Since macbook pro is basically nonrepairable, diy and thirdparty repairs will be very problematic, and dont get me started on outofwarranty apple repairs. We will take a look at some advantages and disadvantages to try and help you make your decision here but there is no exact correct answer to help you determine whether to purchase the coverage or not. Jan 14, 2016 the macbook pro is a great example of this. Jul 12, 2018 apples extended warranty is generally poor value for money. Suffice to say, ill always purchase applecare and urge others to do so as well. Is it worth it to buy applecare for a refurbished 2017. Expensive but possibly worth it because the retina screen is very expensive to replace and nearly all. I have damage cover for the macbook pro retina and will also get applecare. The retina model not only has the improved display, but it also boasts a faster processor, more ram, and flash storage, increasing the speed drastically over. I will say this, the retina display i had on a corporate mac book pro was awesome.
With touch id on your macbook pro, you can quickly unlock your mac and make purchases using your apple id and apple payall with your fingerprint. Oct 25, 2011 it s relative i think the answer depends on the you. Aug 22, 2017 well, my mid 2014 macbook pro 15 had a recurring problem that multiple repairs wouldnt fix. Following apples big product announcement yesterday, the smaller, notsofun details are gradually coming out. Since 2000or 2001, memory is fadingi have owned an original imac the last model, an emac, powerbook 12, macbook pro 2008, macbook pro 20, macmini for one daughter, new imac 2011, iphone 4 to 5, and ipad air.
Is applecare worth it for macbook air or macbook pro. Apple usb superdrive for macbook air, macbook pro with retina display, imac, and mac mini. Expensive but possibly worth it because the retina screen is very expensive to replace and nearly all parts except the ram and non user servicable. Some credit card companies provide additional warranty protection when you make your purchase using.
Jun 12, 2018 in this video, i am unboxing my new mcbook pro 2017 with touch bar and touch id, i also talk about if applecare is worth to get or not personal opinion and also my experience after seven months. To find out, we compared the companys new 15inch laptops. Is apple macbook pro with retina display worth the money. That got me up to a 2008 macbook pro, for which applecare has replaced the display, a battery and a power cable. The registered code number inside the box is valid for macbook pro retina.
My experiences with 3 dead apple products nikon 1835mm f3. Im currently tossing up whether it is worth buying applecare for my macbook pro retina inch. Applecare is basically an insurance policy against failure in the second and third year of ownership. If youre going for the retina macbook pro then definitely get applecare because no one knows what might go wrong after two and a half years of solid daily use. Extended warranties are like any form of insurance a crapshoot, but a. Ive experienced a firstyear replacement of my iphone already broken flash, and that was a good thing. Apples extended warranty is generally poor value for money. To get service for your mac, you can make a reservation at an apple store or an apple authorized service provider. Dec 09, 2019 the macbook pro 16 was a huge comeback for apples highend laptops. Why most people shouldnt buy the 16inch macbook pro. Sep 29, 2014 since 2000or 2001, memory is fadingi have owned an original imac the last model, an emac, powerbook 12, macbook pro 2008, macbook pro 20, macmini for one daughter, new imac 2011, iphone 4 to 5, and ipad air. I used it primarily for photo editing and my high school and now university studies.
Expand your view of everything on macbook pro thanks to a larger 16 retina display with sharper pixel resolution and support for millions of colors. They have been remarkably reliable and i have had a problem only once. The decision on whether to purchase applecare for your macbook pro is ultimately a decision each computer owner must make on their own. Whenever applecare has been available iphones ere via phone service provider, it has repaid my investment each time. Jun 24, 2012 ive been debating on and off about whether or not i should purchase applecare for my late 20 retina macbook pro 15 since my 1st year warranty will be done by the end of this month. This weeks buyers guide includes deals on the macbook air, the retina macbook pro, and applecare, as well as an array of applerelated accessories that are currently on sale. I would but not right away, see how its going after 1011 months, if there have been any issues the yes buy it. Free applecare with these 2019 macbook pro computers 6 months ago just in, appleinsider readers can exclusively nab free applecare with popular mid 2019 15inch macbook pro laptops. Given the ultralow repairability of the new macbook. Apple macbook pro 16 display with touch bar intel core i9. The touch bar shows you intuitive shortcuts and app controls when you need them.
It now includes accidental damage which the standard apple warranty does not cover at any time. Power through the biggest of jobs using this macbook pro laptop. Apples premium laptop comes in and 16inch screen sizes. Jul 25, 2014 this weeks buyers guide includes deals on the macbook air, the retina macbook pro, and applecare, as well as an array of applerelated accessories that are currently on sale. The macbook pro 16 was a huge comeback for apples highend laptops. It also includes up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage. Make sure you know your apple id and password before your appointment. In this head to head, we pit the macbook 12inch vs. Macrumors forum member mbp posted this question about his 2014 macbook pros battery under mac basics and help. Expand your view of everything on macbook pro thanks to a larger 16 retina display with sharper pixel resolution and support for millions of colors harness the power of 8core processors and amd radeon pro 5000m series graphics with 4gb of gddr6 memory, together with an optimized thermal architecture for groundbreaking performance.
I bought applecare on my first apple laptop, a 15 macbook pro that i got in. I previously purchased the 3 year coverage for my in mbp, and didnt use it once, so now im contemplating whether i should purchase it again with my new macbook pro. The reality is that youll probably lose one airpod, at least once, before youre ready to upgrade. I took it to the nearest apple store and explained the problem they plugged it in and confirmed this and then replaced the machine. Max ram, max hard drive, i do a lot of video editing and other stuff related to my job. My prior macbook i did not get apple care because i could replace most of the parts myself, with these retina macbooks you really want to get the applecare just in case. After discovering that applecare does not cover water damage, ive grown skeptical of the real value of applecare. Well, my mid 2014 macbook pro 15 had a recurring problem that multiple repairs wouldnt fix. Macbook pro to see which pulls ahead in terms of performance, features, and value for money. Macbook pro retina with 3 years of applecare now as low as. It may not be revolutionary, but the design has been brought up to date, performance has been vastly improved, and the. I should really have bought applecare when i bought it but as my dad was paying i didnt want him to pay even more money. In this video, i am unboxing my new mcbook pro 2017 with touch bar and touch id, i also talk about if applecare is worth to get or not personal opinion and also my. The 16inch macbook pro has a retina display with an adjustable refresh rate.
The impressive intel core i9 processor and 32gb of ram deliver impressively fast speeds across your programs, and the backlit 16inch retina display ensures you can get on with your work with vibrant color. Or, if you have a mac notebook, contact us and well send you a box you can use to ship it to an apple repair center. And is applecare for the retina macbook pro worth it. Ive been debating on and off about whether or not i should purchase applecare for my late 20 retina macbook pro 15 since my 1st year warranty will be done by the end of this month. Its relative i think the answer depends on the you. I have a 2014 retina macbook pro which i used extensively on a daily basis.
Each model includes 24 usbc ports for charging, accessories, and data transfer. Because apple designs the computer, the operating system, and many applications, mac is a truly integrated system. That gorgeous retina display with true tone technology. I loved my air but i love my macbook pro retina even more the screen is fantastic.