Is there a difference between this computer protection plan versus the laptop plan on the square trade website? It is much cheaper here.
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Per SquareTrade customer service: The protection program is the same. The cheaper price is an Amazon.com special discount. The requirement is that you must have purchased the item from Amazon.com.
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I don't believe there is any difference. The cheaper price is probably due to the high sales volume Amazon generates for them.
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The coverage looks the same to me. But i'm not a lawyer. Ask squaretrade. It may be an Amazon discount.
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The Square Trade Plan starts from the date of purchase. However, if you purchase the accidental damage coverage, it will be better coverage than the factory warranty. I have had instances where Square Trade has covered issues that the factory warranty would not.
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I bought some extra warranty for 2 years...SquareTrade 2-Year PC Peripherals Protection Plan
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On the Amazon website it clearly says "Worldwide CoverageIf you need a repair while abroad, send us a valid repair receipt for your item and we will reimburse you within five business days."I haven't actually tested this claim myself but I bought my laptop and ST warranty in the US and I'm now in the UK and I bought the ST warranty on the strength of the recommendations by two friends who did the same.
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I just got off the phone with Square Trade and they said they do NOT cover refurbished items unless purchased through eBay. The ST rep said that since ST is partners with Amazon, their warranty offer automatically shows up in Amazon listings whether the item is refurbished or not, their computer can't tell the difference. Glad I called!
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The detail in the listing states: Product Features 2-year coverage from date of purchase: drops, spills & hardware failures I have several phones with them covered; two recently that the warranty was applicable to; Square Trade did exactly what they said they would do; without exception. For one phone able to workout a new phone with ATT and ST paid what they would have; the 2nd is being repaired under warranty less the deductible. Both done to my satisfaction. I have several other warranty's with them; the way they handled the several phones provides confidence to use them. For the most part, we have had no claims on all the policies so knowing how they have handled the cell phones gives piece of mind that we have coverage if we need it; the warranty is with it in my opinion. My better than the cell phone company's that has deductibles too. You can also go to Square trade website to view 2 year plan which costs $125 vs $99. http://www.squaretrade.com/smartphone-warranty
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I would recommend the square protection plan if there is a chance of breakage of the device purchased. Filing a claim was very pain-free. I was able to call them (open 24-7) and the service associate walked me through the process (fill out a form that was emailed to me and send the device in with the address label that was also included in email). I would weigh the cost of the protection plan vs the cost of the new device. The second tablet I purchased, I elected not to take the protection plan as the tablet was on sale (less than $50).
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Ma'am,Square Trade only covers damage or malfunction to the device. If it's stolen your home owners or renters insurance would have to cover it. In some cases your renters insurance have protection plans on all electronics.
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I believe the 3 year extended warranty you're looking at is a warranty offered by some kind of third party warranty company. A lot of companies offers additional coverage such as "squaretrade" I would highly recommend getting an additional warranty on those laptops. Just so that you're completely aware of how those third party warranty companies do business, you might want to do the research on their coverage when it comes to something really happens. Some times they do take care of their customers and some times they decline the claim that the customer make in the event a laptop . I hope that was helpful. I believe the 3 year extended warranty you're looking at is a warranty offered by some kind of third party warranty company. A lot of companies offers additional coverage such as "squaretrade" I would highly recommend getting an additional warranty on those laptops. Just so that you're completely aware of how those third party warranty companies do business, you might want to do the research on their coverage when it comes to something really happens. Some times they do take care of their customers and some times they decline the claim that the customer make in the event a laptop... » Read More I believe the 3 year extended warranty you're looking at is a warranty offered by some kind of third party warranty company. A lot of companies offers additional coverage such as "squaretrade" I would highly recommend getting an additional warranty on those laptops. Just so that you're completely aware of how those third party warranty companies do business, you might want to do the research on their coverage when it comes to something really happens. Some times they do take care of their customers and some times they decline the claim that the customer make in the event a laptop . I hope that was helpful. « Show Less
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Based on the results of a search on Amazon for Square Trade, I'd say yes. My case was a little complicated. I returned a computer to Amazon, and Square Trade gave me a full return for the insurance. In the meantime I bought another computer from Best Buy but didn't get around to insuring it until the typical 30-day window had passed. Still, working directly with Square Trade, I got coverage under "new computer" terms.
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Yes you can get protection plan from Square Trade warranties, terms will depend on length of warranty and price you paid for your item.
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No, not to my knowledge, but I did not read the "fine" print. I was just happy that if I dropped and cracked my laptop or spilled a Coke on my laptop, Square Trade Accident Plan would take care of my laptop for me. I bought the three year plan, since I have Windows 7, and it will be opted out in 2 or 3 years by Windows 8. So I feel that my laptop has good accident coverage for a fair price for three years.
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Square trade protection plan covers the particular item you state in the plan. It doesn't matter who the retailer is.
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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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The difference is $25.00. Sorry I couldn't resist. The best thing you can do is call Square Trade that way you get the correct info. I believe that plans bought at Amazon are cheaper than plans you can buy directly at Square Trade. Again always best to go directly to the vendor of the product you are considering to purchase.
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Get the SquareTrade 2-Year Electronics Accident Protection Plan. It should cover them.
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I hear the debates on this and both sides have valid points. For my wife and I, we can't afford to just replace everything each year. Major things like our cars and electronics we get the extended warranty. Just knowing they are covered is well worth the little we pay and we have found the square trade to very well worth it. For us its a question of not having to worry if something goes wrong. Hope that helps.