Understanding Apple Warranty
New MacBooks come with a 1-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects. AppleCare+ extends this to 3 years and adds accidental damage coverage (with a service fee). Warranty does not cover accidental damage, liquid damage, or damage from unauthorised modifications.
When to Use Apple Warranty
Use Apple warranty when:
- Your MacBook is under 1 year old with a hardware defect
- You have AppleCare+ and the issue is covered
- The problem is a known manufacturing defect
- You want official Apple parts and documentation for resale value
When Third-Party Repair Makes Sense
Consider independent repair when:
- Your warranty has expired
- Apple quotes a very high price for repair
- You have liquid damage (not covered by standard warranty)
- Apple wants to replace the whole logic board when only a component is faulty
- You need a faster turnaround than Apple can offer
Cost Comparison
Our repairs are typically 40-60% less than Apple. For example, a logic board repair that Apple might quote at 500-800 pounds, we can often complete for 149-299 pounds by repairing at component level rather than replacing the entire board.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will third-party repair void my Apple warranty?
No. Under UK law, having your device repaired by a third party does not automatically void your warranty. Apple can only deny warranty coverage for issues directly caused by the third-party repair.
Do you use genuine Apple parts?
We use genuine Apple parts from donor machines wherever possible. When genuine parts are not available, we use high-quality OEM alternatives from trusted suppliers.
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