List of the Best Apple Stores in Kenya. The Apple Store is a chain of retail stores owned and operated by Apple Inc. The stores sell various Apple products, including Mac personal computers, iPhone smartphones, iPad tablet computers, Apple Watch smartwatches, Apple TV digital media players, software, and both Apple-branded and selected third-party accessories.
The first Apple Stores were originally opened as two locations in May 2001 by then-CEO Steve Jobs, after years of attempting but failing store-within-a-store concepts. Seeing a need for improved retail presentation of the company’s products, he began an effort in 1997 to revamp the retail program to get an improved relationship with consumers and hired Ron Johnson in 2000. Jobs relaunched Apple’s online store in 1997 and opened the first two physical stores in 2001. The media initially speculated that Apple would fail, but its stores were highly successful, by passing the sales numbers of competing for nearby stores and within three years reached US$1 billion in annual sales, becoming the fastest retailer in history to do so. Over the years, Apple has expanded the number of retail locations and its geographical coverage, with 512 stores across 25 countries worldwide as of September 4, 2021, when the new store in Changsha, China opened Buy here —- https://www.apple.com/ke/buy/
What to know before buying an iPhone/iPad/Macbook in Kenya
Many people locally get fascinated by the idea of owning an
iPhone for some reason. As such, we have many Kenyans out here looking to buy
an iPhone – whichever model – as long as it is an iPhone. Which makes it easy
for people to be fooled when purchasing a device.
This can happen in different ways:
1. You either buy a device someone was already using,
but repackaged as new.
2. You find yourself buying a refurbished device in the
name of brand new.
3. Or you end up with a stolen device.
Unfortunately, I am not one of the many fanatics here to
tell you that an iPhone is the best phone you should get and blah blah. I am
actually here to discourage you from wasting money on old devices. There are
many people who believe an iPhone would offer them either good cameras, or good
usage, or a good standing. Well, many Android devices currently would do that.
So, my advice is if you’re not getting the latest iPhones – at most 3
generations back – there’s no need to waste money.
If you get an old device, there are many issues you will
definitely face:
· Limited Support – Yes Apple pushes
software updates for years, but an iPhone 6s, 7, 8, and X are already old, and
their support will end soon.
· Poor battery life – The nature of
batteries is that they degrade over time. So if you get an old device, even if
it has never been unboxed, the battery won’t be as strong as when brand new.
And with iPhones being very hard to repair/replace batteries, that will be a
pain.
· Old technology – meaning either terrible
displays, terrible cameras, slower processors, or just bad things like having a
home button when everyone has moved from such.
The problem however in Kenya with getting a newer generation
iPhone is that local retailers overprice the devices. So you find something
that should be less than KES. 100,000 going for over KES. 180,000. Which makes
many people still opt for older devices.
Now, I wouldn’t be one to tell you how to spend your money.
However, before spending any amount of money on either an old or newer iPhone,
check the stores very well.
How to verify a seller:
1. It is very important to check the prices
stated. Only trust transparent sellers who list things with prices openly.
Not those who request for you to DM them, or to contact them via email. Also,
these transparent sellers; are they very expensive compared to other sellers,
or are they very cheap? If they’re just okay, that’s a good sign. In Kenya
we have official resellers, but they’re always very expensive. They can be
trusted yes, but you’ll end up paying even double for certain items. However,
we also have people who import the devices and sell them at more reasonable
prices. If you find a seller who has reasonable prices, vet them first, but
they’re a good option to expensive places like ELITE DIGITAL.
2. Make sure the seller has a store, where you
can check the device before payment. This is whether you’re in a position to go
there physically or not. Having a store is really important because otherwise,
why are they in business?
3. Sellers who allow payment on delivery are
the best, because you don’t want a seller to send you a fake item after you’ve
paid, or to disappear with your partial payment before delivery.
4. Check how sellers list different devices’ names
and specs. A seller who confuses products cannot be trusted for
authenticity. It is very important for them to know and list the actual model
number of the devices.
5. Check to see what other people say about the
seller. If there’s any negative remarks, verify them, and check if that
affects your purchase.
6. Check how the seller responds to any
negative remarks about them that may exist. Rude sellers will really
be a nuisance incase of any troubles with your device.
7. Don’t trust the many Instagram sellers,
please. Especially the ones with no stores, and no websites. Unless you can
very clearly vouch for their authenticity…
8. AND VERY IMPORTANTLY: Don’t trust a
device is new just because it is in a sealed box. Seller can use a device then
re-seal it and one wouldn’t know. (It is important to watch YouTube videos and
see different unboxing videos to see how the device is presented by Apple, then
compare it to the presentation you get with your new iPhone.)
Verifying a seller is a good way to make sure you’re getting
a real-deal device. But that’s not the end of the story. No one wants to pay a
full sum of money required for brand new devices, only to realise it is a
refurbished device, or repaired device later on. No one wants to buy a used
device without knowing. So, check the device you’re buying very well, before
paying anything.
Checking an iPhone before buying:
There’s a couple of different ways to check for an iPhone
before purchasing it. There are many reasons to check. Like I’ve said already,
some sellers may lie to you about age of device, some even re-sealing devices
to give illusion of brand new. Always check the serial number of the device
on Apple’s
website to ensure it is not a stollen device.
The problem is that the procedures below require one to have
access to the device. Meaning in some cases, unboxing is required. Which makes
things even harder to do, because very few retailers would allow you to check
before payment. However, these procedures can help you raise questions, even
sue (if you have the time) the ones who lie about selling brand new devices.
How to know if an iPhone is brand new, replaced or refurbished:
This requires one to actually
1. Open the “Settings” app on the phone
2. Go to “General” and then go to “About”
3. Look for “Model” and then read the model identifier
next to that text, it will look something like “MN572LL/A”, the first
character will let you know if the device is new, refurbished, replacement, or
personalized:
· M – Brand new device, meaning the device
was purchased new
· F – Refurbished device, meaning the
device has been through Apple’s refurbishing process
· N – Replacement device, meaning the
originally bought device was replaced by this model likely due to a service
request
· P – Personalized device with engraving,
meaning the device was customized with an engraving on purchase
Now, refurbs aren’t bad especially those certified by Apple.
But you shouldn’t pay the same amount for a brand new device, if it is
refurbished, or replaced.
How to check if an iPhone had been used and re-sealed:
This also requires direct access to the device.
1. Like I already said, when unboxing check that
everything is tightly sealed, and well presented, in the same way similar Apple
devices are. An indicator that the device had been used is something like the
plastic wraps around the phone being removed, or having air bubbles. Or being
incorrectly placed.
2. Go to “Settings” app on the phone, then go to
“Battery“.
3. Click on “Battery Health” and check on “Maximum
Capacity“.
4. It should be at 100% if it is a brand new device, or
if it is a refurbished or replaced device that’s Apple Certified.
If you buy a device from any seller, check that the battery
is good, as you can see the iPhone SE is at 72% capacity, while the iPhone 11
Pro is at 99% capacity. This is after varying use periods. If you get one with
less than 100% it means someone was using it.
Getting the best prices for an iPhone:
If you’re looking to buy brand new-gen iPhones, say the
iPhone 12 series, you must have noticed the unaffordable prices Kenyan
retailers have slapped on even the cheaper iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini. That’s
thanks to taxes, importation hassle, and profit markups. For the patient ones,
the best thing to do if you want to avoid these high markups is to buy the
devices from outside the country.
However, we are slowly seeing certain retailers who have
fairer markups. Some through feared Business to Consumer sites like
Jiji, others through their own e-commerce platforms. If you see retailers with
fairer prices, and they seem pretty legit based on the given measures I’ve
shared here, try them out and see if you won’t get a good product, sometimes
even at a better price than someone who’s importing.
This is a list of the Best Apple Stores or Dealers in apple products in Kenya
Mac & More Solutions- Apple Authorised Reseller
ADDRESS – 14676-00800 Bandari Plaza, Woodvale Grove, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
PHONE NUMBER – +254 20 4452 088, +254 20 4450 669, +254 700 288 138, +254 700
288 144
MOBILE PHONE – 0700288144, 0700288138
FAX +254 20 4450 669
WEBSITE https://www.mac-more.co.ke
Elite Digital Solutions
ADDRESS – Sarit Centre, Lower Ground Floor, Westlands, Westlands, Kenya
PHONE NUMBER – 3753500-06, 3745550
MOBILE PHONE – 0733737951, 0733737952
FAX, 020 375 3509
WEBSITE- http://www.elitedigital.co.ke
Personal Systems Limited
ADDRESS- Regal Plaza • Village Market • Yaya Centre • Galleria Mall • Junction
Mall, Nairobi, Kenya
PHONE NUMBER – +254 733600442, +254 711 600 442, +254 737 333 470, +254 700 022
185, +254 702 999 121, +254 700 022 195
MOBILE PHONE- Nyali – +254 702 391 140, Diani +254 702 391 130
FAX- 0203746485
WEBSITE – http://www.personalsystems.co.ke
Apple Centre
Located in: The Bazaar
Address: Moi Avenue, Bazaar Plaza Mezzanine 1 Unit 2, Kenya
Phone: +254 724 874754
Elite Digital – TRM (Apple Authorised Reseller +)
Computer store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping
Located in: TRM – Thika Road Mall
Address: Thika Road Mall, Exit 8, Thika Highway, 1st Floor, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 706 831962
WEBSITE- http://www.elitedigital.co.ke
Elite Digital – Karen (Apple Authorised Reseller +)
Computer store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · In-store pick-up
Located in: The Hub Karen
Address: The Hub Mall, Dagoretti Road, Karen, Ground Floor, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 720 449807
WEBSITE- http://www.elitedigital.co.ke
Apple Authorised Reseller- Globoedge Solutions (The
waterfront Karen)
Computer store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · In-store pick-up · Delivery
Address: The Waterfront, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 742 919917
http://www.globoedge.co.ke/
Yellow Apple Technologies
Electronics store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · In-store pick-up · Delivery
Located in: Credible Sounds
Address: Badru House, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 721 420096
https://yellowappletechnologies.co.ke/
Apple Addict Kenya
Electronics store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: Delivery
Address: 254725631276, Kenya
Phone: +254 718 008042
Salute iWorld Headquarters (HQ)
Computer store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · In-store pick-up · Delivery
Address: Parklands Office Suites, Kenya
Phone: +254 798 192924
http://saluteiworld.com/
Skypro Limited -(Apple Repair Center)
Computer store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · In-store pick-up · Delivery
Address: Muthithi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 715 949575
http://www.skyprolimited.com/
iPhone Planet Kenya(APPLE PREMIUM RESELLERS)
Electronics store in Nairobi, Kenya
Service options: In-store shopping · Delivery
Address: Kimathi Street,eagle house, Kenya
Phone: +254 705 834790
Apple Refurbs Kenya
Electronics store in Nairobi, Kenya
Address: River Road,Old Nation House,1st Floor, Shop A25, Kenya
Phone: +254 724 123013