Apple’s standard warranty no longer covers hairline cracks on iPhone or Apple Watch displays, classifying them as accidental damage instead of screen defects. This change, reported by 9to5Mac, means customers must pay for such repairs. Previously, these cracks were sometimes repaired for free. Now, repair costs range from $129 to $379 for iPhones and $249 to $800 for Apple Watches, although AppleCare Plus significantly reduces these prices. This policy does not affect iPads or Macs. Despite this, Apple has made some positive strides in repair options, including its Self Service Repair program and reduced costs for certain repairs.
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