My Computer Tech

After reading all these excellent reviews I choose this place. My laptop was water damaged. When I came there, first of all the man honesty told me that my computer impossible to repair. But then probably wanted to take advantage, because I was really sad and confused, had hope to bring my computer back to life, he proposed me to see if it’s possible to repair. If my laptop will work after dry, I’ll pay $ 250 for this work. Probably because of language issue and my emotional condition, I missed the part where I have to give my laptop him for free, if it’s impossible to dry. I was really naïve because thought this guy very nice and want to help me. Few days later he called me and told it’s impossible to repair, we can buy a new parts, but it will cost half of new computer. I decided to buy a new one and ask when I can pick up my laptop. The man replied that we made a deal and he takes my computer. I didn’t remember it. I remember he mentioned you can sell damaged computer by parts on eBay and make good money. But I thought he said me that as a part conversation about similar situations… Yes it was my fault. I didn’t listen carefully, because was very upset and didn’t expect it from him. It was very tricky… He charged $ 125 for his «work». I could leave the computer him and didn’t pay. But I don’t like when someone makes me fool. Just wanted to aware everyone be very attentive with this guy. I’m not going back to this place anymore and learned this lesson. Will more attentive in similar situations.

Went here because a family member recommended after they had problem with their computer. After spilling some water on my macbook pro (whoops/​ugh!!!), I brought my computer in to be assessed at the Apple store. They told me it would be a $ 750 to replace and at that price point, would almost be worth just getting a new computer.
Time to assess my options. Brought it into Avi at My Computer Tech and he told me he would try to fix the problem in three separate phases… first he would check to see if the corrosion on the motherboard could be cleaned up. After that, replace the motherboard. And third if the keyboard was busted he would replace that as well… three separate, honest price points along the way.
Ended up the old motherboard was not salvageable and had to be replaced, though the keyboard was fine. A $ 400 fix, including labor and parts… a much better option than Apple. Avi also told me that the memory in the computer would not be impacted at all, so I’d save music/​pictures… which Apple did NOT tell me was a possibility.
Gotta go with Avi for any computer issues!

My Computer Tech is the absolute best. I had a horrible experience at a Geek a Squad. I took the Geeks my computer. They sent it out said it would cost $$ 220 and it was four weeks when they called me to say they could not fix it. I got it back from best buy and took it to Avi at 400 East 87^th Street– My Computer Tech. He fixed it in one day, charged $ 80 and was a real gentlemen. I could not recommend him more.

I went to Avi a few months ago when my MacBook Pro had sadly seen its last days after my roof decided to leak very aggressively all over it. Note to self — always get renters insurance! My laptop was beyond repair, but Avi sold me a nearly-​new MacBook Pro for a great deal and included all of the data transfer from my old hard drive for free. My new computer is fantastic, and Avi was a pleasure to work with.

This guy is a true honest businessman, In New York city this is hard to find. Great Business here in UES.

Much more expensive than what I was initially told or expected. He would not give me the 10% discount Unilocal said I would get. I should have gone to Tekserve!

Avi rocks! He spent ten to fifteen minutes with me and my laptop, diagnosed and fixed the problem on the spot, but refused to charge me because he said he didn’t do any work. I rate that as high integrity. I can trust this guy. He will be my go-​to man from now on.

Go here and stop researching other places! Such a nice guy and very knowledgeable! Quick and great work! Also very convenient to get to. Go here! I thought I was going to have to buy a new laptop and he saved it!

Since Thanksgiving Avi has saved my files on my hard drive! Re-​installed a new hard drive, upgraded my operating system, replaced my daughters macbook screen, re-​imaged from son’s giant computer, fixed another friends macbook-​bad drive.
The list goes on!
Avi, friendly, multi-​talented, fair price! technical skill that is so beyond «big name stores», fast turn around, patient.
I cannot say enough!
Not having to schlep to Apple, Tekserve, Best Buy is amazing!
Yorkville Treasure!

Fast, friendly service. I had a MacBook Pro that wouldn’t even load up. Over just a few days, Avi fixed it, added a new larger hard drive, and some valuable software. All in all, I spent $ 125 — a steal considering I would have needed to buy an entirely new laptop otherwise.
Only complaint is the flies!

Avi is a great computer doctor. He brought my aged laptop to life and made it work better. He was thorough and professional. I would gladly recommend his wonderful service.

I love that New York is one of the last places in the country where small, independent shops can thrive; and Avi is a testament to why they’re important. If you have a computer problem take it in here. He’ll give you a straight answer, no bs, no upselling. And you can tell he really knows what he’s doing, so your machine will be in good hands.

What a wonderful experience. I called and got the actual technician, Avi, on the phone, who advised me expertly before I made the trip there, and I never had to deal with those clueless computer repair receptionists that are at so many other computer repair places. He advised me to wipe and re-​install Windows on my laptop instead of removing the virus on my computer, because the virus was so deeply rooted. It was done in less than 24 hours, and it works so fast now I can barely believe it! Plus, he installed FREE antivirus software for me, upgraded my Microsoft Office version, and even scanned my backup hard drive to clear it of viruses, too.
I highly recommend this place!

Brought in my broken laptop here today to see what was wrong and if it was even worth getting fixed. Turns out the motherboard was shot and it wasn’t worth it. Avi was working on a refurbished Dell and offered it to me at a killer price so I took it! I felt like Avi was being honest with me and just wasn’t trying to take my money. He even offered me a one year warranty! Doing business with Avi was way better then any of the experiences I had at Best Buy and their Geek Squad aka their rip off squad. I highly recommend Avi and his store to everyone in the neighborhood!

Well, you get what you pay for I guess and they didn’t charge me any cash…
They said that they transferred the files from my old hard drive but when I really looked at them, many files were missing! Granted they were not the most important files. I should have been suspicious when he insisted over and over that he «copied everything.» Isn’t that what he was supposed to do???

This place is worth it’s weight in gold!!! Excellent service and good prices. Enough said.

I am so glad I found this place!
I’ll admit it, I’m an amateur tinkerer and made some serious missteps in messing with the pre-​installed software (oops). Basically, my computer problems were unprecedented and quite the challenge. Especially because I wasn’t sure what exactly I had done, when the problems started, etc.
These guys get an A+ all around. Their diagnostic skills are excellent, as is their bedside manner (i.e. they figured out what was wrong without making me feel like a total idiot). They took the time to explain what steps needed to be taken to isolate the problem and methods available for fixing the problems in the most cost-​effective manner. They completed the repair really quickly-​I brought my computer in right before closing time and they had it ready the next morning.
Really, really great. I highly recommend them!

The guys here are the best i’ve ever dealt with in 4 countries. Super friendly, upfront, walked me through what was needed, where they could save me money and what I can do to prevent it happening again in the future.
They also threw in extra items and suggested other ways of making my computer run well.
Couldn’t be happier with these guys and although i hope not to have to use them again, i would definitely not hesitate to suggest them to anyone!
Great people!

In a place like NYC, where you can have anything, anywhere, anytime, it’s amazing to think that it can still seem impossible to find a local business that provides amazing customer service. Well friends, it exists.
After reading the glowing reviews for My Computer Tech online, I called Miro (one of the owners) to ask a few questions. I quickly began to understand why this place gets such rave reviews. He was so helpful and patient with my many questions and concerns over the phone, I decided to give it a go.
I brought my beast of a computer into the store that evening (complete with crumbs in the keyboard and dust on the screen) and Miro completed a diagnostic test of the computer right on the spot. After talking with him in at length, I was further reassured by his obvious knowledge and expertise. He assured me it wasn’t a lost cause and called me the next day to let me know it was ready to be picked up. And best of all, he somehow managed to get it work faster and better than it has in ages!
His calm demeanor, humor and excellent communication made what could have been an incredibly stressful situation feel refreshingly easy. If you want to support a local business that provides honest, knowledgeable service at incredibly reasonable prices, go see Miro and Avi at My Computer Tech. You’ll be glad you did.

RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE COMPUTER SERVICE — INCREDIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE
I wake up one morning to find my computer running slow. Mind you, I work from home, and my computer is my entire life. It is my job, therefor it is how I get paid. When I say slow, I’m talking it was taking 1+ minutes to drop down the File menu in Finder. Something was seriously wrong.
I walk my MacBook Pro and my soaking behind through the rain about one and ½ blocks east to My Computer Tech, Inc on 87^th & 1^st Ave.
I’m loathing the fact that I may possibly sacrifice close to half of my months pay to an entirely new computer — which would cripple me financially at this point. On the bright side, I know my computer is still turning on and operating (all-​be-​it only operating at the speed of nothing) so it’s something simple. The RAM must have just popped out of place or something, right? WRONG!
My hard drive is fried. I’m screwed. It’s going to cost me at least $ 800 to buy the hard drive, have it installed, save whatever is left on my old hard drive, bring that onto my new hard drive, install the new OSX, right? WRONG!
These guys not only saved my files from my old hard drive, they turned my computer from old to new. AND THEY DID IT IN LESS 6 HOURS for just over $ 300. (The Apple Store would’ve charged me way more, plus I’d have to send my computer away for a few days, possibly even a week.)
They were extremely nice, explained everything to me in terms I could understand, and had a sense of humor about it all.
I bring the computer home, and what do I find? Instead of giving me the 160gb hard drive I had paid for, they gave me the 300gb at no extra charge. «Oh, I forgot to mention that. Enjoy the bigger drive,» they said when I called to thank them.
Now THAT’S true customer service. The work they did is also backed by a 5 year warranty. I’m back on my feet, and working again later that evening. SAVED!