Laptop, tablet, and smart-home devices on a Berlin loft desk overlooking the TV Tower and Berlin Cathedral

BERLIN · SOCIAL WORK & TECHNOLOGY

Technology with
common sense.

Social work meets 18 years of Apple expertise. Personal IT support in Berlin — patient, clear, in your language.


IT CONSULTANT · BERLIN · SOCIAL WORK & TECHNOLOGY

My path into IT did not begin with a computer science degree.
It began with people.

My degree in Social Work — officially recognised in Germany by ZAB — taught me three things rarely found in the tech industry: to truly listen, to be patient, and to find solutions that fit the person. In 2008 I began working in the Apple ecosystem. What started as personal passion became 18 years of grounded expertise.

In IT since 2008 18+ years of experience
People first Making technology understandable
DE · EN · AR Your language. Your pace.
Mohamed Ismail — founder of SilberBridge, personal IT consultant in Berlin

Apple Expert since 2008

SilberBridge

  • Apple Expert since 2008
  • 18+ Years of Practical IT Experience
  • Social Work Degree · Recognised by ZAB
  • IT Service Management Certified
  • 212,584+ Successful eBay Transactions
  • 100 % Positive Feedback
  • WordPress Full Site Editing Specialist
  • WooCommerce Certified Developer
  • Privacy First · Local Data Solutions
  • On-Site Berlin · One Personal Contact
  • German · English · Arabic

Services

What I do for you.

Apple devices — MacBook Pro and iPhone on a dark desk surface

Apple Ecosystem

Apple Support

Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — I have been working with these since 2008, when the first iPhone launched. Setup, data migration, troubleshooting: your Apple ecosystem with someone who knows it from the inside.

Explore Apple Support

Modern living room with smart home lighting in the evening

Smart Home

Smart Home & Security

HomeKit, cameras, network, lighting — planned and installed so you can run it yourself, without a manual to hand.

Explore Smart Home & Security

Older person and adviser looking at an iPad together

Digital Literacy

Digital Literacy

No jargon, no rush. Smartphone basics, secure passwords, spotting phishing — we work at your pace, until you genuinely feel confident.

Explore Digital Literacy

Services in Detail

Six services. One person.

MacBook Pro on a desk with the setup assistant open

Apple Support

Mac Setup & Data Migration

From 149 EUR

From unboxing to your first confident steps. I transfer all your data, set up your applications, and explain what is where — so your new Mac feels like an old friend from day one.

Apple Home app on iPad in a smart home

Smart Home

HomeKit Automation

From €59/hour

Lights, heating, door lock, camera — all on one screen, controlled with a gesture. I plan the system, install it, and show you how to use it day to day. No technical background required.

Compact outdoor security camera mounted on a building wall at dusk

Smart Home

Security Camera Installation

From 199 EUR

Cameras you can actually operate yourself — no technical knowledge needed. I mount, configure, and show you live how to check on your home from anywhere. Stored locally, not in the cloud.

Older person and adviser looking at an iPad together

Digital Literacy

Digital Basics Training

From 89 EUR / hour

Smartphone, email, video calls, online banking — step by step, as many times as needed, without time pressure. No question is too simple. I come to you, so you learn on your own device.

Smartphone fingerprint scanner — symbol of digital security

Digital Literacy

Online Safety Audit

From 119 EUR

I check where you are vulnerable — passwords, apps, browser, email accounts — and close the gaps with you. So you can sleep without worrying.

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Website Services

WordPress Website Design

From 1,200 EUR

Not a website builder, not an off-the-shelf template. A website that tells your story — clear, inviting, readable on every device. From first idea to go-live.

Trust

What Berlin clients say.

★★★★★

Finally someone who takes the time and explains everything calmly.

My iPad and iPhone now work together — and I even understand why. I used to be afraid of breaking something. That fear is gone.

Margarethe B.

Charlottenburg

★★★★★

Fast help after a fraud attempt — very trustworthy.

Everything was secured and I was shown what to watch out for. No upselling, no unnecessary recommendations — just exactly what I needed.

Thomas R.

Steglitz

★★★★★

Our smart home finally runs smoothly and securely.

From planning to setup — patient, without jargon, and always reachable when questions came up. Gran now video-calls independently.

The Nguyen Family

Prenzlauer Berg

★★★★★

Very patient, very friendly, and always reachable.

I had many questions — and none of them was too simple or too stupid. I finally feel confident with my devices.

Elisabeth K.

Wilmersdorf

Transparent · Fair · Personal

Simple pricing.
Personal support.

Every appointment begins with a personal conversation. You only pay for the time you actually need—no hidden costs and no long-term contracts. Clear, fair pricing from the very beginning.

Support at Your Location

49 €

Per Hour

Ideal for quick technical help, device setup, software configuration and digital guidance at your preferred location.

Weekend Support

79 €

Per Hour

Flexible appointments on Saturdays and Sundays whenever weekday appointments are not convenient.

No hidden fees. No surprises. Before every appointment, you’ll receive a clear estimate of the expected time required.

Knowledge Sharing

Knowledge that actually helps.

iPhone and MacBook displaying iCloud storage settings

Apple Tips

7 Min. Read

How to Free Up iCloud Storage Without Losing Photos

Step by step — no data loss, no panic, no technical background needed.

Living room with smart home lighting and Apple Home app on iPad

Smart Home

9 Min. Read

Your First Smart Home: Getting Started with HomeKit

No tradesperson, no renovation, no prior knowledge. It starts with a single device — and your iPhone is already the remote control.

Laptop screen showing a suspicious email with a warning overlay

Online Safety

6 Min. Read

Recognising Phishing Emails: A Visual Guide

These emails look more genuine than the real thing. Knowing three warning signs means you delete them before any damage is done.

Modern Wi-Fi router on a wooden shelf in a Berlin home

Online Safety

8 Min. Read

5 Steps to a More Secure Home Wi-Fi Network

Five steps you can take today — no technical knowledge, no new router. Your home Wi-Fi, noticeably more secure.


Why SilberBridge

Four reasons Berlin clients come back.

You always speak with me — Mohamed Ismail.


No call centre, no hold queue, no being passed to someone who does not know your name. When you write, I reply — personally, usually within 24 hours.

Your privacy is not an afterthought.


Local solutions wherever possible. No tracking tools, no unnecessary cloud services. I always explain what I do and why — transparency is standard, not a premium.

Response within 24 hours — personal, not automated.


Evenings and weekends too, when it suits you. Tech problems rarely happen on Monday mornings between nine and five.

The first conversation is always free — and always without obligation.


No form, no script, no sales pressure. We talk about your situation — for as long as needed — and I tell you honestly whether and how I can help.

Tell me about your digital challenges.

The initial consultation is free, non-binding and personal. I read and answer every message myself — no bot, no call centre. Usually within 24 hours. — Mohamed Ismail

No contract · No subscription · No bot — Mohamed Ismail replies personally