Differences between AASP, IRP and independent shops
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Differences between AASP, IRP and independent shops
January 25, 20267 minSimpleStore
Three paths to repair Apple
AASP: Full Apple partnership. Warranty repairs, Apple.com visibility, high investment, strict rules.
IRP: Independent program. Genuine parts access, lower investment, no warranty repairs.
Independent: No Apple ties. Full freedom, lower cost, no genuine parts access.
Path: Start independent → grow to IRP → establish as AASP.
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