AppleCare One: Comprehensive Multi-Device Protection Launches in UK from August 2026
July 27, 2026
Apple unveils AppleCare One in the United Kingdom, a single-plan coverage solution for multiple Apple devices starting at £16.99 per month for up to three products, with £4.99 per month for each additional device.
The plan includes unlimited accidental-damage repairs, battery service, priority Apple support, and Theft and Loss protection for eligible iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches, with up to three theft or loss claims per year across covered devices.
This marks a significant rollout outside the US, with the launch date set for August 4, 2026.
Older devices can be added if in good condition, with headphones having a one-year eligibility window; some cases may require diagnostic checks or in-store inspections.
The plan can cover devices up to four years old (one year for AirPods) in good condition, sometimes requiring a store visit to verify condition.
Eligible products up to four years old can be added even if owned before the plan, provided they are in good condition and not significantly damaged, extending coverage beyond the usual AppleCare+ window.
Eligibility requires good condition, age limits (devices up to four years old; headphones under one year old), and potential excess fees for theft/loss coverage.
Rollout will begin in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Australia on August 4.
Existing covered products can be upgraded or replaced when trading in for new devices purchased from Apple, with automatic removal of the old device and replacement by the new one.
Eligibility requires devices to be up to four years old, in good working condition, and able to turn on; coverage transfers automatically when upgrading an Apple-purchased iPhone, while carrier-bought iPhones require manual addition.
Automatic coverage reassignment occurs when upgrading Apple-purchased devices, with automatic removal of the old model; carrier-bought devices must be added manually.
Apple emphasizes flexibility and simplicity: one plan, one price, covering all eligible devices under a single umbrella.
Summary based on 5 sources
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