Category: Mac
Should I Upgrade my iMac Hard Drive to a Solid State Drive?
January 16th, 2019 by Joe SilvermanCan I upgrade my iMac to a solid state drive? Will Apple help me?
Broken MacBook Screen Fix in NYC – What’s the Process?
December 7th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanYour MacBook has a broken screen. It happens. And it happens often. After all, we are tied down to our Macs every minute. Alright, let’s not get into curbing screen time now. Let’s talk about where you can go and what the process should be like. If you live in New York City, what are…
MacBook Logic Board Repair Service in NYC – Is it possible? Is it worth it? Is it permanent?
December 5th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanSo, you got a MacBook problem, huh? Apple told you the logic board bit the dust. It’s dead. Finished. Time to buy another MacBook, right? Well, that’s what Apple may want you to think. Your dead MacBook is 3+ years old. It’s borderline ancient! Yeah right it is. Apple creates this illusion that if your…
How to wipe out your old MacBook before selling it
November 13th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanLooking to upgrade for the holidays? Got an old MacBook you want to sell? There’s the quick whatever way. And then there’s the still-quick, but more thorough way. You know, the way where Mr. Hacker cannot access your bank accounts after you sell it to him? So, you’re about to hand over or ship your…
Mac Mail background color just changed all to black. Please fix! – Black screen remains after Mojave update
October 29th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanSo, this was a frantic Mac issue this morning. Help! My Mac Mail program just changed all to black! Please fix this immediately. First of all, it doesn’t just change by itself. There was a magical combination of keys that were pressed to make this happen. No, this one not something that a tech person…
Is My MacBook Fan Dead? – Is My MacBook Overheating? – 3 Steps to Test your MacBook Fan
October 23rd, 2018 by Joe SilvermanWe get a lot of paranoid computer users. A lot! They will stop in to see if they’ve been hacked. Or feel since the laptop is slow, they must have acquired a computer virus. We’ve had another bunch of worry-bees believing their Macbooks have overheated. Why we would ask? Well, it’s running hot. It’s sort…
3 Best Tricks when using Mac OS 10.14 Mojave – Best Tips for Mojave
October 22nd, 2018 by Joe SilvermanJust installing Mojave and looking to trick it out? Yes, there are some hidden hacks you can access. But, you’ll just need to know what to press to get there. Mojave, the latest Mac operating system, has some cool gems to take advantage of. Here are the 3 best tricks / tips when using Mojave…
Need Logic board repair in NYC for your MacBook?
April 9th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanFor some reason, it seems like MacBooks either last forever or die a quick death. On the quick death route, this usually means the logic board has gone belly up and no longer powers up. Please note a logic board is the term used for the motherboard of the Mac. For PC’s you would call…
Should I buy the iMac Pro? – Or should I repair my iMac – A New York Computer Help iMac Analysis
February 8th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanThe iMac Pro was launched on December 14, 2017. So, you may be a little behind the Jones’, but I’m a firm believer in waiting for all the kinks to be ironed out. Yes, being on the bleeding edge is fun, but not the smartest if you’re looking for good ol’ fashioned stability. Before we…
Need MacBook / iMac Repair in NYC – Best Out of Warranty Repair Apple Service to go to that is not Apple, Tekserve, or Geek Squad
February 7th, 2018 by Joe SilvermanSo, you have a Macbook or iMac that is in desperate need of help. Maybe you spilled your favorite drink all over the Macbook keyboard. Or perhaps your Macbook decided to get lazy and not power on. There are a host of reasons why you’re in this Apple pickle. But, you have options. First, are…
