If so, do you find that it's usually worth it or is it just peace of mind?
Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
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Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#2I got it for my iMac. I like the fact that they'll come here and repair the machine on-site if necessary.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#3I do, yes. I have used it a couple of times, it's worth it (to me) to have the simple peace of mind.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#4I've never gotten it and haven't needed it, but I'm the type to not buy any insurance if I can help it.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#5I have not, but that's probably because I tend to buy mac's used since I'm near a university and the prices are just too enticing. Plus, I suspect like most other HN readers, I don't mind doing repairs myself if need be.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#6No, but I regret it after having my top cover replaced to resolve a dead trackpad. I never buy extended warranties, I'm probably ahead nonetheless.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#7Especially useful for laptops, I've had mine fail after the first-year warranty period.
But afaik, you can purchase AppleCare anytime within the first year (and not just at the time of purchase).
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#8For laptops, always. It's a certainty that something that would otherwise cost > $300 to repair will break in three years.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#9I do, yes. I have used it a couple of times, it's worth it (to me) to have the simple peace of mind.
I used to be one of those who didn't. Now it is my policy to get AppleCare and a case for everything I buy from Apple. Why? Because items from Apple protected with a case and still under warranty have much higher resale value.
Re: Ask HN: Mac users, do you get AppleCare for your Macs?
#10It's been a godsend for me. AppleCare is great support, and has absolutely paid off for me in the past.