Apple has officially introduced the Apple Watch Series 12, which marks the return of the ceramic case option to the company's wearable lineup. However, users who do not purchase the AppleCare+ protection plan face significant repair costs for this specific model.
According to the official Apple website, the cost for 'other damage' repairs for the ceramic Apple Watch Series 12 is $599 in the United States and ¥4739 in China. These figures represent a record high for the company's watch repair services.
The repair costs for the ceramic model exceed those of the Apple Watch Ultra 4. For the Ultra 4, the 'other damage' repair fee is $549 in the US and ¥4339 in China. Battery service for the new ceramic model is priced at $99 or ¥809.
AppleCare+ subscribers benefit from reduced service fees. For accidental damage to the ceramic Apple Watch Series 12, the fee is $69 or ¥528. Furthermore, battery replacement is provided free of charge if the maximum capacity drops below 80 percent.
