Worth getting APPLECARE?

i bought my macbook 2 months ago. can i still buy APPLE CARE (3 year extended service)? if yes, is it worth getting APPLECARE?
please share your experiences. thanks.

You can buy it anytime during the first year. At L A Computer Company they sell it cheaper than apple. I am getting mine from them and other people have gotten from them.
You only have 90 days of complimentary phone support. With Applecare that is extended to the full three years. That alone makes it worth it to me. If you need any repairs after the first year it is a good chance it would cost more than the Applecare.

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Should I get AppleCare for the MBP I am getting?

Hi guys,
I'm thinking about either getting a new MBP 13 or 15" for college and I'm just wondering if getting AppleCare is worth it. I know it's better to be safe then sorry, but my school gives white MBs to us and not once have I broken it. The laptop itself is already expensive enough as it is, so I'm just wondering if it would be a smart idea to save a few (hundred) bucks by not purchasing applecare.
Thanks for your consideration!

Like insurance, when you have it, you never need it. When you don't, then of course something happens. If this were a desktop, then I'd be more on the fence. But portable devices just are that much more susceptible to damage. So I always advise my clients to get the longer warranty with laptops that leave the house/office daily, versus a desktop where I don't make it an issue.
I always get Applecare whenever possible as a matter of preference. Way back, with my Apple //c, I had 4 motherboard replacements to fix various issues. But I realized that just one of the repairs paid for the Applecare completely.
Recently, my 2008 MBP had a keyboard problem. The MBP has nary a scratch despite my daily use and travel with the MBP. But I got in "under the wire" since my Applecare expires in March 2011. But without Applecare, I'd probably be out something in the range of $100-$150. While not as much as Applecare, just the idea of having Applecare meant I didn't worry about whether I could afford it and just called the Apple Store for an appointment. I got my MBP back the next day with very little muss and fuss.
Being a student, Murphy's law will have your computer break just before the deadline for your paper. With Applecare you'd have a little better chance of getting your computer repaired in time instead of cursing for not being able to afford the repair. If you don't get Applecare, then I'd recommend dropping a dollar a day into a jar to make a rainy-day-fund. At the end of a year you'd have over $300, enough to cover one repair, or to purchase Applecare before your one year warranty runs out.

One year warranty coverage is almost over, should I get Applecare?

Just wondering what you all thought about spending another 249 bucks for three years of coverage...my Macbook is running smoothly, knock on wood, but down the road, who knows....
battery...
screen...
motherboard....
Superdrive....
case...
Are there any issues that seem to appear often enough to justify buying the Applecare?
I also, have an Airport Extreme Base Station(n) that would be covered by the same plan, if I bought one, I think....
That means the 249 would cover my Macbook and my AEBS(n) for another 3 years...that sounds like better bang my buck....

MacBooks haven't really been around long enough to know what will come in the future as far as problems. However, I'd recommend getting AppleCare, just because portable computers are a bit more fragile than desktops.
I had an iBook before I bought my MacBook. The iBook was very reliable until right before the three-year AppleCare was due to expire. I can't say enough good things about the way I was treated -- because I had AC. The troubleshooting and repairs went on for several months after my AC expired, but it was all considered an ongoing problem, so there was no question about whether eligibility had expired or not. The iBook traveled to the Apple "hospital" via FedEx three times at Apple's expense, overnighted each time in a box Apple overnighted to me. My logic board and practically everything inside was replaced, as well as the keyboard (though nothing was wrong with that). The problem was finally correctly diagnosed as a faulty AirPort card and replaced -- and they sent me a brand-new Airport Extreme base station as a sort of apology at the whole thing having taken so long to figure out.
Needless to say, I bought AC again for my MacBook. Apple's customer service, in my experience, is exemplary.

What do I need to do to get Applecare+ or to Transfer it?

So, I'll be getting a Macbook Pro second hand from craigslist where I live (Vancouver), very soon. I checked the serial number of the Macbook someone was selling and it says there is warranty until August 10, 2014, and that the macbook is eligible for applecare+. I know that the person has to factory reset the Macbook and install the original OSx that came with the Macbook since downloaded OS is not transferable. I was wondering, if I were to get applecare+ on the Macbook, what would I need?
Second question is, another Macbook pro I am looking at currently, I looked up the serial number and it has Applecare+ on it until October of 2015. What steps do I need to take to transfer the Applecare+ over to my name?

All you will need to do is buy AppleCare before the original one year warranty expires. You can buy it online from Apple or take the computer to one of the local Apple stores such as Simply Computers. All you need is the computer's serial number and model ID.
Only the seller can make a transfer of AppleCare to a new owner. This involves the seller removing the computer from his list of registered products so that you can add it to yours: Your Support Profile for Registered Purchases.
Remember that AppleCare is tied to the computer, not to the owner of the computer.

Is it still worth getting one?

I have someone offering a G5 2.0Ghz Dual Processor with a 20in display. The Mac itself is what Im interested in and its in prestine condition. 3 yrs old and used only for graphics design. Has 3GB ram and Im not sure about HDD, but thats no problem. My question is, are they still worth getting? Or should I hold off? Im only using FCP 5.1 for light HD work. Any input would be nice, let me know, thanks!
GC

If the price is really low, say $600 or less (taking into account the value of the 20-inch display), it may be. Depends what you want to use it for...
It will probably do a better job with FCP than your non-Pro MacBook. With 3GB of RAM, it will run Leopard very well. But if you are still going to be using your MacBook most of the time, the Power Mac G5 is a pretty large hunk of metal to be sitting around taking up space.
I have the last 2.0 GHz model (dual core) from 2005. Someone uses it full-time, and it will be useful for a long time, even if Apple stops supporting it with the latest OS release. But I got it three years ago. I don't think I would get one now.

Is apple tv worth getting?

Is apple tv worth getting?

Apple Tv is a great product from the hardware point of view, now, SADLY it is very limited by software.
for example:
you can not install any stream app from the sources you like, there are great free and legitimate tv channels out there, offering streaming through apps, instead apple limits you to watch Wall street journal, (probably their most discusting feature) why they do that? They seem more interested in selling their itunes inventory than to provide a decent service for the user.
If you like youtube and netflix, thats pretty much all the decent you can get on the apple tv.
The potential is huge, but apple has to open up to developers ASAP and allow users to install streaming apps at least.
games?, browser? that would be too much to ask for.

Read all the hype, but is Lion really worth getting unless you need to link up several devices???

Read all the hype, but is Lion really worth getting unless you need to link up several devices?? e.g. is it worthwhile for a standalone iMac??

There's a million places on the 'net where you can find opinons on that (have a look here, for example http://applehelpwriter.com/2011/08/01/os-x-lion-10-7-%E2%80%94-the-jurys-verdict / ) and at least several long running threads on this forum too dealing with various opinions.
As for me, I've reverted to Snow Leopard.

Is it worth getting a 3GS now?

Hello to the Apple community,
I am interested in buying an iPhone. I have been wanting one ever since the original was released and my brother got his 3G yesterday. Now, the time has come for me to get one.
However, can I get some genuine opinions as to whether it would be worth getting an iPhone 3GS at this time? With the iPhone 4 OS having just been released - and looking amazing - I am just wondering whether there is a new iPhone model around the corner and whether there is any point buying a 3GS.
Any advice and points of view would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance.

olliescrim wrote:
I understand that the software will be compatible with the 3GS, tal.
However, I predict that the new generation iPhone will have software and hardware that will be unique to it. Video calling is expected, I believe.
I suppose you have to weigh up if the rumoured video calling is an important feature for you. Also, will the new model of iPhone be more expensive than the present 3GS model, perhaps the price of the 3GS will drop once the new model is released.
Whichever iPhone you get, there will always be another one in the pipeline, its the same for computers and most electrical devices.
If you simple cannot wait, then I would say go for the 3GS. Its still a great device and you will have use of the OS 4 features. I got my 3GS in Sept 2009 and I absolutely love it.
If you can wait till perhaps the summer or even the back end of summer (cause they bound to be stock shortages when the new iPhone is first released) then I would say wait and see what the new iPhone is like. But remember, a new model does not guarantee that it will be an improvement over the older model though, some people might try the new iPhone and say they prefer the 3GS over it.

HT201210 My iPhone became wet at the beach. I put it in rice for 4 days. When I connect to itunes, it says the phone must be restored. It starts and then gives either the error 2001, or 2006. What exactly does this mean, and is it worth getting repair

My iPhone became wet at the beach. I put it in rice for 4 days. When I connect to itunes, it says the phone must be restored. It starts and then gives either the error 2001, or 2006. What exactly does this mean, and is it worth getting repaired?
Thank you...

http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1275
Water damage isn't covered by warranty, but you could always purchase a refurbished device from Apple.

How well does Vista Ultimate run? Worth getting?

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Also how well would it run in VMWare? I use VMWare sometimes when I just need to change some stuff in my XP Boot Camp partition, does it still run well?

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I got my iPod touch on 12th november 2011 as a prize in a Quiz Competetion. A few days ago I called apple customer support and they say my warranty is expired... According to them, the warranty started in February 2011 and has expired. I wish to get AppleCare Protection Plan and a customer support executive told me over the phone that I would get it but I got no follow up call. My Apple Support /case number is 292089289
I have got a dead pixel on my iPod and I wish to get it replaced. I hope something can be done.
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Check your warranty here: https://selfsolve.apple.com/agreementWarrantyDynamic.do . If it truly as expired, there is nothing you can do ablut it. You ca no longer extend the warranty. Otherwise people would wait to see if their iPod needed service beforing buying the coverage.

Newbie question - Is it worth getting into SAP ?

Seeing as this is still the only forum where a "Post New Thread" button is locatable, here's my opening question.
I understand it takes study, certification and some years of experience to become a sought-after commodity in SAP.
As an underpaid (never above $A40K) and under-employed IT worker over the past ten years, I've noticed that every time a SAP job is advertised, the salary is quite impressive. The most recent position, for a SAP Consultant, offered $A120K.
To those of you who have been SAPping for a few years :
Are you and your skills in demand in the job marketplace ?
Do you receive reasonable or high pay ?
What combination of study and experience (and connections ?) did it take to reach your current position ?
For someone with broad IT experience, do you consider SAP worth getting into and, if so, by what route do you recommend entry ?
That'll do for a start

hi andrew,
Are you and your skills in demand in the job marketplace ?
Yes, SAP is hot these days, and will be for some years to come.
Do you receive reasonable or high pay ?
When compared to other fields and technical domains, the answer is yes.
What combination of study and experience (and connections ?) did it take to reach your current position ?
You need to have reasonable amount of IT exposure (which you have....!!!!) and a working expeirence in the functional domain is a must to rise. Technical expertise would boost your career great guns. Though after 2- 4 years in SAP , it is preferable to be a functional guy.
For someone with broad IT experience, do you consider SAP worth getting into and, if so, by what route do you recommend entry ?
Yes, it depends upon your type of IT experience. IF you have a good functional experience (say in domains like manufacturing, sales, or finance) pick up a functional module study hard go for certification, and you are there in SAP world.
With technical expertise you need to have good ABAP knowledge, and with netweaver these days JAVA would also do, but with SAP having abap knowledge always helps.
Same route here, study hard and go for certification and gian hands on experience.....and you are there to rock...!!!!
Hope this answers your questions, Do reward

Is the iPhone 5 functionality worth getting if you have an iPhone 4?

Is the iPhone 5 functionality worth getting if you have an iPhone 4?

No idea if it is worth it to you.
It is worth it for many and not worth it for many others.
You will need to deside if it is worth it to you.

Is it worth getting an iPad 2 for university?

Okay, so I'm thinking about getting an iPad 2 with my xmas and birthday money.
I do already have a Compaq laptop, however, it is very heavy, very slow and crashed on me (went to blue screen) the other day, which makes me wonder if it'll last much longer.
My question is this: is it worth getting an iPad 2?
I am currently at university so feel that it'd be beneficial to my studies due to how light it is and how quick it is to fire up. I will still use my laptop for the typing up of long essays/assignments etc, however, an iPad 2 might be easier to take round university/record lectures more easily etc, however £399 is a lot of money to spend and I want to make sure I'm making the right choice.
I was just wondering if there were any people out there who have iPads/and who go to university who could offer any pros/cons to getting one that I may have overlooked, help me make up my mind?
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It's very much a 'your milage may vary' kind of thing. I went to school when high tech was having a handheld recorder so the thought of having a computer to type out notes is nothing but a theory to me.
I love my iPad, but people are right, it is NOT a computer. And it won't replace a notebook or netbook in functionality. It is a wonderful piece of tech, but to gain good typing speed and ability I know I need an external keyboard.
And then you look at the pricepoint, 500 + at least 100 more for a keyboard and case and such...and less than 400 for a netbook.....and it's up to each person to decide what works best for them.
I can afford the accessories and toys and the time to make them work, some can't.
I think if you're a person with the patience to make it work then it can work for you. If you're impatient with having to fiddle and tweak and find workarounds, then you may want to stick with a more common piece of tech and operating system.
You will have to find work arounds to make things print and to transfer files and compatibility with what your school may have.

Is the Iphone really worth getting

I know posting this question on the apple section of the Verizon forum might not be the greatest place, but I really want to know if its worth getting. I have to figure you guys will be biased, so I was hoping you can give me a legitimate wow reason as to what makes the iphone better than similar droid phones.
Personally I have never been a big apple user. I have never had an iphone, or Ipad. I have had an ipod for a couple years now and I will say I have nothing but good things to say about it. However I have looked and played around with many of my friends Iphones and personally I cannot see what makes it so special. Granted I understand its like ground zero for smart phones, but today it seems no different than any other smart phone out there. Also, I feel I am somewhat biased against the Iphone because I feel Siri is the beginning of Skynet.
Jokes aside I am considering the switch, so please tell me what makes this phone so special. Thank you for your help.

Hello Gerio,
It really depends upon the features you want, and what you need the phone to do. I am getting older and can't afford an assistant to help with my memory. Siri is the next best thing. Secondly, I am really intrigued with the advanced abilities of this phone. If I weren't married to a terminally wife, I would not have a landline. She has dementia and cannot learn new things so the "cell phone' is too much for her. Secondly, her emergency medical is attached to the normal landline 911 system. I have had an I phone in the past and was extremely happy with its performance, as well as its environmental footprint. I get so upset when I hear people say that "Apple" is owner of everything, lenux is free and will always be free, and android is based on lenux. Google is propriatory on the android and no one is complaining about that. You even have to have an google based email address for some of the features to work.
Get what you feel you need. Do some research online and make an informed decision.
Take care and as long as you make an informed choice you should be happy with whatever you choose...
I just bought an Iphone 5 btw

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