Why I buy this one ?
- Extends telephone support from 90 days to three years
- Adds two years of hardware repair coverage to the one-year limited warranty, including global repair coverage
- Provides dedicated access to Web-based support resources
- Includes powerful diagnostic tools (Tech Tool Deluxe from Micromat)

PowerMax offers this stuff with condition New, new for:

Price : $249.00 Usually ships in 1-2 business days

What our customer's say!

"Apple Care Protection Plan for MacBook Review", This product was priced below Apple's price - including shipping, which is free with Apple. It was received in a timely manner, and very easy to set up and use. I have used it once, and it was just as advertised. I am very happy with it.

"Apple Care Protection Plan for ibook-3 year plan", I did not receive this item in more than 2 weeks, and that was only after I contacted the company, Small Dog Electronics. By the time it finally arrived, the 1 yr. warranty on this ibook was expired. That led to us not being able to install this extended warranty. We called Apple and we were told that if we can provide proof that we purchased this plan before the expiration date, they would honor the purchase and install it from their end. When all of that was done, we would receive an email. Today is August 1, the purchase was made on June 13, and we still don't have any confirmation. All of this aggravation and I got to spend $250 to "enjoy" it. I don't know that I will ever purchase anything that is being shipped by Small Dog Electonics again!

"A must-have for anyone with a laptop", I don't care what you buy - Mac or PC, but when it comes to a laptop, rule #1 is get the extended warranty. A desktop PC doesn't matter as much since you open up, take it out of the box and it just sits there. A laptop on the other hand, you take it out and then move it around all the time. It can wear out the system that much faster. If you're on the fence if you need the extended warranty for the Apple computer - I'd highly recommend it.

"A must-have...especially for Apple newbies.", As a former professional tech support rep + current technology buff, I have mixed feelings about AppleCare (AC). Despite such sentiments, AppleCare is a MUST PURCHASE on all Apple systems. Note: it is not renewable and it must be purchased before factory warranty expires.

First things first, you're ahead of the curve by comparing AC price. 'AppleCare' is AppleCare regardless of price paid for it. Amazon and other merchants/auction sites can offer the service at prices sometimes 1/3rd less than Apple. Ensure the vendor is reputable, however. Apple cannot guarantee AppleCare validity purchased elsewhere. Moreover, save your AC purchase receipt; unused AC warranty (regardless of vendor) is refundable by Apple if supported by an original receipt + purchase price.

Second, run out on warranty and good luck getting solid AppleCare hardware support via Apple or authorized repair centers. An active, AC account should equate in most instances to no money out of pocket for repairs. Note, however, that AppleCare does not cover all hardware defects. A trio of poor screen pixels will not be repaired. Ditto on 'cosmetic' issues which Apple deems 'normal wear and tear.' Still, AC has proven a godsend over the years for my misc. Apple hardware defects.

Related, Apple is notorious for odd hardware defects on new model lines (see their AppleCare forums for reference BEFORE purchasing a system). In most instances + backed by a little assertive persistence (I've had my fair share of wars over the years), Apple will honor AC warranty in repairing any of these widespread types of issues. FYI: unless a machine is purchased from the Apple Store directly and less than a week ago -- even with significant hardware defects -- Apple will not replace a unit...except, perhaps, via an act of God. :)

Third and for newbies in particular, AC is the King of Software Support. Even the simplest of questions AC reps are happy to answer. While I disagree with folks below that AC 1st (or even 2nd tier) + Apple Store tech support reps are all-knowing, they are -- as a whole -- the nicest, most patient people you'll ever encounter. They call you back, stay past closing, the phone support has wonderful hours (love that PST). Besides, their hold music explains the popularity of the iTunes store; good stuff!

Before I get lambasted by Dell owners and/or or Mac-o-philes, this a review on AC...NOT Apple. Thus, I highly recomend the product -- at the best possible purchase price! -- for ocassionally flawed but always well supported product. Moreover, AC owners get preferential treatment both from AC phone and Genius Bar support. Don't leave home without it. :)

"Never buy an apple laptop without it", Apple makes a good operating system these days but I've had a lot of hardware problems with my apple laptops over the last few years. Even the units that were basically desk machines has issues. If you plan on using your laptop for more than a year, you will want to get this extra coverage.