In my experience, AppleCare covers more than a warranty, which only covers defective devices or parts thereof. For example, AppleCare+ for iPads and iPhones cov

In my experience, AppleCare covers more than a warranty, which only covers defective devices or parts thereof. For example, AppleCare+ for iPads and iPhones covers accidental damage. Consumer law hinges on what is and what isn't reasonable. So a cracked screen due to consumer clumsiness wouldn't be replaced under normal warranty terms as the law says it's unreasonable for the retailer to be expected to cover that. A failed switch, however, should be replaced a cost to the retailer unless there are reasonable grounds to deny so, i.e. evidence of tampering, which would include bodged self repairs.