Is the protection plan worth it? Question is...with service this good is the added protection worth it?
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I've wondered the same thing. It's basically like paying $30 for the chance to replace the kindle one time if the owner were to crack the screen or something like that. I think Amazon is good at taking back things with electrical problems, so I don't think the protection plan would be needed for those types of situations. The one thing I don't like is that they can replace the kindle with a refurbished model if they want. I'm typically careful with my electronics and I'm buying the Amazon case for my Paperwhite, so I'm leaning more towards no on the protection plan right now. I still have almost a month to decide though since I just ordered my Paperwhite on the 3rd and it's not expected to arrive until Nov.5.
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This is a super-great question!!!! I like the idea of the SmartGuard because it makes me feel more secure even if it is a false sense of security. Yes, that's totally dumb, but I'm just plain going with the laws of probability. Although they just don't make things like they used to, have you noticed that things generally fall apart the day after your last payment or when the warranty expires? Anyway, although I can't make a comment about having to use the extended warranty, I will say that it certainly is a throw of the dice.
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Not a problem. Well, here's my honest answer. I have a "square trade" warranty on my cell phone and on my tablet. My wife recently used her square trade warranty for her cellphone and the company was fast, reliable and friendly. Since everything (now a days) is so mobile, I feel secure in knowing that I'm covered. I think my policy covered up to $700 (I'd have to look it up). Personally, I find that's very reasonable. Also, I use a free app for saving files, "drop box". I installed it on my tablet. Please let me know if this was helpful. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask. Enjoy the weekend. By the way, I love my tablet! Not a problem. Well, here's my honest answer. I have a "square trade" warranty on my cell phone and on my tablet. My wife recently used her square trade warranty for her cellphone and the company was fast, reliable and friendly. Since everything (now a days) is so mobile, I feel secure in knowing that I'm covered. I think my policy covered up to $700 (I'd have to look it up). Personally, I find that's very reasonable. Also, I use a free app for saving files, "drop box". I installed it on my tablet. Please let me know if this was helpful. If you have any other questions... » Read More Not a problem. Well, here's my honest answer. I have a "square trade" warranty on my cell phone and on my tablet. My wife recently used her square trade warranty for her cellphone and the company was fast, reliable and friendly. Since everything (now a days) is so mobile, I feel secure in knowing that I'm covered. I think my policy covered up to $700 (I'd have to look it up). Personally, I find that's very reasonable. Also, I use a free app for saving files, "drop box". I installed it on my tablet. Please let me know if this was helpful. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask. Enjoy the weekend. By the way, I love my tablet! « Show Less
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Your apple care protection should start once you register it. I forget if starts after you limited warranty runs out. Either way I've found the extended warranty to be worth it because your other warranty is truly only limited. The apple care plan covers just about everything including replacement equipment, parts, or most of time damaged goods. The only thing is that it has to be bought within your limited warranty time frame.
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Thanks.Regarding service/problems...if you buy online do you have to deal with service/repair, etc online too? Does that work out generally?I know, I want my cake and eat it too. Car dealers hate this but if you buy from another (say, out-of-state) dealer, your hometown dealer MUST offer warranty service for you.Also, when buying online, do you have flexibility for setting up family plan and getting competitive pricing on second phone?
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This is strange Amazon has simply forwarded your question to an other new resent purchaser of this product. I happen to know that the product is covered by the warranty for up to a year during that time you can decide to purchase an extended warranty. Having said this you must be careful any dents dings or sometimes even scratches on the Air and the warrany becomes void. I've chosen to buy a protective covering for my computer (much cheaper) not the extended warranty. The product is well built so if you take care of it it will take care of you. Paying for any repair may be the way to go. I did this with my teenage kids who were quite rough with there laptops for five years so far I've spent $400/$500 in repairs and upgrades on my daughters laptop neither had protective covering which my daughter could have done with as she really used and abused her laptop. What do you know a very detailed response from a man who has the time to respond. Your luck good luck with your decision. Max :)
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I did not buy the 4-year accidental protection. My thinking is that the probability of damage, loss, theft, etc. is quite low so I tend to "self-insure" for all these types of losses. In that context, I never buy any type of extended warranty be it for a vacuum cleaner, a car or a piece of electronic gear such as a computer or digital camera. I'm in my 70's now and I honestly believe that I'm well ahead given the self-insurance philosophy.
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Not sure why you would since the cost is low. Whatever plan you might get probably would not cover the things that wear out like tines. Shipping back and forth would eat up the rest. Have had no trouble with ours. If it lasts a couple of years junk it and get another.
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First off....I'm 'New' item buyer....I shy away from 'Used' products...That's just me. Secondly, I would evaluate the cost of the insurance (protection plan)....add that to your price....that basically is the cost of your item. If you are comfortable with that...go for it. Insurance (Protection Plan) is something that is good to have.....better if you never need to use it, because of the inconvenince. Good Luck.
2038210
Yes, the plan is good for all. You can buy the plan from third-party vendors and it can still be good when you register with Apple online.
1975824
I would consider square trade on amazon instead..almost same price but for 3yrs coverage and a better track record than smart guard.Actually, BBB has lots of complaints that were resolved by refunds of the coverage- hence they keep their A rating, but don't pay out claims.
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I have a rider on my home owners insurance that covers my lenses. It pays for any damage or loss that I might have with my lense or camera. It is cheaper than extended warranty and covers more.
330033
We have never found extended warranties worth the money. If something does go wrong, a new one is not much more than the cost of the warranty but have had no trouble except when it froze and that would not have been covered anyway.
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David, my purchase of this plan was to cover a refurbished product. Unfortunately, I have not studied the full details of this plan as of today. I would think the plan holder would be able to assist you better than me.
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I just bought mine from Sears for $879 and a 14mo. 0% finance offer. Had tried here and Best Buy but both were out of stock. Only concern I have now is whether to add the service agreement. I may make a bet that the 630 will last past the insurance coverage term anyway. Service insurance can be an expensive gamble. Knock on wood, I've NEVER had to use any that I bought in the past, plus Samsung does have a really good reliability record with their products. I'll be back with my first impressions of the 40b630 after Christmas. It's a gift for my wife!
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the coverage and Reliability. before i got i did some research and i found this lynk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj5A7gvqcXo check his videos!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks
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I didn't buy it. I think it totally depends on you. If you know the company is solid in their reputation, then I sure you will be able to make a decision as to whether its worth the purchase. I figure if it's something like a computer or electronic, I be more prone to buying a warranty then any other product...just depends on what it is;)Hope that helps,Mighty Counselor