PHOTOS, DOCUMENTS & THE FILES THAT MATTER

Your device stopped working. Your files still matter.

A phone that will not turn on or a computer that will not start can leave important photos, documents, and other files out of reach. Normal Gadgets offers data-recovery assessments and data-transfer assistance in Bloomington-Normal.

Tell us what happened, which device you have, and which files matter most. We’ll review the situation and explain the available next steps before proceeding.

Smartphone & tablet data

A damaged screen, startup problem, or other device fault may prevent you from accessing your photos, contacts, videos, and documents.

We assess the device to determine whether repair or another supported approach could restore access to the files. Options depend on the model, damage, storage condition, encryption, and necessary account access.

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Computer data retrieval

A laptop or desktop that no longer starts may still contain important files. We can assess whether the storage is accessible and discuss options for retrieving your data.

Tell us about error messages, unusual behavior, damage, and any previous repair or recovery attempts. Encryption and storage condition can affect what is possible.

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Moving to another device?

Data transfer moves accessible files from a working device or readable storage to another device. Data recovery attempts to retrieve files that cannot be accessed normally.

If you’re replacing a phone or computer, bring both devices when possible. Tell us which photos, documents, contacts, and other files you want moved so we can review compatibility and the work required.

Start with an assessment

Visual assessments are always free. Tell us that preserving your files is the priority before authorizing a reset, storage replacement, or repair.

Recovery cannot be guaranteed. Some devices and storage faults require work beyond the services available for that particular device. We’ll explain the options after reviewing your situation.

Diagnostics & pricing

Data-recovery and transfer pricing depends on the device, its condition, and the work required. Contact our team to discuss your situation and the applicable charges.

If interior device diagnostic testing is needed, the fee is collected upfront when your repair ticket is created, before testing begins. Diagnostic fees are $35 for smartphones and $50 for tablets and computers.

When a device repair is performed, the diagnostic payment is credited toward the total repair price. If repair attempts are unsuccessful, the diagnostic fee is nonrefundable, and no additional repair amount is charged.

For a separate data-recovery or transfer service, we’ll explain its scope and pricing before proceeding.

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What to bring

Bring the device and its charger or power adapter. If you want files moved to a replacement device, bring that device too, if available.

Make a list of your most important files and describe what happened before access was lost. Mention any existing backups.

Discuss necessary passwords, account access, or recovery keys directly with our team when arranging service.

Questions before you visit?

Can you recover all my files?

Recovery cannot be guaranteed. The available options depend on the fault, storage condition, encryption, and access to the device or account. Tell us which files are most important so we can discuss priorities.

Can you help if my phone or computer will not turn on?

We can assess it. Some faults affect the device’s ability to start while its data remains accessible through repair or another supported approach. Other faults can prevent recovery.

Can you retrieve deleted files or files from a reset device?

That depends on the device, storage technology, encryption, and what has happened since the files were lost. Tell us exactly what occurred so we can determine whether there is a supported recovery option.

Do you work with external drives or other storage devices?

Call with the device type, model, and symptoms before bringing it in. We’ll confirm whether we can assess that particular device and discuss the next step.

Is this the same as VHS conversion?

VHS conversion transfers supported recordings into digital files. Data recovery attempts to retrieve inaccessible files from a device or storage medium. Explore VHS conversion and Digital Life Backup.

Visit Normal Gadgets in Bloomington

Locally owned. Serving Bloomington-Normal since 2012.

802 S. Eldorado Rd., Suite A2
Bloomington, IL 61704

Monday–Friday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

fixme@normalgadgets.com

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