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Intel to Apple Silicon (M-series) Migration Help: Fixing Problems & Data Transfer
On-site Apple Mac Support for Apple Migration Assistant
When you need to perform an Intel to Apple Silicon Migration, you must understand how the Apple Migration Assistant actually works. The simple fact is that Apple did not optimize this software tool to fully handle the complete migration process. This often leaves your new Apple Silicon Mac with leftover Intel software, leading to a frustrating experience.
Keith Thomas provides one of the best alternatives to an Apple Store Genius Bar Appointment near you. With a same-day and next-day appointment service, you can have an Apple Mac Support Specialist and an Apple Expert visit your home or office to provide a wide range of Apple Support Services.
The transition from an older Intel-based Mac to a new Apple Silicon Mac is an exciting step, offering incredible speed and performance gains. However, the migration process is not always seamless. Many users find themselves frustrated with a new computer that still runs sluggishly or has software issues. The problem is often leftover Intel code and unoptimized applications. These are issues that a standard Migration Assistant transfer won’t fix and that even the Apple Store Genius Bar doesn’t have the expertise to solve.
Keith Thomas, a leading independent Apple Mac Support Specialist in the UK, has extensive, real-world experience in providing a professional PC to Apple Mac computer support data transfer and migration service and especially for expert Apple Mac Intel computer to Apple Silicon M Technology migrations. To get the best possible performance and a much more reliable and stable new computer setup, the Apple migration process needs to be done in a specific way to avoid these problems.
Common Problems After Migrating from Intel to Apple Silicon
1. Leftover Intel Software and Unoptimized Applications
One of the most frustrating problems is when you migrate data from your old Intel Mac and find that applications like Microsoft 365, Zoom, and Adobe Creative Cloud are still running on Intel code. This can lead to crashes, slow performance, and frustrating software issues. Keith Thomas can help you with troubleshooting and correcting these problems by ensuring your software is fully optimized for your new Apple Silicon M-series Mac.
2. The Apple Store Genius Bar Migration Problem
The Apple Store Genius Bar offers a basic migration service, but they often leave the new Apple Mac computer with the Intel software installed, causing macOS software issues and problems. Keith Thomas goes beyond this by providing a professional, meticulous migration service that ensures your new computer is set up correctly from the start, avoiding these common pitfalls and ensuring you get the full benefits of Apple Silicon technology.
3. Windows to Mac Migration Issues
For those migrating from a Windows PC to a Mac, the process can be complicated, especially if you are using a version before Windows 10. Legacy software applications like Windows Mail and Microsoft Mail can make data transfer difficult. Keith Thomas can educate and give professional advice to help frustrated users get the help they need to make a smooth and trouble-free transition.
4. Older Devices and Software (macOS Catalina, iOS 12)
Keith Thomas also specializes in troubleshooting issues that arise when migrating from older devices that no longer work well with the latest software. For example, migrating from an old iPad that runs iOS 12 to a new iPad with iOS 18.6 can have teething issues, especially if you have more than one Apple Account (formally known as an Apple ID). Keith Thomas can help resolve these complex issues, ensuring your data and accounts are correctly transferred.
iCloud Support and Data Security Post-Migration
The migration to a new Mac is also the perfect time to optimize and secure your iCloud data. Keith Thomas can help with troubleshooting iCloud syncing on Apple devices, ensuring all your data—from Photos to contacts and calendars—is syncing correctly. You will also get help with securing iCloud data and iCloud account security, which is a critical step in protecting your personal information on your new Mac.
Real-World Example: Intel to M4 iMac Migration
“I had an iMac computer for about 6 years and recently purchased a new iMac desktop to improve speed and performance for my business. I found Keith Thomas, who visited my home in Hampstead and completed an Intel to Apple M4 migration. He set up Microsoft 365 and other software, and explained why my Time Machine backup wasn’t the best method for transferring data. Keith advised that migrating from an Intel iMac to an M4 model requires a specific approach to optimise performance and avoid compatibility issues — even Apple Support didn’t mention this. His help saved me hours and prevented software conflicts. My macOS knowledge is good, but Keith is a true Apple Genius.”
On-Site Apple Mac Support Locations
Keith Thomas provides an alternative to the Apple Genius Bar Service in your area, with an Apple Help at Home Visit Service and an often same day and next day service. My on-site Apple Mac Support Services are available in London and Salisbury, including key London locations such as Covent Garden, Regent Street, Battersea, Canary Wharf, Knightsbridge, Hampstead, Clapham, Wimbledon, Richmond Upon Thames, and Kingston Upon Thames.
Why Choose Keith Thomas as Your Apple Mac Support Specialist?
Keith Thomas is an Apple Support Expert that provides a wide range of on-site Apple IT Support services. He offers a premium level of Apple expertise and Apple Professional Support services that you will not find even at the Apple Genius Bar Service. Keith’s knowledge extends to Apple Computer UK Support, making him one of the leading Apple Mac Retail Support professionals in the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: I have used the Apple Migration Assistant to transfer all of the data from my Intel Apple Mac Computer and I now want to remove all of the Intel Software Applications and the Intel MacOS Code. Help?
A: Unfortunately, the Apple Migration Assistant will simply and automatically transfer all of the information from an Intel Apple Mac Computer to a Apple Silicon Computer as Apple has not optimized the Apple Intel to Apple Silicon Migration Assistant process. The only way to fully optimize an Apple Silicon Apple Mac Computer if Intel Applications and macOS Intel software has been transferred is to erase the Apple Silicon Computer and perform a clean install.
You can get professional on-site Intel to Apple Mac computer help from Keith Thomas and you can get help with using the latest macOS Software version and especially help with choosing the best Apple Silicon Software Applications for your new Apple Mac computer.
How to Get Help With Your Mac Migration
While my on-site services are focused on key locations in London and Salisbury, Keith Thomas offers expert Mac Remote Support and Telephone Support services for clients across the entire UK to resolve complex issues like those with your Apple Silicon migration. We also have dedicated pages for more information on our specific support services:
This page provides a high-level overview of our professional Apple Mac Computer Support and Installation services. For assistance with your specific situation, whether you are in London or anywhere else in the UK, we can help with a wide range of Apple Support Services, including a same-day and next-day appointment service with an Apple Expert and an Apple Mac Support Specialist.
My Apple on-site Services for:
- On-site Apple Mac Computer Support Service.
- On-Site iMac, MacBook Support Service.
- On-Site Apple iCloud Support Service.
- Apple Mac Computer Technical Support.
- Apple Mac Computer Setup and Apple Mac Computer Installation Services.
- Apple Mac Computer Training.
- Independent Genius Bar Alternative Service with Apple Help at your Home Visit Service.
- On-site MacOS Upgrade and MacOS Upgrade Support.
- Apple MacOS Telephone Support.
- Mac Remote Support Service.
- Apple Expert Support and Apple Specialist Support Services.
Keith Thomas is open Mondays to Sundays 7 days a week 09:30 – 20:30 to book appointments for on-site Apple Support Services and to arrange for Apple Telephone Support service.
Call or text Keith Thomas on 07800 940756 between 09:30 – 20:30 Daily.
Or, Contact Keith Thomas for a callback.
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