It keeps getting better and better for Apple Mac enthusiasts in the Davao region. What was once a difficult to find product line now has many stores carrying and representing their products. No, Davao doesn’t have an official Apple owned store, but they have what might be the next best thing. Davao Power Mac Center
Not quite open when I visited the Abreeza Mall in Fall of last year, I was happy to learn that they are in full swing of things now. I got to spend some time there on my recent visit, even getting an opportunity to speak with the branch manager, Ms. Badeth Palces, for a little bit. They were very protective of shooting photos, but I finally got them to allow a few shots from outside. Nothing allowed inside.
On first glance the store looks very much like a smaller Apple Store, for anyone familiar with the real thing. The signage and layout of the product is very similar. That makes sense as Power Mac Center is a recognized Apple Premium Reseller and an Apple Authorized Service Provider. The Apple Authorized Service Provider is the part that gets me excited. Davao Power Mac Center does their own servicing onsite, not sending it off to Manila, as is the case with some other retailers there.
They carry the full compliment of Apple products, sans the iPhone. I see on their website they list the iPhone, but I was told to speak to Globe about that. As I have my own iPhone 4 that AT&T will now unlock, I won’t concern myself with that for awhile. I’ll see what transpires down the road.
I was able to get a price list, and noted that the prices for the most part were a little bit more than if you order from Apple Asia online. Not a lot, but a little bit. I was surprised at that because Apple’s prices are set here. Everyone sells them for the same price, excepting small sales here and there. Overall the prices are higher than the US, but once you figure in that the VAT is already included, and I’d need to pay sales tax in the state I live, the difference is not as much as with some computer and electronics in the Philippines.
POWER MAC CENTER 2/L Abreeza, J.P. Laurel Ave. Bajada, Davao City TEL/FAX (6382) 295 3624 www.powermaccenter.com Operating Hours: 10:00 am to 9 pm
Jun 24, 2012 @ 16:42:01
Well I’ve got a travel kit, which I forget about, but never needed one while there. All the Apple stuff is dual voltage. I needed a plug adapter Incheon, Korea though. They’ve got those two round plugs, versus our flat.
Jun 24, 2012 @ 16:33:27
They were not open when I left either. I found it cheaper to buy here then their. Joy asked them about a power adapter for macbook pro and they told her no such thing for macbook LOL! So we went to another store a few floors up and found an power adapter for p200 and had two of them in the package, The travel kit is for the iPhone and not the mac book pro. So don’t date 75.00 dollars on their kit it is worthless.
Jun 24, 2012 @ 16:48:11
The round plug I used in Incheon. However the dual plug in the mac I don’t trust. I still would get the adapter for the iPhone anyway just to be on the safe side
You never know.
Jun 24, 2012 @ 17:38:47
No reason to worry about Apple’s supplied chargers really. Been using them with my laptops, and iPhones for years now. Never a problem. AFAIK they use the exact same ones everywhere. Just the swichtable plug that is different.
That said, it never hurts to have extra chargers anyway.
Jun 24, 2012 @ 17:55:25
That’s cool Randy. See a lot of people plugging the iPhones into the outlet all the time in the Philippines. I often wondered how safe it is really. The price of those devices are high so I would want to protect them :-). That is the reason I bought the polarized plug in the Philippines for my macbook pro :-). Still debating going back to the iPhone though.
Jun 25, 2012 @ 07:04:26
Well I’m biased towards the iPhone, but all the smart phones are getting really nice anymore it seems. Droid or iPhone, both can do amazing things.
I think I’m going to get one of those pay as you go plans for data, as I don’t see me using it that much there. I should have WiFi almost everywhere.
Jun 25, 2012 @ 09:49:21
I had an iPhone 3G and the iPhone 4 before and liked them. Wifi is getting better in Davao from what I hear. Not sure what cell plans they have in the Philippines though. Pay as you go plan is getting more popular here in the USA. Wal-Mart has them and some pretty nice phones and have 24/7 internet. AT&T now has pay as you go plans, no iPhone though.
Jun 30, 2012 @ 12:38:43
I was glad to see that store open, but, yeah, you won’t have a problem with mac here. I’m already on my 2nd 17″ mbp (plus etc.) and have had no issues with either plugging then in or finding/replacing apple items. The power mac center will definitely help with the quick purchases along with apple philippines online.
You can bet you’d hear me complain by now if it were not the case, considering my line of work.
Jun 30, 2012 @ 15:44:22
I don’t typically buy much at the retail outlets, but that might change once I’m there.
A new Mac isn’t in my plans at this time, but when the time comes I’ll weigh the differences. I would like to support them as much as possible.
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Nov 11, 2012 @ 07:28:47
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Jan 29, 2013 @ 17:31:53
Sir pwede ba mag pa repair ng iphone sa store niyo?
Jan 29, 2013 @ 17:53:53
Hi Jan,
First, it’s not my store. I wish it was.
I don’t believe they repair iPhones there. Globe and Smart handle iPhones here, but I believe they will only repair them if you bought them from them.
I suggest you try iFix
Feb 22, 2013 @ 19:16:02
Walang kwenta yung isang salesman nila dyan sa Power Mac Abreeza. Di marunong mag entertain ng customer. Suplado at bastos.
My tita went there just earlier today (Feb 22, 2013), bibili sana yung tita ko ng iPad but when she went there to inquire, the salesman seemed so disinterested and just provided a curt reply to my tita’s questions which my tita found very rude.
He doesn’t seem interested about getting a sale, he was unpleasant and inattentive.
Power Mac Abreeza should discipline and fire their sales staff doesn’t know how to handle clients!
Feb 22, 2013 @ 19:33:07
I’m sorry to hear that your family had a bad experience there. Maybe they will read the comment here, but it might be best to call them and ask for the manager.
I find this kind or apathy and poor service all too common here in the Philippines. That’s not to say everyone has it, but it is much more prevalent than I am used to. Sometimes I think it’s because I’m a foreigner and they want to avoid speaking English to me, but other times it is apparent that’s not the problem. Your comment proves that.
Not that it’ll do any good, but I’ll mention your comment to them next time I go in. I don’t visit regularly though.
Mar 12, 2013 @ 23:25:40
Yung itouch KO na lowbat tapos Hindi KO agad na charge tas ang nangyari pagcharge KO na luck na cxa 22 million plus ang minutes nia bago magamit ulit .. Anu dapat kong gawin. Sayang naman kasi.. Huhuhuhu
Mar 13, 2013 @ 09:03:23
I’ve no idea what you’ve written, Michaela. I hope it is appropriate
Mar 24, 2013 @ 09:49:23
question lang po, i need a replacement for my letter “X'” na nag chip off or natanggal, is it available there or do i need to replace the whole keys which i think will cost more.
Mar 24, 2013 @ 18:42:57
You don’t say whether it is a laptop or what, but I would suggest calling iFix first. They seem to be able to help well with most repairs.
297-0128
Apr 17, 2013 @ 08:50:40
Hello I bought iphone 5 last dec 2012 i have a prblem with my phone kasi pag may tatawag saken hindi ko siya marinig not unless gagamit ako ng speaker and or headphone. I’ve searched the same problem in google, halos pala naka iphone 5 ang may prblema ng ganun, they said i need a replacement for my iphone since my iphone is under warranty. I badly need one for my business. I have to ask a replacement for this. Tsk.
Apr 17, 2013 @ 17:07:42
Hi Lana – you should take it back to where you bought it. It should still be under warranty.
May 28, 2013 @ 11:18:41
Hi, i bought an ipad not too long ago, everything was fine until weeks after i think, the screen broke i think, parts of it wont work, it doesnt have cracks or anything. The ipad didnt really fell hard or anything just a loud bump on a table and it dented 2 corners, the other 1 i didnt know where it came from. Its a straight line, 2 of them actually. Its really annoying cause when apps are not rotatable i find it hard to work with. It doesnt register touches anymore where the lines of the screen broke. I also have a question. I always, i mean always charge my ipad almost thrice a day, does that damage the screen? I dont have any conclusion as to what happened to my screen why that happened. Or maybe overheating? Using the ipad while charging?
May 28, 2013 @ 20:11:22
I couldn’t tell you for sure, but if it wasn’t because of it being dropped (or something dropped on it), then possibly it was the heat?
Best to take it in and have it looked at. If it is covered under warranty, and they decide it wasn’t abuse, then you should be in good shape.
Good luck!
May 28, 2013 @ 21:55:38
If in case it needs replacing and warranty doesnt cover it, how much would it cost? Im using ipad 4th gen by the way..does it exceed P1,000? Im kinda in a low budget..i just barely bought the ipad a case..haha
Sorry if i ask or say to much..im the kind of person who asks before doing anything..hehe
May 28, 2013 @ 22:02:57
I didnt bought it at Power Mac by the way..do they accept repairs from products not bought at their store?
May 29, 2013 @ 12:33:29
Are you located in Davao? If so I recommend taking it to iFix next to SM City on Tulip. They can tell you what’s up & cover it if its under warranty.
Jun 27, 2013 @ 17:52:33
sir pde pa unlock sa store nyo japan version 6.1.3 poang version…?
hope na pde…
Jun 28, 2013 @ 07:22:38
I’m not sure if you can get a Japanese iPhone unlocked here or not. Surely not at the authorized Apple centers.
I’ve got a Japanese friend visiting in the next couple of days. I’ll ask, as I know he has an iPhone.
Jul 01, 2013 @ 10:10:52
I was informed you can get one unlocked. Of course you can not avail of postpaid plans but prepaid should be fine.
Jul 03, 2013 @ 01:00:58
Hello, just want to know if power max in Abreeza are selling gift cards.
Thanks
Jul 03, 2013 @ 09:23:38
I’ll check next time I’m there, but if you need a quicker answer, you might try calling them.
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Jul 29, 2013 @ 21:16:52
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Aug 26, 2013 @ 22:56:02
I really have a super bad experience with iFix… and I really recommend Power Mac Center [even if you didn’t buy your Apple Tech there, they will entertain you if you are under warranty / Apple Care (or even if not, but you have to pay), they are an Authorized Apple Service Provider.
Here to my bad iFix experience:
http://www.facebook.com/studentblogger/posts/10201209305028561
Aug 29, 2013 @ 14:32:56
Sorry to hear that Kevin. I’ve had good service from iFix, but now that I think of it, I’ve never had them fix anything. Just diagnose. There is/was one fellow there I liked a lot, but I couldn’t say for sure if he is still there.
You should inform Apple. As an authorized service center, they will need to provide certain levels of service to maintain that.
Sep 02, 2013 @ 11:56:43
Hello, meron akong Ipod nano 5th gen. At may problema ang battery nito, saan po ba ako pwiding makalapit para mapalitan or ma replace ang battery ng aking ipod?note: off warranty came from US.
Sep 02, 2013 @ 19:42:41
Hi Snirts,
I’m guessing your comment is in Tagalog? Either way, I can’t read it but I’m think you are saying there is a problem with the battery in your iPod.
You need to take into a dealer, or authorized service center and have them look at it. If you are in Davao Power Mac Center is a good choice, maybe your best at the moment.
Sep 08, 2013 @ 06:18:27
i have a problem with my iphone4.I broke the screen.. i dont know where to fix it. Someone told me they can replace it but it’s too expensive.they ask me 4k..
Sep 08, 2013 @ 08:10:39
If it were mine, I’d try a cell phone repair in one of the malls. Here in Davao – Victoria Plaza.
Nov 07, 2013 @ 20:57:37
I just want to asked if the iPhone 3Gs is still available, if not, is it available in other iCenter Branch here in davao? How much does it cost?
Nov 07, 2013 @ 21:14:00
The 3Gs is an outdated model, not likely to be carried by any regular Apple stores. I’m sure you could find a 4 or 4s in the cell stores in Victoria Plaza and GMall. They might also have a 3Gs, if for some reason you want that over the 4 or 4s.
Nov 25, 2013 @ 21:49:09
i just want to ask if the itune card is available here in davao city?and how much??is there any process to get that certain card?
thank you
Nov 26, 2013 @ 09:32:40
To be honest, I don’t know.
I’ve not seen them but have not looked either. Next time I’m in the store I will check.
Nov 26, 2013 @ 21:30:50
thank u sir
Nov 30, 2013 @ 11:59:47
Still available iphone5 and how much?
Nov 30, 2013 @ 14:29:35
The iPhone 5 is still a product that Apple produces. Whether Power Mac Center carries it or not, I don’t know.
In case I haven’t been clear, please let me be now:
I don’t own the Power Mac Center. I don’t work for the Power Mac Center. I am not affiliated with them, or any business here. This is simply on article explaining that they exist and how you might reach them. I hope that helps.
Feb 12, 2014 @ 13:17:07
Hi. I need help. My iphone’s front camera doesn’t work. I hope u can help me fix this problem. Thanks
Feb 12, 2014 @ 16:44:27
I can help.
You need to take it where you bought it and have them look at it.
Apr 21, 2014 @ 18:48:01
.I just want to know f what stores I phones are available in the city??
Apr 25, 2014 @ 17:59:48
iPhones are available all over Davao. The official outlets are Globe and Smart. But you can find them at many of the cell phone and computer stores, too. GMall has plenty of stores that carry them. These are ones that are brought in from Singapore, I believe.
May 02, 2014 @ 15:58:01
hi po gud pm,ask lng po magkano po ba ngaun if pa2litan ng apple battery ang iphone 4. pls i need your response. sakali po reasonable po sya. da2lhin ko po unit ko jan sa my abreeza po db. thank a lot po.
May 02, 2014 @ 18:41:27
Arlene – my Bisaya isn’t that good, but my recommendation for getting a battery replaced in the iPhone would be to take it to one of the cell phone repair places such as in Victoria Mall. ipHone batteries are not designed to be replaced.
I hope that is what you are asking about.
May 28, 2014 @ 20:40:54
Hello, good evening… I was having a problem with my ipad mini after 7 months of using it, it was having a multitouch problem which means it clicks on its own and it types on its own without me touching it. The first few months when it happened they tend to be gone when I close it and open it again. Upto the time when I have to restart it, but as the days go by they tend to be getting worse and more multitiuches are happening. I went to PMC at Gmall, Davao where I purchased it and they told me to go to ifix since its still on warranty. I went to ifix immediately and they diagnosed it and told me it would be replaced with a brand new since its the system problem and based on google research, it is a common problem with ipad minis. They said they have to send it to Singapore and that it would take 2 months before I get my brand new ipad mini for free. Its been a month now, and one month to go but I need my ipad before school starts. I would like to know if this really is a normal timeframe for those with same situation as I am, and did Ifix really had a good job resolving it and really for FREE? Hoping for your kind reply…
May 29, 2014 @ 06:40:42
Again I don’t work for any Apple stores here.
PMC is not in Gmall but iCenter is. iCenter doesn’t do their on repairs, as you’ve found out. From what I understand iFix has been going through a lot of personnel changes and I personally would rather take my Apple items to another Apple Authorized Service Center until I hear better reports about them.
I can’t say if it is normal for iFix to handle warranty replacement in that matter. To me 2 months is much too long. You might stop at Power Mac Center in Abreeza or SM Lanang and ask them about their warranty service on the iPad. At least you would know what is standard.
Good luck. I hope this works out for you.
Oct 16, 2014 @ 10:18:40
Hello. Just want to ask if they’re selling ipod touch 5th generation 16gb and how much. Thanks!
Oct 16, 2014 @ 10:28:08
Also which store has better service, Icenter or PMC. Thanks again
Oct 16, 2014 @ 19:02:50
Do you mean service as in customer service or repair? Either way it’s a crap shoot, as is the case with most things. You may get lucky and you may not.
Sorry I can not be of more help. If it were me, I’d talk to both stores (actually multiple locations) before I decided to buy or have service done. If I felt I found someone that new what they were doing, I’d go with it.
Things change rapidly here. What is true for one, or one day, isn’t always the case the next.
Oct 17, 2014 @ 16:49:44
I asked my cousin about PMC and he answered me the staffs were kinda rude to him when he went there. Maybe I just have to check both stores. Aside of iCenter and PMC, what store also sells apple products? Thanks for your help! God bless.
Oct 18, 2014 @ 09:52:07
There are multiple locations for both stores. As I said, your experience is going to vary depending on so many things.
iCampus at Ateneo Business Center is another option.
Im sorry but the truth is – you need go there and see what Your experience is. Go with the one you like.
Oct 29, 2014 @ 13:19:08
Hi good day. I’m looking forward to buying my first Macbook for work. Do you recommend buying from the Apple online store. I have read that they ship around the Philippines. Thank you.
Oct 29, 2014 @ 20:23:51
I’ve not personally bought from the Apple Philippines Online store, but can’t think that it would be a problem. I’ve heard others have done so without issue.
May 07, 2015 @ 14:20:56
Just wondering how much would cost me to buy the charger of Macbook Air 11inch?
Anyone knows.. Please let me know. Thanks
May 07, 2015 @ 15:27:38
Just buy a third party one.
May 12, 2015 @ 16:24:37
Do you know where could i find the the third party charger Mr. C ? 😀
May 13, 2015 @ 07:07:06
Just about anywhere. GMall in the cellphone section. Victoria Plaza.
May 08, 2015 @ 11:25:33
..macbook 11 inch. updated price please!?
May 13, 2015 @ 07:09:29
Seriously. I get these kinds of requests daily! The Internet can be a scary place in some people’s hands.
I don’t work for them. Call them or go there.