Best Gift Shops For Tech Lovers In Los Angeles
Technology impacts everyone these days, and while some folks crave the latest and greatest, others utilize gadgets to make life more convenient. Los Angeles is home to numerous electronics and tech specialty shops, but those techies who seek out the most cutting edge products and service will find a playground of computers, hardware and software at these five local retailers.
Micro Computer Sales & Service Center
11651 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 996-7540
www.microcomputerctr.com
It's all about trusted technicians, experts and service at Micro Computer Sales & Service Center. This business is available for all types of electronic needs. A variety of products from top name manufactures (Apple, Microsoft, Canon, Sony and Intel) are available including projectors and monitors, mouse and keyboards, desktops and laptops, printers, cables and networking, gaming, and camcorders. But Micro Computer Center is more than a hub for gadgets. This L.A. based business provides PC and Apple repair and service, web design and marketing, data recovery and network support, and custom designed systems, where locals have depended on for more than 20 years.
MelroseMAC
6614 Melrose Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90038
(323) 937-4600
www.melrosemac.com
MelroseMAC brings superior expertise and service to its customers as well as businesses in the entertainment, media and creative industries. Founded by Sandy Nasseri, CEO and President, MelroseMAC is female-owned, which affords the business the opportunity to participate in educational programs provided by WBENC (Women's Business Enterprise National Council). MelroseMAC employs top sales and service experts (graphic artists, audio techies, editors and musicians) who are able to provide electronic support and solutions to Apple products including the entire MAC line. Product assortment includes HERO4 Black (the most advanced GoPro), Blackmagic, Also find Mac Book and Mac products, HP workstations, Windows and Chrome Book, mobile products (iPhone and iPad), AJA video systems, Wacom, and G-technology for storage.
Samy's Camera
431 S. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 938-2420
www.samys.com
Samy's Camera is a photographer's dream come true. The specialty store also features an array of electronics – computers, printers/scanners, tablets and cables, headphones and speakers. Dedicated to inspire and make available the best equipment (every major manufacturer is represented) to its customers, Samy's is a self-named “state-of-the-art in-house lab.” The full range of products offered at this store gives customers the best opportunity to perfect their craft. Digital, traditional and underwater cameras and film processing products, 35mm and small and large format digital cameras and accessories, video equipment along with home theatre accessories are available. Samy's also offers photo school classes for beginners to advanced, adobe software and technical classes, and underwater courses and dive certification.
K One Cable
226 S. Robertson Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 859-1946
www.konecable.com
It's all in the name. Centrally located, K One Cable specializes in all the cords and cables one needs to help keep consumers plugged in. For personalized service, techies prefer K One for its integrity and array of products. Providing the best quality iPhone accessories, K One outfits customers with chargers, sync cables, ear buds, and frill or no frill phone cases and protectors. Bluetooth headsets, memory cards, computer accessories, mouse pads, fans and networking cables, wireless USB adapters, external hard drive cases and much more are available at K One.
Los Feliz Hi-Tech
1805 Hillhurst Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-6227
www.losfelizhitech.com
Los Feliz Hi-Tech makes coming in easy and convenient for its customers. First of all, no appointments are necessary and there are no long waits to meet with one of the tech experts. Whether clients are visiting to shop or seek expertise tech repair and support, Los Feliz Hi-Tech is one of the area's authorized Apple Added Value Resellers (except for the iPhone). In addition to Mac Pros, Apple earphones and the accessories, Los Feliz Hi-Tech has a large product selection for Apple/Mac and PC including software, printers, hard drives, scanners, speakers and thumb drives from LaCie, G-Technology, Isis Dei, Power Support, XSilva , Tenba, Eizo, Epson, Canon and many others.
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Apple Store
Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90067
(424) 204-4290
www.apple.com
If there is one electronic brand that has taken over in the last decade, it most certainly has to be Apple. While many of the items are pricier such as their phones, laptops, desktops and tablet devices, you can find some items that aren't too costly. If you're buying a gift for a music lover, why not try an iPod, which is essentially everything the iPhone is except for the phone part. Listen to music, play games from the App store and do much more! Other stand out items include the iPad, which comes in a variety of colors and sizes, as well as the iWatch.
