MacBook Air Data RecoveryJohannesburg & Gauteng

In most cases yes. If the storage is undamaged the data is physically still there. On 2013–2017 models the SSD blade can be connected to external equipment directly. On T2-encrypted models (2018–2020) and M-series the logic board must be restored to a working state first. We always attempt data recovery before any repair work begins.

The flashing folder icon means macOS cannot find a bootable system — it does not mean your data is gone. The data is almost certainly still on the SSD. This is often a corrupted macOS installation rather than a storage failure. We diagnose the exact cause and advise on recovery before any work begins.

T2 chip recovery requires the original logic board to be restored to working order. The encryption keys are tied to the specific T2 chip — the SSD cannot be read on any other machine. iAssist performs board restoration first, then clones the data. We always advise you clearly on the likelihood of success before committing to recovery work.

M-series data recovery requires logic board restoration — storage is integrated into the Apple Silicon package and cannot be read independently. We restore the board to a bootable state and clone your data. Once data is secured we proceed with any repair work you need.

Data recovery ranges from R900 (software-level corruption on an intact 2013–2017 drive) to R2,800 (board restoration required on T2 or M-series). Exact cost confirmed after the free diagnostic.

Deleted file recovery depends on how much data has been written to the SSD since deletion. On a MacBook Air with APFS, recently deleted files may be recoverable via filesystem tools. If you've deleted files, stop writing to the drive immediately to maximise recovery chances.

Yes — always. We never start a repair that could compromise data without first securing it or getting your explicit confirmation that data is not required.

Yes — data recovery is independent of any Apple warranty or AppleCare status. We recover your data before any hardware repair that might affect warranty. Once data is secure you can choose whether to proceed with Apple or with iAssist for the repair itself.

Yes — R300 insured door-to-door collection across Gauteng. WhatsApp 078 742 4769.

Time Machine backup to an external drive is the most reliable protection. Set it up in System Settings → General → Time Machine. iCloud Drive provides additional cloud backup for key files. A machine that is regularly backed up makes data recovery a non-emergency.