About Casey P.

President & Founder of Gophermods since 2010, I've dedicated myself to providing exceptional service in the consumer electronics sector. From our origins at the University of Minnesota, we've evolved into a key player in ecommerce, specializing in the buyback and selling of premium devices. Annually, we service more than 50,000 gadgets, supporting businesses, educational institutions, and mobile technology deployments.

eSIM Technology is Here: What you need to know

Introduction First, it is worth mentioning that the acronym SIM refers to "Subscriber Identity Module." As we all know, a SIM is critical for every mobile phone and slots into such devices. There is a new era ushering mobile phone users into the world of eSIMs. The "e" represents embedded, and this technology focuses on doing more than what ordinary SIM cards can do. Recent statistics confirm the shipment of 360 million eSIM-based devices in 2018. The expectation is that by 2025, these shipment numbers will hit approximately two billion. Curious about the difference between an IMEI and a SIM? We [...]

By |2023-09-16T17:16:59-05:00September 13th, 2022|

A Simple and Quick Guide to Setting Up Your New iPhone

If you’ve just gotten a new iPhone 14 or a replacement device from Apple's Certified Refurbished program, you would want to set it up with your data and settings. Whatever iPhone model you just bought (as long as it supports iOS11), the setup experience is similar. Once you know how to begin, transferring data from your old iPhone to the new one is easy. From when you turn on your phone to the final step, here is what you need to know about setting up your new iPhone. How to Activate Your New iPhone To activate your new iPhone, insert [...]

By |2023-07-10T14:19:14-05:00September 1st, 2022|

All 4 Apple Stores in Minneapolis | Location, Contact & Genius Bar

Where can you find an Apple Store in the state of Minnesota? If you need to get your Apple phone fixed or serviced, you may need to take it to a local Apple Store. However, there are actually only four Apple stores in the state of Minnesota, and they are all inside shopping malls. Those four shopping mall are in a rough circle around the outskirts of Minneapolis. There is the Apple Store in the Mall of America in Bloomington, and one Apple store in Ridgedale, Rosedale, and Southdale Center shopping malls as well. If you need to get to [...]

By |2023-06-25T12:56:51-05:00August 25th, 2022|

How to Recover Your Apple ID Account When You’ve Forgotten the Password

Did you know that nearly 8 in 10 people forget their passwords and need a reset within three months of setting them up? And that's nothing to fret about. Following a few straightforward steps, you can effortlessly reset your Apple ID password on your iPhone, the web, a new device, or even a borrowed device. And if all these prove futile, you can opt for the last resort - account recovery! Please Note: This is for your Apple ID Password, not your iPhone passcode. They're commonly confused when discussing security with your iPhone (we have so many these days anyways right?) so if [...]

By |2023-06-25T13:00:12-05:00August 18th, 2022|

How to Determine Your iPhone Model (or iPad)

Apple, a leading name in technology, continually innovates its line of products, with the iPhone being one of the most popular. With so many models released over the years, it can be a challenge to keep track. If you've ever asked, "how to tell what iPhone I have?", then this guide is for you. Understanding your iPhone model is crucial for many reasons, such as unlocking great deals for device trade-ins or ensuring compatibility with the latest iOS updates and apps. In this post, we'll walk you through several foolproof methods to determine your iPhone model. Let's dive in! Method [...]

By |2023-06-24T16:52:40-05:00August 12th, 2022|

Answering Your Questions About the Apple iCloud

Introduction to iCloud Everyone has the same question when they first hear about the term "iCloud." That question is: "What is it?"  The term sounds unusual to our ears, and we are frequently left with a question about what something with such a unique name can do for us. iCloud has been around since 2011, but it remains somewhat nebulous to many people. Those people would like to know what it is, what it can do, and how it can change their everyday life for the better. We will take a close look at these questions for you today. What is [...]

By |2023-11-19T12:54:55-06:00August 5th, 2022|

All Certified Pre-Owned Devices Now Include a Free 1 Year Warranty (Updated August 2022)

All Certified Pre-Owned Devices Now Include a Free 1 Year Warranty (Updated August 2022) Starting August 1st, 2022 all devices sold at all Gophermods retail locations, as well as our online store, include a standard one-year warranty! Introduction Starting Monday August 1st, 2022, if you purchase a certified pre-owned device from Gophermods, or our online store, you'll automatically be upgraded to a one-year warranty on your device. Prior to August, any devices included a thirty-day (30) warranty against any device defects. Some of the feedback [...]

By |2022-08-01T12:00:36-05:00August 1st, 2022|

Understanding The Gophermods Warranty – What are Manufacturing Defects?

Understanding The Gophermods Warranty – What are Manufacturing Defects? If you're a Gophermods customer, you know that we care deeply about our services and our customers. But what is a manufacturing defect? And how do you know if your repair or device qualifies for a warranty claim? Introduction We see a ton of devices come through our stores on a yearly basis, of course, not every repair is going to go perfectly smoothly. If that was the case, why offer warranties, why have an entire [...]

By |2023-06-07T17:07:52-05:00July 28th, 2022|

Should I fix my Samsung Galaxy S8 or S9?

Should I fix my Samsung Galaxy S8 or S9? Whether you’re here because you’ve got a broken screen, or because your device is just generally feeling slow, we’ve got a few tips for repairing the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S9. Introduction Released in 2017 and 2018, respectfully, these phones are starting to show their age. Over time, your phone may experience reduced speeds for a number of reasons. Lithium Ion batteries, such as those in smartphones, have around a two year shelf life before they [...]

By |2022-07-22T10:09:49-05:00July 22nd, 2022|

Everything You Should Know about Apple’s One-Year Warranty

Introduction Apple provides a voluntary manufacturer's one-year limited warranty on it's iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads. The guarantee provides additional rights to those provided by consumer law, including those related to non-conforming products. The Apple warranty has benefits in addition to consumer rights, but it doesn't replace them. As an Apple product consumer, you have a right to decide whether to request service under the consumer rights or Apple's one-year limited warranty. How Does Apple's Free One-Year Warranty Work? You are only eligible for the Apple One Year Warranty if you bought any product from the Apple retail store or authorized [...]

By |2023-07-10T14:17:57-05:00July 10th, 2022|

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