Using AppleCare before it runs out

I have a first generation Apple Watch Sport with some minor cosmetic imperfections and scratches after two years of use, with Apple Care+. The support runs out soon, and I was wondering what use it the cover has.

Specifically: If I were to 'accidentally' 'drop' my Watch, could I claim that on Apple Care and get a brand new one, or at least screen?

The hardware accidental damage coverage is only good for 2 incidents over the life of the AppleCare+. Each incident is subject to a US$69 service fee + tax.

You don't have to accidentally drop your Watch, you can just tell them that the glass was accidentally damaged during normal use and you want to make a claim (assuming you haven't already made at least 2 damage claims so far). You'll be charged a service fee and they'll either repair the glass or provide you with a refurb Sport watch.

There should be no need for moral quandaries while doing this. You bought the coverage to help you for this very purpose.

I was in an Apple Store before XMAS to buy an Apple Watch and the salesman sold me on Apple Care + saying I would be covered in the event of damaging the glass. So yes you could do that, but only you would know if you can live with doing so.

When you bought Apple Care+ with your Apple Watch, you have an 2 year extended warranty. Regarding the hardware, the coverage is for the following: 1. Your Apple Watch 2. The battery (if below 80% charging of original capacity) 3. Accessories

Within the 2 years that you have Apple Care, it is possible to replace your Apple Watch for $69 (Apple Watch/ Apple Watch Nike+) or $79 (Apple Watch Edition/Hermes)

Keep in mind that if you send in your Apple Watch for repairs, it is possible that you will get a brand new one, but it's more likely that you will get a refurbished device.

A refurbished device has a brand new case, screen and battery. Other components could be used before in another Apple Watch. A refurbished device does undergo additional quality checks. (I'm not 100% sure if this is true for Apple Watch, but this is the case for a refurbished iPhone).

Service fees may vary for your country. See Apple Care+ for Apple Watch support page (US)