I recently upgraded from an iPhone 13 to a refurbished iPhone 15 Pro and I'm planning to gift my old 13 to my younger sister. I want to add it to my Apple One plan before giving it to her, which requires me to repair the battery for about $95. I'm considering an express replacement for around $99 because the phone has quite a few superficial scratches and scuffs from when I didn't use a case. I want to ensure she gets a phone that looks new. Do you think the express replacement is worth it, especially since the damage is mainly cosmetic?
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Honestly, sounds like a bit of a scam to me. If it's just aesthetics, maybe fix it up yourself instead of paying for an express replacement. She may appreciate the gesture without needing a perfect phone. Just a thought!
Express replacement generally doesn’t cover superficial damage, so you might want to think twice about that. It’s intended for situations where the phone is broken and needs a quick swap. If the scratches and scuffs are what concern you, those might not qualify. Consider if your sister would mind the cosmetic issues before spending that extra cash.
I get that! Just keep in mind that if something happens later, like a crack, you might be in a better place with express replacement. But if it’s just scratches, maybe it’s not worth the extra hassle.