1 Aug / 2022

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

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

28 Jul / 2022

Understanding The Gophermods Warranty – What are Manufacturing Defects?

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

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 [...]

22 Jul / 2022

Should I fix my Samsung Galaxy S8 or S9?

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

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 [...]

10 Jul / 2022

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

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

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 [...]

4 Jul / 2022

Newest iOS 16 Preview & Review

By |2023-06-24T16:12:00-05:00July 4th, 2022|

Introduction It’s happened. Another summer, another announcement of Apple’s i(Phone)OS and iPadOS latest releases with shiny new features, powerful functionality, and a potential look at what may be coming in the fall with new devices. Apple announced these new versions and demoed some of the key features at their WWDC Keynote launch event in June 2022. You don't always need to update to the latest iOS, but here are some reasons why you should: Why It’s Important to Update Your iPhone Software Here we’ll go over some of the biggest features, and maybe the biggest letdown of all of this [...]

25 Jun / 2022

How Much Does AppleCare Cost for iPhones and What Does it Cover

By |2023-09-16T16:37:20-05:00June 25th, 2022|

If you have ever bought an iPhone directly from Apple or one of their partner retailers like BestBuy or Target, they have probably tried to sell you pretty hard on AppleCare. The problem is that many people don't understand the scope of AppleCare, like how much it truly costs and what it does and doesn't cover. Before you head out to buy your next iPhone get a better understanding of AppleCare fees for iPhones and whether that is the best option. How Much Does AppleCare Cost? One misconception about AppleCare is that there is a flat price across the board. [...]

22 Jun / 2022

Apple Pay: What Is It And How Does It Work?

By |2023-11-19T12:40:55-06:00June 22nd, 2022|

Apple Pay is digital payment software from Apple, a worldwide tech giant. Since its launch in 2014, Apple Pay has grown to be a top mobile wallet outperforming close competitors like Samsung and Google pay. The convenience of leaving physical credit cards at home and paying using mobile devices appeals to many users. So, allowing your customers to pay via Apple Pay can be a great advantage to your business. Here's everything you should know about Apple Pay, including the cards that work on this digital wallet and how to set it up on your Apple device. What is Apple Pay? Apple Pay [...]

19 Jun / 2022

New Summer Store Hours

By |2022-06-25T12:15:59-05:00June 19th, 2022|

New Summer Store Hours We're excited to announce our new summer store hours. We hope you like this change, and look forward to seeing you at the store! Published: 6/19/2022 New Hours Starting Friday July 1st Starting in July, we'll be open from 9am to 6pm Monday through Thursday. Our Friday hours will stay the same, we'll be open from 10am to 5pm. The biggest change this summer is we will be closed on Saturdays. Monday – Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM [...]

12 Jun / 2022

Why you should or shouldn’t upgrade your MacOS

By |2023-07-13T16:04:36-05:00June 12th, 2022|

Should You Upgrade to the latest MacOS? You have a Mac computer. Maybe it’s a Macbook, an iMac, or even a Mac Pro. It’s been a reliable computer and has lasted you a long time. Now you keep getting notifications that a new software update is available for you. Do you stay on the current version, or do you make the jump to the newest MacOS update? Today, I’ll be presenting 6 questions to help you decide if it’s the best decision for you. The first 3 will be in favor of upgrading your computer, explaining the benefits and some [...]

5 Jun / 2022

Why is My Computer So Slow?

By |2023-06-30T17:30:15-05:00June 5th, 2022|

A computer that is slow is a cause of concern for all. When your computer takes forever to startup, load documents, and perform other mundane tasks, it means that is some underlying issue. It can be very difficult to get your work done when your computer is running slow. However, you can try and find out the probable causes behind this and maybe, try to fix it. Here is a quick guide that will be able to tell you what exactly is wrong with your PC. Why is my computer so slow all of a sudden? There may be several [...]

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