Revive, Relearn, Reboot

Transforming Old Tech

Into new learnings

Meet Us and Our Mission

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We are a group of busy students juggling school and extracurricular activities, and this is our side hustle. Our mission combines our passion for technology with our entrepreneurial spirit, allowing us to make a meaningful impact on our community and the environment. Support our cause by donating your unused computers or using our services, and join us in creating positive change.

Let us revive your computer!

 

Recycling

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Make a Difference with Your Old Computer: Donate to a Greener Tomorrow!

Is your old computer collecting dust? Turn it into a powerful tool for education and environmental change! By donating your device for recycling, you’re not just clearing space—you’re actively contributing to a healthier planet.

Here’s why your donation matters:

  • Students Learn and Earn: Students get practical experience with technology and recycling, earn money, and learn about business.
  • Reduce E-Waste: Help minimize the growing issue of electronic waste that pollutes our landfills and environment. Your donation ensures that valuable materials are responsibly extracted and repurposed.
  • Support Sustainable Practices: Your contribution supports a circular economy, where resources are reused and waste is minimized, fostering a more sustainable future.
  • Donate Your Computer with Confidence: Ready to upgrade your tech? Donate your old computer to our security-minded program and enjoy peace of mind knowing your data is in safe hands.

Rest assured, all donated computers will have their hard drives securely wiped to protect your sensitive data, ensuring a safe and responsible contribution to our program. If we can’t repair your computer to use in our program, we will properly dispose of the computer, so it doesn’t end up in a landfill.

Join us in turning old technology into a green and learning solution. Donate your computer today and be a part of the movement towards a cleaner, healthier planet. Together, we can make a lasting impact! 🌍💚

Services

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If you don’t have a computer to recycle, we offer repair services for your existing device. We typically work on repairs during the weekends and, if our schedule permits, occasionally during the week. Please allow 1-2 weeks for the repair, depending on the extent of the work required.

Basic Hardware and Software Installation
$39

RAM, processor, and card installation, plus software updates, changes, and removals.

Operating System Tune-Up and Upgrade
$39

OS cleanup, system diagnostics, and upgrades with available licenses.

Basic Data Backup and/or Transfer
$49

Seamlessly transfer and organize your data to a new system or provided USB drive.

Operating System Rebuild (Virus Removal)
$99

Get a system diagnosis to remove viruses or determine if an OS reinstall is needed.

Basic Data Recovery Service
$139

Can’t boot your system? We’ll recover and transfer your data.

Merchandise

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Our students couldn’t resist wanting to have “merch”, so we have a limited set of products that try to make reviving computers cool!

Trucker Hat

Trucker Hat

$16

Vintage Jersey (Raglan) Shirt

Vintage Jersey (Raglan) Shirt

$25

Photos

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Contact Us

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    The Blog

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    The Nerd Chronicles

    • Transitioning from Vintage Macs to Modern Computers

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      After our initial experiments with older Apple products, we dove deeper into the world of vintage Macintoshes. Over the past year, we’ve had the opportunity to work on four Apple Lisas, along with several Quadras and Macintosh SEs. Each of these vintage machines has provided us with invaluable learning experiences, as many components were either damaged or, in some cases, had exploded!

      We’re currently wrapping up our work on the Apple Lisas. This project has been incredibly rewarding, although we haven’t yet managed to fully revive these systems without additional repairs.

      While we’ve thoroughly enjoyed working on vintage Macs, we’re now shifting our focus to more modern computers. Our goal is to repair and service these machines, making them ready for resale and hopefully turning a profit in the process.

      Stay tuned as we continue this journey, combining our love for tech with practical skills and entrepreneurial spirit!

    • How it Started

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      Welcome to the Del Martians! We’re excited to share our journey with you, starting with how it all began. Meet Sandro, a tech enthusiast from Portugal who came to California to explore the world of technology and business. During his stay with us, we brainstormed ways for him to earn some money. One day, the conversation turned to vintage Apple products. Sandro was skeptical—he didn’t believe there was a market for older devices. I challenged him, saying you can’t dismiss an idea without testing it first. So, we took a leap of faith and purchased a lot of 100 11″ MacBook Air’s, each with 2GB of RAM, from a local school district reseller. Our mission? To repair and restore each unit. Not stopping there, we also bought 50 third-generation iPads and set out to give them the same treatment. With our refurbished Apple products ready, we headed to Kolby’s Swap Meet. Armed with just a table, a chair, and some handwritten signs that read “Apple :),” we set up shop. To our surprise, we had an incredible day—clearing over $1,500! This experience ignited our passion for taking older systems and creating opportunities for students to learn and earn on their own schedules. Join us as we continue this journey, sharing tips, stories, and insights along the way. Welcome to Del Martians!
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