 percent standard commission on apps and in-app purchases of digital goods and services
; sales of physical products are exempt. Subscription commission falls to 15 percent after one year.
How can I get my iPhone replaced for free?
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Repairs related to “other damage,” like a shattered glass back, cost
$399
on the iPhone XR versus $549 on the XS and $599 on the XS Max.
How long does an Apple repair take?
The Apple Store and many of our Apple Authorised Service Providers offer
same-day service
for some repairs, such as screen repair. If you send your iPhone directly to an Apple Repair Centre or if your technician needs to ship it for you, it will be ready for pick-up in approximately 10 days.
Why does Apple charge for free apps?
This is just be downloading the app, you haven't subscribed to something in the app or done an in-app purchase in it
? ‘Get' just means that the app is free to download, it doesn't mean that it's not possible to then buy things in it.
Why does Apple charge 30 percent?
Yesterday Epic confirmed it paid Apple a 30% commission of all sales the company registered by
bypassing the App Store's in-app purchases system with Fortnite last year
.
Does Apple charge a monthly fee?
Apple currently offers monthly plans, but according to the report, this would be different. Instead of paying in monthly installments spread across one or two years,
subscribers would pay a “yet-to-be-determined monthly fee that depends on which device the user chooses
,” the Bloomberg News report said.
What reasons Will Apple replace iPhone?
- General Damages and Issues. Under warranty, Apple will cover debris under the screen, camera foam misalignment, and a single hairline crack with no evidence that a drop or hit made that crack. …
- Water Damage. …
- Cosmetic Damage.
Can Apple look at my computer for free?
All replies
Yes, absolutely
. The genius will test your Mac for free, and talk to you about what you think the problem might be. They sometimes do “no parts required” repairs for you if they can.
Can you buy AppleCare after?
AppleCare coverage is offered when purchasing a Mac from Apple on its website and in stores, but
you can also add it after the fact
. Even if you didn't purchase your Mac from Apple, you can extend your warranty to three years and add physical damage protection within the first year of your original purchase.
Are replacement iPhones new?
Replacement iPhones are usually refurbished devices as well
. P – it means your iPhone is a personalized device, which means that the device has a personalized engraving. If it's a warranty replacement, the model number will be N instead of M. However, since it's done through Apple, it will be “like new”.
What does replaced iPhone mean?
It means that
it is a refurbished device ( most of the time) and it look brand new
, If the iPhone you turn in to Apple is sim locked to a provider the replacement device will also be locked.
What happens if Apple breaks your phone?
If damage results,
Apple will seek your authorization for any additional costs for completing service even if the product is covered by warranty or an AppleCare service plan
. If you decline authorization, Apple may return your product unrepaired in the damaged condition without any responsibility.
How do I know if my iPhone is repaired?
Head to Settings > General > About and look for the “Parts and Service History” section beneath the device's serial number
. If the section is missing, nothing has been replaced (not even the battery).
Can I buy AppleCare after I break my screen?
No. You can't buy AppleCare+ for a device that's already broken
. Just like you can't buy life insurance for someone who is already dead. You'll have to get it repaired first, then you can buy AppleCare+.
How much does it cost to get the back of an iPhone 12 fixed?
Screen-only or back-glass only* damage Any other damage | AppleCare+ service fee $ 29 $ 99 |
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How does Apple send in for repair work?
Send your product to Apple
Online or over the phone, we'll arrange shipment for your product to an Apple Repair Center — all on your schedule and without an appointment
. This service is available for most Apple products.
Does Apple give you a loaner phone?
The Loaner Phone is offered to you while your Customer Phone listed on the Genius Bar Work Authorization is serviced by Apple
. Apple will return the Customer Phone to you after service has been completed, the Loaner Device has been returned and all outstanding payments are settled.
What is covered under Apple warranty?
The Apple Limited Warranty covers
your iPhone and Apple-branded accessories against manufacturing defects
for one year from the date you bought your product. The Apple Limited Warranty is in addition to rights provided by consumer law. Our warranty doesn't cover damage caused by accidents or unauthorized modifications.
What is Apple trying to charge me?
What can be labeled as Apple Services transactions.
Music, movies, TV shows, stickers, books, and app purchases
(from the iTunes Store, App Store, and Book Store). These are billed at the time of purchase. They can also include in-app purchases, pre-ordered music or movies, and subscriptions that automatically renew.
How do I avoid the App Store fee?
The easiest way to avoid fees is
not to offer subscription services through the app
. This is exactly what Netflix has done since 2019. It redirects users from the app to the company's website. Users are required to sign up and pay for the service through the site before logging in to the app.
Is it free to put an app on the App Store?
Becoming an Apple developer is free, but this won't enable you to submit an app to the App Store — to do that
you must pay the aforementioned US$99 fee
.
How do I stop Apple 30 cut?
One of the easiest ways to avoid paying any commission at all is to
sell the subscription directly to your subscribers
. In this scenario a subscriber creates an account with you the publisher and purchases a subscription from your website.
Does Apple take a cut from Spotify?
That means
if you signed up for Spotify on your iPhone, Spotify had to pay Apple's 30% App Store fee
. If you signed up on Spotify's website, the fee wouldn't apply and you could sign into the app with credentials created online, but for a mobile-first app this is a poor user experience.
How does the Apple Store make money?
The apps that make the most money on the App Store are usually games, which aren't subscription-based, but
monetize through in-app purchases
, which are billed by Apple at 30%. Starting this year, Apple is charging smaller developers who make less than $1 million per year on Apple's platforms 15%, instead of 30%.