Earlier this week, Apple began asking students and teachers in the US through the UNiDAYS validation service before they can take advantage of the company’s discounted educational rates. The move closes a long-standing loophole that allows most people to save money on Apple devices as long as they don’t get caught in a random check.
However, just days after making that request, Apple promptly removed it. Each , you can again buy Macs, iPads, and other Apple products at a discount from the company’s USA. without verifying that you are currently a student or teacher. The outlet suggests the company may have made the change after some educators and school staff complained that they could not correctly verify their status through UNiDAYS and were therefore unable to receive get a discount on the product they want to buy.
It’s not clear if Apple plans to make this request again once it resolves any potential issues with the system. Over the years, Apple has used UNiDAYS in many other countries, including the UK, to ensure only those eligible for educational discounts can get them. We have reached out to the company for comment and more information.
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