AppleCare One launches in UK with multi-device protection

Apple has launched its multi-device insurance subscription, AppleCare One, in the United Kingdom, expanding the service beyond the United States for the first time. The plan, which also became available in Australia, Germany, and France, allows customers to cover up to three Apple products for a single monthly fee of £16.99, with the option to add more devices for £4.99 each per month.

A key feature of the new subscription is its inclusion of theft and loss coverage, which has also been extended to iPad and Apple Watch models in the UK, moving beyond being an iPhone-only option. The plan provides unlimited repairs for accidental damage, priority technical support, and subsidized battery service. For theft and loss, AppleCare One covers up to three incidents per year across all enrolled devices.

The service represents a potential cost saving for users with multiple Apple products. According to the company, a customer covering an iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad could save up to £11.48 per month compared to maintaining individual AppleCare with Theft and Loss plans for each device. The bundle is designed as a rolling monthly subscription, allowing coverage to automatically transfer...