First time post. I bought this warranty today with coupon code "JULY04". I paid $69. Coupon code is supposed to expire tonight. I thought I would pass this along as it seems to be a good alternative to BB warranty. Coverage details below. Ignore the reference to Ipad2 in the link.
dealnews.com/Square-Trade-2-Year-iPad-2-Warranty-for-70-more/475332.html
What is covered:
Mechanical and electrical failures that occur during normal use of your item. Your item is covered for up to the full purchase price of your item (tax and shipping are excluded).
Some examples of covered issues include computer hard drive failures, iPod batteries that stop charging, cell phone keypads that get stuck, and digital camera sensor failures.
Notes about ADH coverage:
If Accidental Damage from Handling (ADH) Protection was purchased, the Service Agreement expands to include damage from liquid spills, item drops, or any other accidental damage.
ADH coverage begins 30 days after purchase, and does not cover willful damage, negligent use, theft or loss. ADH coverage begins 30 days after purchase, and does not cover willful damage, negligent use, theft or loss. A $50 deductible applies on ADH-related claims for Cell Phones only. SquareTrade has waived the deductible for all other ADH claims. ADH is not available on all items.
I purchased a warranty through them last week for my Tab. I also have insurance with them for my cell phone.
Bought my 2 year warranty for my new SGT 10.1 through them, seems like a great warranty!
This is great deal
Discover Card people:
shopdiscover opens up another discounted warranty - this is normal for shopdiscover
599.99 coverage + ADH = $109 for 3 years
69.99 for 2 years ($34.995 / year
109.99 for 3 years. ($36.663/ year)
another option for those that want a longer warranty
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Squaretrade now offers a 24-month $599 coverage policy for the Nexus One, Droid, and other expensive phones. It includes accidental damage. Cost is $144+tax. I paid about $109 using a 20% off coupon (NEWYEAR).
This is much better coverage than Asurion / T-Mobile offers, and with the discount it's priced about the same. (Slightly cheaper.)
I wish it could be purchased without the extended warranty, since my credit card offers that for free, but I feel a lot better with accidental damage coverage!
Note: I do not have any prior experience dealing with this company.
Thank you for contacting SquareTrade.
We appreciate your interest in SquareTrade Care Plan.
Yes, we do provide a warranty for the new Nexus One from Google.
We provide coverage for brand new Premium Smart Phones such as the Nexus One purchased from retailer/e-tailer up to $599, regardless if it were purchased up front or on a contract (regardless of the price), for $144.
Additionally, for retail bought items you have 90 days following the item purchase date to get a SquareTrade warranty.
Below given are our coverage details for a new cell phone purchased from a retailer:
Our standard warranty covers mechanical and electrical failures that occur during normal use. You get 100% Parts & Labor coverage with zero deductibles.
Accidental Damage from Handling (ADH) is also included in cell phone plan.
ADH covers eligible items from liquid spills, drops, or any other accidental damage from handling ($50 deductible from coverage limit applies to ADH claims).
However, any repairs for any electronic or mechanical issues due to normal wear and tear would not be subject to any deductibles.
For more information, please visit the Learn More section of our website at http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/learn-more-warranty-buyer.
Furthermore, on new items, our coverage starts from the date of item purchase. If you purchased your item as new, some part of this period will overlap with the manufacturer's warranty that comes with your item. Most new items we cover come with a one year manufacturer's warranty.
ADH coverage starts 30 days after date of item purchase, and does not cover pre-existing conditions, willful damage, negligent use, software, theft or loss.
If you have a problem with a covered item while the manufacturer's warranty is still in effect, we will refer you to them so they can resolve the problem with your item. If you need assistance, we will provide any contact information we have for the manufacturer, as well as advice on how to file a claim with them. Using your manufacturer's warranty first allows you to save the value of your SquareTrade warranty for a future failure.
Moreover, you would be able to purchase this warranty and view any additional coverage details using the following link:
http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/cellphone-landing3
Hope that answers your question! If not, go here to view the contract summary. You can also reply to this email or call 1-877-WARRANTY (1-877-927-7268) US & Canada only, 24/7.
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i've heard good things about square trade.
If the NEWYEAR code expires, try TWTYOFF. That was a code they gave me after checkout.
Bicster_ said:
Squaretrade now offers a 24-month $599 coverage policy for the Nexus One, Droid, and other expensive phones. It includes accidental damage. Cost is $144+tax. I paid about $109 using a 20% off coupon (NEWYEAR).
This is much better coverage than Asurion / T-Mobile offers, and with the discount it's priced about the same. (Slightly cheaper.)
I wish it could be purchased without the extended warranty, since my credit card offers that for free, but I feel a lot better with accidental damage coverage!
Note: I do not have any prior experience dealing with this company.
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Where do you see that Asurion does not cover accidental damage? They clearly state coverage for loss, theft, and damage (even water damage). Where does that exclude accidental damage?
Is SquareTrade's coverage tied to a specific phone? One of the reasons I liked Asurion is that it covers whatever phone I'm using at the moment. So for now it would cover my N1, but when I upgrade in 6-9 months (I wish)...it'll automatically cover the new phone.
Just checking out the coverage at SQ.. note the bold...
"Assumes coverage is purchased for 24 consecutive months. Please note that SquareTrade does not cover loss. Terms and conditions of other providers’ warranty/insurance plans may vary, please refer to each providers terms for details on their coverage. Prices are accurate as of 12/1/2009. Copyright SquareTrade 2010. All brands or products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders."
and...
"No Coverage from Loss: There is no coverage against lost or stolen phones. You can always cancel your warranty and receive a refund if that happens."
No offense, and I'm not trying to start anything, but I'm glad I went with Asurion..
Yeah that's definitely a requirement for me. Half the reason I'm getting insurance for my N1 is for theft/loss.
I've never lost a phone, so I can take my chances there.
My problem with Asurion is that the way I read their contract, they can replace your phone with anything they want to... Any phone of any value. Perhaps they don't do that, but it's what I saw in the contract.
Basically all insurance plans are heavily biased toward the insurer. At the end of the day you decide what perils you want insured and whether it's worthwhile. There are reasons for going either way.
So I was trying to add the insurance to my line now since I could never add it with my Nexus. These are the options I was given. (Copy and pasted from the Online support chat)
~Fawn C: There are three options for coverage, You can have the $1.99 monthly service that gives you extra warranty coverage for manufacturing defects. This does not cover damage or a lost/stolen phone.
The second options is the $4.79 monthly service that covers damage plus if the phone is lost/stolen. There would be a deductible for any claims.
The third option is the $5.99 monthly service that covers warranty issues, damage, or if the phone is lost/stolen. With this bundle, there would also be a deductible for any claims not covered by the warranty.
Me: I'm not understanding the difference between the 4.79 and the 5.99. Can you explain it further?
~Fawn C: Yes, definitely.
~Fawn C: The $4.79 does not cover warranty defects. It only covers for lost/ stolen or damage.
What do you guys think is the best choice? Don't we have a one year warranty with HTC? Is it really worth extending the warranty for 5.99 a month? If I ever needed the phone serviced, couldn't it just be serviced/replaced under the accidental damage?
Do you like getting the runaround from Asurion time after time, jumping through their hoops, just to get a second-hand refurb phone that might or might not have its own defects? If so, go with any of those options.
I just went with the $1.99 option to protect myself from the hinge issue and faulty buttons on the keyboard down the line. My screen has just started to wiggle around alot on the hinges too after 1 week of use and it's nice to know ill be protected from that as well.
So I've been looking around for insurance for my SGS2. All the UK/EU insurers won't touch a phone being used primarily in the U.S. Somebody said SquareTrade doesn't insure grey market phones. Here's what I found in their T&C:
- If your item is used, or doesn't have a US manufacturer's warranty of at least 90 days ("Other"), then the Service Agreement begins on the 61st day after item purchase and lasts for the number of years of coverage you specify at purchase time.
- If the manufacturer refuses to honor their warranty because they consider your item grey market or not purchased from an authorized retailer, we will still cover you.
So it seems for ADH and mechanical defects they'll cover the phone up to $600 with a $50 deductible for two years. They don't cover loss or theft. Here are the complete T&C.
https://www.squaretrade.com/merchant/learn/summaryPopup.html
The price is $124 plus tax. But use "JULY04" as a coupon code and it drops to $94. I'd rather have something that covered loss or theft too but it doesn't seem like a bad deal for the peace of mind.
I'm waiting on a reply from ensquared.com, but their's is more comprehensive and up to $1000. I'll post back tomorrow with the reply.
Good find but this is in their terms and conditions as excluded:
Covered Products not readily available in the United States through Communication Service Providers (overseas unlocked phones).
just use your home insurance or rental insurance to cover it.. extra $20 for me
BarryH_GEG said:
Good find but this is in their terms and conditions as excluded:
Covered Products not readily available in the United States through Communication Service Providers (overseas unlocked phones).
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Ugh..good catch
Now I understand that there have been quite a few threads on insurances companies but I want to know what you guys went for and why.
SquareTrade covers everything except lost and stolen but i have seen exceptional reviews with them
-They require you to buy their insurance within 30days
-$69 for 1 year (Coverage up to $750)
-$99 deductible
-International covered
Ensquared does cover lost and stolen and I have seen decent reviews with them.
-They require you to buy their insurance within 90days
-Claims all phones are replaced NEW
-$58.99 for 1 year (Coverage up to $1000)
-Max of $75 deductible on any smartphone
-International unlocked phones covered
I've read much on SquareTrade but i havent found much on Ensquared in terms of reviews. If anyone does have experience with Ensquared that would be nice. Insurance that covers lost and stolen is golden.
Now there are other companies too such as Negri and Asurion. I've read Negri is unreliable with their umbrella insurance company. Asurion is okay but doesnt cover every carrier.
Input would be great. Remember, we all just want to secure our investments
Trying to decided whether to get the squaretrade warranty vs the warrantylife.
Warrantylife.com seems to offer the better deal and has 2 options:
Standard Features:
No hidden fees or repair costs
If a product can't be repaired it will be replaced or a replacement credit issued
Power surge protection
Manufacturer authorized service centres
Unlimited number of claims
30 day money back guarantee
Extra Features:
Complimentary 3 way shipping with UPS
Accidents happen, get additional protection today:
Protection from drops and spills with coverage starting on the date of purchase.
$50 deductible required for accidental claims.
2 Year Accidental Damage Warranty
for 89.99
or a 3 year plan 129.99
Where as Squaretrade has a 2 year plan for $99 and a deductible of $99
I dont know whether or not you can transfer the warranty in Warrantylife or if they will give you cash back if you sell your phone before the 2 year plan, however on paper it appears to be the better deal especially since they only have a $50 deductible.
has anyone had any experience with Warrantylife?
WarrantyLife.com
Yes all warranties are transferable form Warranty Life at no cost.
thepoetvd776 said:
Trying to decided whether to get the squaretrade warranty vs the warrantylife.
Warrantylife.com seems to offer the better deal and has 2 options:
Standard Features:
No hidden fees or repair costs
If a product can't be repaired it will be replaced or a replacement credit issued
Power surge protection
Manufacturer authorized service centres
Unlimited number of claims
30 day money back guarantee
Extra Features:
Complimentary 3 way shipping with UPS
Accidents happen, get additional protection today:
Protection from drops and spills with coverage starting on the date of purchase.
$50 deductible required for accidental claims.
2 Year Accidental Damage Warranty
for 89.99
or a 3 year plan 129.99
Where as Squaretrade has a 2 year plan for $99 and a deductible of $99
I dont know whether or not you can transfer the warranty in Warrantylife or if they will give you cash back if you sell your phone before the 2 year plan, however on paper it appears to be the better deal especially since they only have a $50 deductible.
has anyone had any experience with Warrantylife?
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Thanks for the update!
Anyone had any experience with Warrantylife?
Hi, Is there any plan that covers for theft or loss?
Thanks.
gilbnx said:
Hi, Is there any plan that covers for theft or loss?
Thanks.
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Not right now, those plans are usually very expensive with very high deductibles. For example, if you do lose your phone, you'll be paying $165 deductible plus the price of your plan. In most cases, you won't lose it within the 2 year contract time frame. It's of course all risk, but most likely you'll drop it a few times and need to fix it.