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Mahon Library just rolled out a new "Tech Cafe" program, offering free, hands-on help for Lubbock residents grappling with their digital devices. Starting this month, anyone with a glitchy phone, a puzzling tablet, or a stubborn laptop can bring it down to the library branch on 19th Street.
Starting this month, anyone with a glitchy phone, a puzzling tablet, or a stubborn laptop can bring it down to the library branch on 19th Street. Librarians and trained volunteers will patiently guide users through everything from setting up email accounts to navigating complex new applications.
For regular people, this means accessible, no-cost troubleshooting right here in town. Avoid the expense or hassle of a professional repair shop. Imagine grandparents in the Coronado neighborhood finally getting FaceTime to work, or someone living near the Depot District figuring out their smart TV settings. This directly addresses those common tech headaches many of us deal with daily, providing a much-needed local resource.
Around 48% of adults still ask for assistance setting up new devices, showing just how widespread these digital hurdles really are.
Common questions
What is the Mahon Library Tech Cafe?
- The Mahon Library Tech Cafe is a new program offering free, hands-on help for Lubbock residents with digital devices. Librarians and volunteers assist with phones, tablets, and laptops, covering tasks from email setup to app navigation, starting this month.
Where can I get free tech help in Lubbock?
- You can get free tech help at the Mahon Library branch on 19th Street in Lubbock. The new Tech Cafe program provides hands-on assistance for personal digital devices, helping residents troubleshoot issues without the need for expensive repair shops.
What kind of tech help does the Mahon Library Tech Cafe offer?
- The Tech Cafe offers assistance with various digital device issues, including glitchy phones, puzzling tablets, and stubborn laptops. Librarians and trained volunteers can guide users through setting up email accounts and navigating complex new applications, free of charge.
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