Apple launches costly repair program for iPhone 6 Plus 'touch disease'

The iPhone 6 Plus' so-called "touch disease" has been known about for some time now, but Apple has only just got around to launching a repair program -- the Multi-Touch Repair Program for iPhone 6 Plus.

But in addition to taking its sweet time in getting round to addressing the issue, Apple is set to upset large number of users by charging them $149 for the privilege.

The repair program will run for five years from the on-sale date of the iPhone 6 Plus, but it should not be seen as a way to repair a cracked screen at the same time. Apple is not only charging customer to fix the problem, but also only willing to work on iPhones whose "screen is not cracked or broken". Financial compensation is also available to anyone who has already fixed their phone at greater expense.

Launching the Multi-Touch Repair Program for iPhone 6 Plus, Apple says:

Apple has determined that some iPhone 6 Plus devices may exhibit display flickering or Multi-Touch issues after being dropped multiple times on a hard surface and then incurring further stress on the device.

If your iPhone 6 Plus is exhibiting the symptoms noted above, is in working order, and the screen is not cracked or broken, Apple will repair your device for a service price of $149.

Apple will contact customers who may have paid for a service repair related to this issue either through Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider to arrange reimbursement. If you have not been contacted but paid for a repair that you believe was related to this issue, please contact Apple.

The reimbursement amount will equal the difference between the price you paid for the original service to your iPhone 6 Plus and the $149 service price.