If you live close to an Apple Store, you should learn about and take advantage of Apple's ProCare program. For the low, low price of $99.00 per year, you get the following:
- Personal Training :: From sending your first email to laying down your latest mix, there’s no better way to learn more, or to learn it faster, than with one-on-one training from a Mac expert. These sessions last an hour (up to once per week), cover the topics of your choice, and are free to ProCare members.
- Fast Track :: ProCare is your ticket to priority repairs and available same-day service at the Genius Bar. Members get “Next in line, first on the bench” service on all in-store repairs. And if you have a quick technical question, just flash your card, and Apple will work you in as soon as we can.
- Advance Reservations :: Now you can schedule appointments for the Genius Bar and The Studio up to seven days in advance. And since only ProCare members get access to every available time slot, it’s easy to get on their schedule at a time that fits your schedule.
- Yearly Tune-up :: Bring in your Mac and Apple will run system diagnostics, update your Apple software, and even clean your monitor and keyboard. Pretty much everything you need to make sure your Mac is in tip-top condition. And it’s free to ProCare members.
- Complete Setup :: When you buy a Mac, Apple will transfer all your existing files to your new computer, organize everything into convenient folders, and set up your system and your new software. All you have to do is turn it on, and you’re ready to go.
- Works Worldwide :: Each ProCare card works the same in every retail Apple Store location. So if you find yourself with a software hiccup in London, or just want to take an iMovie class in Tokyo, come by the nearest retail Apple Store and they will help you out.
I can't think of any drawbacks to this program. Where else can you get 52 hours of one-on-one training by a "Genius" for $99.00 per year? I only wish that there was an Apple Store closer to me, so that I could take advantage of ProCare. You can learn about Apple's ProCare program by clicking HERE.
What kind of world do we live in, where Apple sells a product,and won't let you purchase it online? What a load of crap.
Posted by: Dan | July 15, 2008 at 01:02 AM