Well actually it was one year, however the typical insurance underwriting companies only allow 30 days for registration when accidental damage is involved, the reputable ones anyway. When I called I was assured I would have 30 days, and I'm hoping that's the case.
And AppleCare+ is identical to AppleCare, except for 30 more dollars you get accidental coverage, up to two replacements with a $49 deductible. SquareTrade's warranty is similarly priced, Squaretrade is a dollar more, but with typical coupon codes found online expect to save up to 20 bucks. But regardless, with SquareTrade, you have to send the phone in, they offer a 5 day turnaround time, but that could still mean upwards of 2 weeks without a phone with shipping in both directions. Apple will most likely simply replace the phone on the spot. They often did this for free under the old AppleCare, or charge you a maximum of $200 for an out of warranty replacement (accidental damage or expired warranty), but they prob figured that extra 30 bucks will make them more money, which it will. I am going to get the plan simply for the convenience. If you invest in a good case and don't anticipiate any problems, you may not need it, but I have been known to drop phones, a lot, and also tend to be a little rougher than I would like on my electronics. But anyway, it's a good deal for what it offers and it's backed by Apple. which I have never really heard major complaints about when it comes to Customer Service.
