The SoGA is only relevant if the device is purchased directly from Apple. It stipulates that the retailer is responsible for upholding the warranty. For Apple t

The SoGA is only relevant if the device is purchased directly from Apple. It stipulates that the retailer is responsible for upholding the warranty. For Apple to be liable for repairs/replacements where 3rd parties are involved, the Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977 says that they cannot exclude their responsibilities under the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982. This demands that they supply goods that are of satisfactory quality. However, if the devices have inherent defects that takes longer to reveal themselves that would normally be deemed reasonable, the onus is on the retailer to provide a remedy. Edit: IANAL, but this information comes from the Which? consumer group.