Some Apple Watch Series 2, Series 3 Models Will Get Free Screen Replacement

Aug. 31, 2019

“Apple has determined that, under very rare circumstances, a crack may form along the rounded edge of the screen in aluminum models of an Apple Watch Series 2 or Series 3. The crack may begin on one side and then may continue around the screen”, said the companyon its official blog, which also posted images of what the cracks typically look like.Image Courtesy: Apple

Apple is advising all affected users to get their devices repaired for free from Apple Authorized Service Providers in case the screens developed cracks similar to the ones illustrated above. The free repair program covers“eligible aluminum models of Apple Watch Series 2 and Series 3 for three years after the first retail sale of the unit or one year from the start date of this program, whichever is longer”. The following is the complete list of eligible devices, as listed on the company’s official website.

The latest development comes just days after Apple wasforced to issue a recallfor some models of its 15-inch MacBook Pro after they were deemed a safety hazard by global aviation regulators, following reports of fires resulting from faulty batteries in those devices. The company had alsolaunched a similar program last yearto rectify an issue with the batteries in the 13-inch MacBook Pro, although, there were no reports of fires or injuries back then.

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