iPhone Duo: Skipping AppleCare+ Could Be $1,499 Mistake
Apple has released the estimated repair fees for the iPhone Duo without AppleCare+ coverage. The most expensive repair option, categorized as "other damage," will cost users a maximum of $1,499 in the U.S. More specific repairs are less costly, with damaged back glass priced at $199. Battery replacement for the iPhone Duo without protection will be $229. Notably, the removable nano-texture cover layer above the inner display can be replaced for $49. Other listed repair fees without AppleCare+ include rear camera damage at $229, outer display damage at $379, and outer display and back glass damage at $509. Inner display damage will cost $999 to repair. In contrast, AppleAir+ significantly reduces these costs, with battery service, cover layer damage, back glass damage, and outer display damage costing $0, $19, $29, and $29 respectively. Inner display damage under AppleCare+ is $99, and other accidental damage is also $99. Theft or loss protection with AppleCare+ is $149. Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo commence on October 16, with the official launch scheduled for October 23.