SET UP

SMART SHOPPING

Our clients never buy anything Apple without talking to us first.

Smart shoppers know there’s a good and bad time to buy Apple products whether it’s a Mac or an iPhone.

The good news is . . . you don’t need to do anything.

We do the research and you reap the benefit.

Even if you’re standing in line at an Apple store, give us a call . . . we’re happy to provide advice.

NEW MAC

Live in Los Angeles and need a complete Mac set up?

We migrate all the files from your old computer, connect to your home network, sync with the iCloud, set up email, install Office for Mac and connect your wireless printer and scanner.

Local and Online backup can be set up at your convenience.

IPAD OR IPHONE

New to the iPad or iPhone? Just upgrading?

Let us take the stress out of the set up process.

We’ll activate your device, create Email accounts, set up the iCloud, sign you into Messages and Facetime and sync all your music, photos, and files.

Want to listen to the latest podcasts, watch Netflix or HBO or try out audiobooks on Audible . . . we can do that too.

APPLE TV 4K

Apple TV+ streaming service launches this fall and there’s never a better time to get an Apple TV 4K.

We’ll install, integrate into your home theater, set up your favorite channels and show you how the amazing new Apple remote works.

All you have to do is sit back and watch.

EVERYTHING ELSE

We work with Spectrum, AT&T and Direct TV to set up a home network with the speed you need.

We’ll get your Mac, iPad and iPhone talking to your new wireless printer and scanner.

Want a more wireless home? Let us introduce you to voice control using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. 

Set Up Tips For The Mac

Smart Buying

Knowing when to buy is based on two factors: Apple’s product cycle and the latest Apple news. You’ll find both on sites like ‘Apple Insider‘ and ‘Mac Rumors‘. A little research can save money and help you avoid regret.

Consider Buying Online

Apple stores carry limited configurations for any iMac, Macbook Pro or Macbook Air. Online purchasing lets you customize the processor, amount of RAM, storage size and type and other objects like trackpad, mouse, and keyboard.

Always Buy Apple Care

The extra 2 years warranty is worth it. It’s unlikely you’ll need it, but if things do go wrong with a Mac, repairs can be expensive.

Keep The Box

If you ever have to bring your Mac back to the Apple store you’ll be happy to have something safe to carry it in.

Have Patience

Don’t turn on your new computer and set up a new account. If you plan to migrate from an old Mac, this new account will cause conflicts. Conflicts that can be resolved . . .  but why create them in the first place.

Check Software

Newer versions of Microsoft Office and Final Draft should be de-activated or de-keyed before you make a backup of your old computer.

Smart Migration

Work from a Time Machine backup when you migrate. There is no hard and fast rule, but I’ve always found migrations run smoother when I work with an external drive. The latest drives with USB-C connections can speed the process enormously.

Now Relax. And Enjoy.