Last year, I wrote a column about the great customer service I received from Rocky Lawton, the owner of the Computer and Ink Store, located at 1440 Garnet Ave. In 2012, Rocky and his team of technology continue to amaze. Whether you’re looking for Lawton and his team to build you a custom computer, refill your ink cartridges, repair your iPhone, iPad or printer, create graphic designs or web services, The Computer and Ink Store is your reliable neighborhood source for affordable products and services. Lawton has a tremendous appreciation for our beach community. “I’m a person of chance,” he said. Lawton was born in Nairobi, East Africa. Just like in the Academy Award-winning film “Slum Dog Millionaire,” Lawton’s youth was surrounded by poverty. Eventually, he emigrated to England after high school, but somehow knew Pacific Beach was his ultimate destination. “I’m self-taught,” said Lawton, who’s known by customers and colleagues as “Dr. iPhone.” He’s nothing less than a skilled surgeon when it comes to iPhone and iPad repair. The technology landscape has changed dramatically these days and if you’re not “in the know,” you’ll find yourself left behind, he said. “As far as my line of work, you either lead, follow or get out of the way,” Lawton said. Lawton is a leader who is always on the cutting edge of technology. But all of his vast knowledge wouldn’t be worth much without his superb customer service. “It’s vital to my operation,” he said. “I want every customer-to-be to know we’ve got all the bases covered for computer, cell phone and graphic design needs.” In his spare time, Lawton enjoys spending time with his, wife, Diana and his pups — Roxie, the poodle and Killer, the Chihuahua. Lawton has a band called Sticky Buds, which translates to “friendship” in his native land. His band is World Roots music with a reggae foundation. Rocky is a textbook example of the wonderful diverse culture we have right here in our beautiful seaside town, our beloved Pacific Beach. — Kevin Di Cicco is the owner of Buddy the dog, who is best known for his roles in the long string of “Air Bud” movies and his ball-playing skills showcased on popular television shows. For booking inquiries, contact www.airbud.com.
