I am trying to buy mine on ATT.com but cannot find an option for Applecare...?
It only shows me cases and chargers in the accessories screen. It has to be purchased at the same time, so it can't be an afterpurchase add-on.
ETA: ah, im on att's site. apple keeps trying to change my plan entirely.
You can always add Applecare later. Or get a Squaretrade warranty.
Not AppleCare+. I pre-ordered on At&t's site and it wasn't there at all. Check out Apple's site which states it has to be added on at the time of purchase.
iPhone - AppleCare+ - Apple Store (U.S.)
They better make some exception for those who ordered fromi AT&T.
I spoke with a person at the Apple store locally...they said that both Apple Care plans can be added anytime within the first year of ownership, as has always been the case.
I'm assuming that now, when people come into the store with a cracked screen and ask if they will fix it under warranty, they'll simply say "We can, but you'll need to purchase the Apple Care + warranty first", and then go through the process at that time.
Apple's site says different...
"AppleCare+ must be purchased together with new covered equipment. See AppleCare+ Terms and Conditions for complete product details."
I spoke with a person at the Apple store locally...they said that both Apple Care plans can be added anytime within the first year of ownership, as has always been the case.
I'm assuming that now, when people come into the store with a cracked screen and ask if they will fix it under warranty, they'll simply say "We can, but you'll need to purchase the Apple Care + warranty first", and then go through the process at that time.