Repairing Apple's Vision Pro headset will be a costly affair
What's the story
Apple has disclosed the repair costs for the Vision Pro headset in the US. Fixing a cracked cover glass without AppleCare+ will set users back a whopping $799 (Rs. 66,400). The headset itself sports a $3,499 (Rs. 2.9 lakh) price tag, while AppleCare+ coverage runs at $24.99 (Rs. 2,080) per month or $499 (Rs. 41,480) for two years. With AppleCare+, repairs for accidental damages will cost $299 (Rs. 24,850) per incident.
Details
AppleCare+ coverage details
AppleCare+ offers protection from any "unexpected and unintentional external event," like spilling your drink or accidentally dropping the device. The plan covers unlimited incidents during its two-year validity, as long as users cough up the $299 fee each time. Without AppleCare+, repairing other damage to the Vision Pro could cost up to $2,399 (Rs. 2 lakh), which is more than two-thirds the price of a brand-new headset.
Battery
What about batteries?
AppleCare+ subscribers will be eligible for a free battery replacement of their Apple Vision Pro headset. However, the battery should hold less than 80% of its original capacity. For those without AppleCare+ coverage, the cell will be replaced for a certain fee.
What Next?
DIY and third-party repair options
In response to right-to-repair laws, Apple has pledged to provide parts, tools, and information for DIY repairs of its devices. After launching the iPhone 15, Apple increased its self-service repair offerings to include the new handsets about a month later. If this pattern continues for the Vision Pro, DIY, and third-party repairs might become a viable alternative for users. For now, it's wise for buyers to add AppleCare+ to their purchase and treat their new headset with extra care.