The BYTE Shop

• Electronics recycling drop-off is available during normal shop hours.
• Customers can bring eligible electronics to the shop during any open hours.

Large items or bulk recycling

• For larger items or lots of equipment, customers should arrange a pickup directly with the shop.
• To discuss bulk or larger-item recycling, contact the shop at info@byteshop.io.

For details about what can be accepted for recycling, any current fees, or scheduling a pickup, customers should contact the shop directly.

The BYTE Shop is a community-focused electronics repair, resale, and recycling shop in Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA. We work with individuals and small businesses.

Devices and systems we work on

• Mac and PC laptops and desktop computers (hardware and software)
• iPhone screen replacement
• Game consoles
• General consumer electronics

Services offered

• Hardware and software troubleshooting and repair for Mac and PC computers
• iPhone screen replacement
• Game console repair and modification
• General consumer electronics repair
• Data recovery and transfer services
• General information technology consulting for individuals and small businesses
• Computer upgrades, including:
• Batteries
• Memory (RAM)
• Hard drives and storage
• Digitization services (for supported media and devices)

Products for sale in the shop

• Computer convenience items such as:
• Power adapters
• USB charging cables
• Backup hard drives

For any service questions, availability, or current pricing, customers should contact the shop directly by phone or email.

Location

• The BYTE Shop is located in Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA.

When to contact

Customers can contact the shop for:

• Questions about repair services or what devices can be serviced
• Information about electronics recycling and arranging pickup of larger items or lots
• Questions about data recovery and transfer services
• Inquiries about vintage computer repair, rentals, or the in-store museum

For the most accurate information on current services, availability, and pricing, customers should contact the shop directly by phone or email.

The BYTE Shop operates on the following schedule (local time in Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA):

| Day | Hours | |----------|-------| | Sunday | CLOSED | | Monday | CLOSED | | Tuesday | 10:00–17:00 | | Wednesday| 10:00–17:00 | | Thursday | 12:00–20:00 | | Friday | 10:00–17:00 | | Saturday | 10:00–17:00 |

Hours are subject to change; customers should contact the shop directly to confirm current opening times before visiting, especially around holidays or special events.

• Repair and restoration services for vintage and retro computers and electronics.
• Work includes getting older systems running reliably again where possible.

Vintage computer rental and set dressing

• Vintage computer rental is available for purposes such as set dressing.
• Customers interested in rentals or using vintage equipment for events or productions should contact the shop directly to discuss availability and terms.

In-store vintage computer museum

• The BYTE Shop is home to one of the largest collections of historic home computers in New England.
• The in-store museum focuses on the evolution of the home computer from approximately 1965–1995.
• Visitors can come to the shop during open hours to see the collection and learn about the history of home computing.

For questions about specific vintage systems, rental options, or group visits, customers should contact the shop directly.

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