Are you an Apple enthusiast looking to streamline your subscriptions and save some cash? Or perhaps you're a Verizon customer curious about how their plans can sweeten the deal on your favorite Apple services? You've come to the right place! This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about how much Apple One costs on Verizon, the plans it's available with, and how to get it set up. Let's dive in and unlock those savings!
Unpacking Apple One on Verizon: A Step-by-Step Guide
Verizon offers some fantastic ways to get Apple One, either as a discounted perk on eligible plans or even included with specific plans. Understanding the nuances can save you a significant amount each month.
Step 1: Understand What Apple One Is (And Why You Might Want It)
Before we talk numbers, let's ensure we're all on the same page about Apple One. It's Apple's bundled subscription service that brings together several popular Apple services under one convenient, discounted monthly payment. Think of it as a one-stop shop for your digital entertainment and cloud storage needs.
What's typically included in Apple One?
Apple Music: Access to millions of songs, ad-free, with Spatial Audio, curated playlists, and more.
Apple TV+: Home to critically acclaimed Apple Original shows and movies.
Apple Arcade: Unlimited access to a vast library of ad-free games with no in-app purchases.
iCloud+: Secure cloud storage for your photos, videos, files, and device backups, along with privacy features like iCloud Private Relay and Hide My Email.
Depending on the tier, it can also include:
Apple News+: Premium access to hundreds of magazines and leading newspapers.
Apple Fitness+: A personalized fitness and wellness experience with guided workouts and meditations.
Why bundle? Simply put, it's about savings. Subscribing to each of these services individually can quickly add up. Apple One offers a considerable discount compared to paying for them separately.
Step 2: Identify Eligible Verizon Plans for Apple One Perks
Verizon doesn't just hand out Apple One to everyone. You need to be on a qualifying plan to get the discounted perk.
Sub-heading: Verizon's myPlan and Perks
Verizon's current unlimited plans, often referred to as "myPlan," are designed with customizable perks in mind. This is where you'll find the Apple One perk option.
Mobile Phone Plans:
Unlimited Ultimate
Unlimited Plus
Unlimited Welcome
Home Internet Plans:
5G Home
5G Home Plus
5G Home Ultimate
LTE Home
LTE Home Plus
Fios Home Internet plans (excluding Fios Classic standalone internet plans)
Important Note: You can often add one of each perk per eligible line on mobile phone and wireless home internet plans. For Fios, it's typically one perk per eligible account. This means if you have multiple lines on an eligible mobile plan, each line could potentially add the Apple One perk!
Step 3: Understand the Cost of Apple One as a Verizon Perk
This is where the direct savings come into play. Verizon offers discounted rates for Apple One when you add it as a perk to an eligible plan.
Sub-heading: Apple One Perk Pricing through Verizon
Apple One Individual subscription: Typically $15/month through Verizon. This is a discount from its standard price (which is currently around $19.95/month). This tier includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and 50GB of iCloud+ storage.
Apple One Family subscription: Typically $20/month through Verizon. This is also a discount from its standard price (currently around $25.95/month). This tier includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and 200GB of iCloud+ storage, and can be shared with up to five other family members via Family Sharing.
Sub-heading: What if I want Apple One Premier?
Verizon's perk options generally cover the Individual and Family tiers. If you desire the Apple One Premier plan (which adds Apple News+ and Apple Fitness+ along with 2TB of iCloud+ storage), you'll typically need to subscribe to it directly through Apple and pay the full price. However, you might still find some benefits by combining a Verizon perk with a direct Apple subscription for specific services. For example, some users have combined the Apple One Family perk from Verizon with a separate iCloud+ storage upgrade purchased directly from Apple.
Step 4: Consider the "One Unlimited for iPhone" Plan
Verizon also has a specific mobile plan that includes Apple One, rather than offering it as an add-on perk.
Sub-heading: Apple One Included with One Unlimited for iPhone
The One Unlimited for iPhone plan is tailored specifically for Apple users.
Single line: If you have a single line on this plan, it includes the Apple One Individual subscription.
Two or more lines: If you have two or more lines on this plan, it includes the Apple One Family subscription, which can be shared with up to five other people.
Key Difference: With the "One Unlimited for iPhone" plan, Apple One is part of the base plan and not an additional $10 or $15 perk. This can be a great value if this plan otherwise suits your data and other needs. However, unlike the myPlan perks, where you can "mix and match" perks, the "One Unlimited for iPhone" plan mandates that all lines on your account must be on this specific plan.
Step 5: How to Add Apple One to Your Verizon Account
Getting your Apple One perk or activating your included Apple One subscription is a straightforward process.
Sub-heading: Using the My Verizon App (Recommended!)
Open the My Verizon app: Make sure your app is up to date.
Sign in: Enter your password, fingerprint, or Face ID. Only Account Owners or Account Managers can add perks.
Navigate to Perks:
If you're adding a new perk: Depending on your plan, tap the Mobile or Home tab, then go to Shop services & perks. Find and tap Apple One, then Get it now.
If you're managing existing perks: Tap the Mobile or Home tab, then My services & perks, and select Apple One.
Choose Your Apple One Tier: Select either Apple One Individual or Apple One Family.
Select a Line (if applicable): If you have multiple lines, choose the desired line for the perk. The selected line must have an iPhone with iOS 14.7 or later to activate Apple One.
Review and Confirm: Review the details, check the box to accept the Terms & Conditions, and tap Confirm.
Activate Your Subscription: A confirmation text will be sent to the applicable mobile number with a link to complete enrollment and activate your Apple One subscription on Apple's side. Follow the instructions to link your Apple ID.
Sub-heading: Using the My Verizon Website
Sign in to My Verizon: Go to the Verizon website and sign in with your user ID or mobile number (ensure you have Account Owner or Manager access).
Go to Services & Perks: From the Account Overview screen, select Services & perks.
Find Apple One: Select Entertainment, then choose Apple One. (If already added, navigate to Manage services & perks and select Apple One).
Add or Manage: Select Add next to the appropriate number, review the alert, and select Continue.
Choose Tier and Confirm: Select Individual subscription or Family subscription, then Continue. Check the box to accept the Terms & Conditions and select Enroll in Apple One.
Activate: A confirmation text will be sent with instructions to activate.
Step 6: Enjoy Your Apple One Subscription!
Once activated through Apple's system, you'll gain access to all the services included in your chosen Apple One tier. Remember that changes might take up to 15 minutes to appear on your account.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How to check if my Verizon plan is eligible for Apple One?
You can check your plan eligibility by logging into your My Verizon app or the My Verizon website. Navigate to the "Services & Perks" section, and it will show you the perks available with your current plan. Eligible plans typically include Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus, and Unlimited Welcome for mobile, as well as various 5G Home, LTE Home, and Fios Home Internet plans.
How to upgrade from Apple One Individual to Family on Verizon?
Yes, if you have the Apple One Individual perk from Verizon, you can upgrade to the Apple One Family subscription for an additional $5/month. You can do this through the "Services & Perks" section in your My Verizon app or website.
How to manage my Apple One subscription through Verizon?
You can manage your Apple One perk, including canceling it, through the My Verizon app or My Verizon website. Go to "My services & perks," select "Apple One," and you'll find options to manage or unsubscribe.
How to activate Apple One after adding it to my Verizon plan?
After adding the Apple One perk on Verizon, you will receive a confirmation text message with a link. You must click this link and follow the on-screen instructions to link your Apple ID and activate your Apple One subscription directly with Apple.
How to troubleshoot Apple One activation issues with Verizon?
If you encounter activation issues, first ensure your iPhone is running iOS 14.7 or later. Then, double-check that you've clicked the activation link sent by Verizon. If problems persist, it's best to contact Verizon customer support directly for assistance, as there might be a conflict with existing Apple subscriptions.
How to get Apple One Premier through Verizon?
Verizon's Apple One perks typically only offer the Individual and Family tiers. If you want Apple One Premier, you will generally need to subscribe to it directly through Apple at its full price.
How to share Apple One Family with my family members?
Once you have the Apple One Family subscription (whether through Verizon's perk or the One Unlimited for iPhone plan), you can share it with up to five other family members using Apple's Family Sharing feature. Ensure Family Sharing is set up on your Apple devices.
How to understand the savings with Apple One on Verizon?
The savings come from paying a discounted rate for the bundle through Verizon compared to subscribing to each Apple service individually. For example, the Apple One Individual perk is $15/month through Verizon, while the services included would cost approximately $19.95/month if purchased separately from Apple.
How to cancel Apple One if I no longer want it on Verizon?
To cancel your Apple One perk on Verizon, open the My Verizon app or go to the My Verizon website. Navigate to "My services & perks," select "Apple One," and then choose the option to "Unsubscribe" or "Remove."
How to use Apple One services across my devices?
Once activated, your Apple One services (Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, iCloud+) will be accessible on all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch) as long as you're signed in with the Apple ID linked to your Apple One subscription. Some services like Apple Music and Apple TV+ are also available on non-Apple platforms.
