Encore Domestic, Asian, and European Software 1-year subscription kit provices a year of frequent and valuable updates for new coverage Including coverage enhancements, repair information, application improvements and includes the "Diagnostics for Life" lifetime hardware warranty. Now Features "Diagnostics for Life" lifetime hardware warranty means OTC supports your Encore for as long as you own it, as long as you update it! The "hardware warranty" applies to the Encore scan tool tablet only. Accessories, such as cables, adapters, batteries, and case remain the 90 day factory warranty from purchase.