Applecare replacement

Just a theoretical (for now)...

Currently have an iMac in for repair.

Got me thinking, and I can't seem to find the answer....

What would happen if the device can't be repaired?

Replaced with a refurbished identical/similar device?

How does it work?

iMac 27″ 5K, macOS 12.1

Posted on Nov 16, 2021 3:38 AM

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rkaufmann87

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Nov 16, 2021 8:01 AM in response to RaimondJohansson

Please call AppleCare they will speak for themselves.

Nov 16, 2021 1:18 PM in response to rkaufmann87

Since the actual website doesn’t really specify, I did go digging and found it in the terms and conditions.

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