UPDATE: Hey everyone! Got a response from RGRS. In order to prevent this issue you need to make sure the touch sensor is trimmed (like I showed in the tutorial) & adhered (I used kapton tape) to the front half of the housing and not touching the rear shell. This completely fixes the issue! Hey everyone! After playing with the new screen some more, I am noticing an issue where the brightness is cycling through randomly. I reached out to Retro Game Repair Shop to see what is causing this issue and will report back when I find out more. I wish I knew this when filming so I can show you all. Stay tuned for updates.
My guess would be interference/cross talk between the ribbon cable and the touch sensor. Perhaps some sort of small shield between the two will fix it?
I actually think it's a pro that the screen brightness resets to max after power off. Otherwise you could find yourself with a big problem if the touch sensor ever fails.
Gotta love seeing a non-destructive and completely reversible mod! As time goes on and more people mod systems, we're going to have less and less stock systems, which is kind of a bummer imo. I'd love to see more non-destructive mods come out in the future!
I highly doubt that. Millions upon millions of AGB's were sold and I'm sure a good percentage are still out there. And then there's the small percentage of Game Boy fans that do go ahead and modify their AGB's.
as much as I would like to agree, not only did millions of them sell, but honestly having a stock GBA sucks lmao. Screen is terrible, uses double As. Would much rather do some slight battery slot modding and put a cleanjuice in, and then use this. Very little damage while still removing all the modern day issues.
I know it's years later but whatever. Unless it's some rare variant that arguably belongs on a shelf, all you are doing by modding a GBA is extending it's functional lifespan and playability. I'm doing a no cut because it's a Japanese orange console in amazing shape. But I'm not gonna fault someone for completely gutting a GBA and replacing everything. Especially if it's kinda janky. Anything to keep it out of a landfill and in loving hands.
Thank the lord, I get my kit and gba on the same day. I have taken apart tons of consoles now but never a handheld, I didn’t want to ruin my first gba mod!
Solderless/No Mod/Drop in screen replacements is such a massive improvement as it opens up the ability to mod a console to those that would otherwise be too uncomfortable with the install process. Ben’s Lynx 2 screen comes to mind. Not sure about that max brightness tho. The comparison against the FP screen was significant, how much does it affect usage in (Eg) day light/outdoors etc?
@@Alex-CA it's less about the soldering and more about being able to restore the console to its original state, or use a different mod without the uninstall process being painful, and the mods done to other components making installing the new mod more complicated
Great video, made install very easy. The hardest part was correctly placing the touch sensor to prevent the random cycling. Thank you so much! A few things for people thinking of getting this kit. To my understanding, this kit now comes with the v5 board which makes the screen much brighter than the v3 board. The screen color looks a bit cool in the video (blue), mine is not quite as blue, more of a neutral color.
I have Version 5.4 boards that I received and yes, this should be something to note. I didn't need to trim the touch sensor or do a mod to get full brightness. the touch sensor is now on the other side of the ribbon so it actually folds into the space nicely.
Wow. This looks way easier to deal with than other options. I just found out my old GBA still works (it's not rare or anything, but it's spent a long time in a drawer) and this is something I might consider buying since it seems to be easy on someone like me who isn't at all experienced with this kind of thing.
This was a great tutorial. The version I got had the touch sensor on the left side of the connector to the driver. Instead of cutting it, you can fold it to the front of the ribbon so it gets tucked into the front face. You can change the brightness by touching the N of the Nintendo Logo. Not sure if it's a newer revision but it works fine and haven't had the issue with brightness cycling so far. Keep up the good work, man!
Your channel is SO underrated. Not only are the tutorials very easy to follow, the amount of work that goes into the presentation is INSANE. You're definitely not getting the exposure you deserve.
The biggest pron for me is using the device with the front shield coming from factory and the screen with original size and proportions to the rest of the device, thank you man for the video
I wouldnt buy one myself but for a first version it's pretty good! Hopefuly they keep working on improving this product as i can see it becoming very much in demand!
I bought this because of this video. Also had to get an iFixit kit for the screws. This was my first time nodding anything (aside from putting an SSD in my PS4). Used this video as a step-by-step guide and it took me 15-20 minutes to complete. It really is as simple as it looks, and the screen is a MASSIVE improvement on the original.
Hi Everyone, I just borked this kit and want to provide a note of caution. Some of the OEM GBA shells have little ridges around the inside of the shell where the panel goes that are taller than the rest. This causes the replacement lens to not be level when installed. I didnt know this and gave a little press thinking it was just my installation. Well, that broke the screen so now I have to wait for them to be restocked. There is a warning of this in one of the images on the RGRS website. You MAY need to trim an OEM shell (my platinum colored shell is one of them). Otherwise perhaps an aftermarket shell wont have this issue. I don't see this mentioned in the vid and want to call it out to save others the headache and extra $20 if they do what I did.
This is awesome I remember when I was younger how I thought that i broke the screen of my elder brothers gba, but was actually the polarizer was burned. Gonna surprise him with this hahaha
I've actually done this mod already for a GBA I made for my wife. If you do solder those 2 points on the motherboard the brightness and clarity is even better than that if the Funnyplaying. Great video Tito, I always look forward to Thursdays now. Take care.
Because of how simple that looks I want to try it myself. But before I do I wanna at least get an original version and one that’s broken so that way in case I mess it up I don’t break the system permanently and I can still have one to play on. I am not at all familiar with any kind of programming or soldering or any kind of modding so this looks like a really fun Modification to use especially because I like the design of the original GBA but I still love my GBA SP.
Macho, thanks for the update. I was having the same issue. I bought this kit after watching your vid and was pulling my hair out as to what id done wrong. Ive now kapton taped the sensor to the top half of the shell away from the bottom half and so far so good. No more brightness cycling. Thanks very much for chasing this and updating us.
Definitely seems like a good option for anyone who doesn't know how to solder or is uncomfortable with surface mount soldering, but having done a FunnyPlaying kit recently, it seems like that would be a more polished and preferable option for anyone who is comfortable with soldering. I also agree it's seems like an excellent option for someone with a rare GBA and doesn't want to make any permanent changes to the board and shell.
Just installed mine, followed your tutorial and got it done in no time. My touch sensor was on the opposite side and didn't require me to cut mine but still great video and a great product!
This Video made me the happiest I've been this whole week. Not cuz i found an easy screen mod but it just made me happy seeing somthing that i am exited for and not to mention how calming and in my element this made me feel. thx dude. :)
I only have one GBA and its one of the Toys R Us exclusive black ones so the ability to mod the screen without messing up the shell is awesome. I hope they come up with something like this for the Game Gear
Dude..I love that you're giving people sooooo many options that don't require them to possibly destroy a 101 unit for the screen. Everyone is doing their part for video game preservation on the software and emulation side. Kudos to you for continually seeking out the best way to enjoy retro games from an original hardware POV. That is also a valuable part of that preservation, Tito. Cheers man.
Thank you TechnoGatsby! Totally agree! So many great options out there, so no need to harvest 101 screens anymore. What a time to be alive!! Cheers buddy!
DON'T MISLEAD PEOPLE This kit is still drop-in. The wire that comes with the new kit doesn't need to be soldered, you just have to wrap it around the positive battery terminal of the motherboard and stick some tape, this makes possibe the option to change between 10 levels of brightness instead of 5. You can solder that wire if you so desire, but YOU'RE NOT FORCED TO
The best feature of this mod imo is that it looks perfect for people who'd like to have the backlight but are not very comfortable with solding. The steps are easy and quick, and though it won't be the perfect thing it seems to do the job very well. I've always been curious about modding stuff but always a bit afraid of starting a project, this might be a good way to step into this area slowly and see if I wanna go further after... Thanks for the video!
This looks like an amazing mod for people who are afraid to solder or dont know how, I'd still personally go for one of the screens with more features.
This is fantastic. I picked up an IPS upgrade off ebay claiming it was the "v2" version (Funny Play clone it appears) which was likely a V1 as the screen will shut down and console will turn itself off after only a minute of playing. I also found the display to be way too bright even at a low settings so I'm excited to see this one is much dimmer!
Yes, I got a Pokemon special edition, so I'm super happy I won't have to damage the shell. This also means once I get my hands on the Celebi and Latios/Latias editions, I can do the same!
Wow just when I thought the FunnyPlaying IPS V2 kit was the definitive way to add an IPS screen. This defo will be a welcome addition, always prefer non-destructive mods wherever possible. Amazing video as always mate!
Just finished installing this into my Platinum GBA and its working great! Thank you so much for this video! I will echo what a lot of other people on here have mentioned, your videos are extremely high quality and well done, keep it up man! One thing, not sure if it is a difference with having a 32pin connector on the main board, but I only had two screws inside to take out instead of 3 as mentioned in the video. Other than that, everything was the same. Thanks again for the very well done instructional video!
2 things, for anyone wondering. 1. The brightness mod he mentioned also works on 32 pin boards 2. the screen is distractingly blue tinted. I ended up selling mine because it's tiring to look at for long periods of time. You can even see in his video that its VERY blue
@@187StaticMr I don't necessarily blame him. A lot of people don't notice these things, just like a lot of people will buy a $150 65" on black friday and get a terrible display lol I've always been very sensitive to quality in screens so I noticed right away. TL;DR If you're reading this and care about quality, DON'T get this screen. If you don't mind a harsh blue tint over everything, the screen is otherwise, not bad
@@lolztony the blue hint is due to calibration, i bet they will be calibrated differently across all these LCDs, because they are actually NOT CALIBRATED. Also the 32/40 both can use the brightness mod. And it's completely worth it, night and day. That being said, i still prefer brightness control buttons and soldering and using the lg ips lcd.
Lol when you used a gasket in the past and you know to never do it again. I like the idea of the kit for people who don’t want to fuss around and want a slightly better screen without having to worry about a new lense. I don’t like the limitations of the picture quality vs funny playing, the option to use buttons to adjust brightness and the dim screen.
True, I would agree the FunnyPlaying kits are a bit more professional in the sense of operation but are a bit more work. Cheers dude! Great to hear from you!
Feels like we're approaching the singularity with GBA IPS mods. Between the amazing screens in some mods and the drop-in ease of others, it's only a matter of time before all the best features get rolled into a single, flawless, super easy kit. Seems like we'll only have to wait a tiny bit longer. For me, a no-cut mod is a huge draw. I was willing to compromise on some simple soldering, but cutting just never seemed like a good solution to me, especially when I want to keep my transparent original shell. I'm glad these are coming out and I hope they become the norm.
i doubt it myself, all kits have pros and cons, but soldering shouldnt be seen as a con, because there isnt much other way to control the screen options by pressing buttons. This screen might look good, but it is also smaller in screensize and more bad quality (blueish glow from what i read in comments here but not confirmed myself) as the FunnyPlaying V2 kit, and a bigger screen requires cutting shell. And these touch sensors dont look as decent as their counterparts with the button presses, but for those you will need to solder, i dont think any tape will stick that long as a good solder job. We should be happy that Nintendo actually gave us solid solder points we can use to connect the wires.
I do not have a rare gba but my parents found the gba I had when I was a kid, with games and a game shark, was thinking on putting ips screen on it but didn't wanted to mess the shell since I have good memories of playing megaman and legacy of goku games on it, definitely getting one of this kits on that console now.
Thats what I'm waiting for! So glad someone else mentioned this
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I think you actually should trim those little nubs that run along the bottom and right hand side of the front shell’s interior. Otherwise the panel might sit at an angle. I’ve modded my GBA using the same kit and that’s definitely something to look out for. One thing I didn’t hear you mention is much reduced power draw when compared to funnyplaying. According to makho’s tests, at max brightness funnyplaying gives you approximately 40% of stock battery life while this kit reaches 70%! That’s a massive difference if you care about battery life. If anyone is curious - look up “cloud game store” on AliExpress. It’s the original seller of this particular kit (there’s a similar one for the SP too). Their shells are a bit crap, though, so I’d look for these elsewhere.
Looking how anything retro has gone up in prices, i wont be doing any major modding on original gameboys but this kit is really nice! I will wait for a v2 😊
Yeah as somebody that has little to no experience at all in modding consoles or the like, this is a great product to replace my GBA with!!! Easy to use!!
I love soldering, but no cut is huge. I go glass for a lense if ever possible, but not having to cut means able to use any shell, which is fantastic... Maybe ill make use of one of my random original shells with one! Great vid MNP!
Hey Tito! I don't know if this has been brought up yet in comments, but I recently installed this mod and had one major problem: no image on screen! Well, I followed your advice from part 2 of your Dreamcast project, slowed down, and looked over the whole build: turns out, RGRS made some changes since your install! 1) the ribbon cable connecting the screen to the motherboard has been flipped around, so that the touch sensor is now on the left. I wasn't even looking at the connections and ended up installing it backwards. (Doy!) Despite my initial frustration, it's a welcome change, since it now allows a lot more room for the sensor to be slid into position. 2) The screen is now a larger IPS, so you will need a larger screen lens to go with it. 3) Maybe this was just my kit, but the left spacer was just a hair too tall, resulting in a crooked screen after install. I sanded it down a bit to get the proper height. 4) It's so much brighter now! I would put it on par with the McWill or any other generic IPS you can find online. Color saturation is at proper levels, too! Thanks for making such an awesome series of videos...even when I am just relaxing, your calm and friendly presentation just makes them a great way to just pass the time. Like I said before... you're the Bob Ross of console mods!
Regarding number 2, this shouldn't be the case. It states in the listing that the IPS screen included with fit OEM cases and OEM lenses. IPS lenses will be too large allegedly.
All pictures of this screen I see online show the same noticeable blue tint that's also visible in the video. I haven't seen anybody complain about it, but maybe it's something to consider. Especially as there are now more kits available that don't require soldering.
really like your vids, well balanced, relaxing and informative - too many channels are all in your face and have annoying music, your channel is really worth watching
Awesome video like always Tito, Great job! Personally, as convenient as i find this mod, I'll still stick with the FunnyPlaying IPS kit for three reasons: For starters, I've gotten used to the slightly bigger display you get with that kit (been playing my AGS-101 lately and the display feels so tiny now, hahah). Secondly, I always buy beaten up GBA's to restore, so swapping out the OEM shells and lenses is not an issue to me at all. And lastly, because as a hobby game boy/walkman/console modder, I just... Enjoy soldering a Lot! That extra ammount of work needed to tune a GBA to perfection is what really makes me enjoy this hobby, and i'm so glad that more and more people are getting on board :)
Ok so there is false advertising....I just got my kit in today and the ribbons are different from what is being shown above, they have a green wire that needs to be connected somewhere. And the link provided doesn't give us the kit you are using.😑😑😑...
I really like this! I don’t mind soldering at all but I really don’t like the idea of cutting original shells, and using repro shells/lenses is just unappealing to me. No matter how much they can make them feel or look like the original... it just isn’t the original! And for a handheld system, holding and feeling the original system is a big part of the experience. Especially if you’re modding the one you actually grew up with
Absolutely watching this mod and waiting for it to come out. I have a white transparent shell with green transparent buttons and accents on my ags001, but the original screen.
your intro is awesome... when I watch one video a week... if I watch two, three or four on the same day, jesus christ enough... I need to skip it. but still, great editin skills and high value content here. cheers.
I just finished my ips drop in screen. I used a gba I got online for the motherboard (the screen was still good) and a new Pokemon Center replacement shell. The ribbon cable/ touch sensor didn't need to be cut thankfully. What sucks is it looks like I got a small smudge on the inside of the screen cover maybe I will open it up again to clean it but not tonight lol Thanks for this video it was a big help 👍🏿
Nice vid..clear and easy to understand which is REALLY necessary for showing these mod tutorials. ...you really remind me of Colin over at This Does Not Compute. A++
Nice! Makes modding it sting a lot less when the GBA is cheap lol. I spent 50 bucks on my main one before any mods, then got one free from a co worker lol
UPDATE: Hey everyone! Got a response from RGRS. In order to prevent this issue you need to make sure the touch sensor is trimmed (like I showed in the tutorial) & adhered (I used kapton tape) to the front half of the housing and not touching the rear shell. This completely fixes the issue!
Hey everyone! After playing with the new screen some more, I am noticing an issue where the brightness is cycling through randomly. I reached out to Retro Game Repair Shop to see what is causing this issue and will report back when I find out more. I wish I knew this when filming so I can show you all. Stay tuned for updates.
Hopefully they'll have a fix for that. Thanks for letting us know!
My guess would be interference/cross talk between the ribbon cable and the touch sensor. Perhaps some sort of small shield between the two will fix it?
I've had this problem before on other kits and it was always the touch sensor being finicky.
UPDATE: it’s not an issue! Please read the updated pinned comment above. Cheers!
UPDATE: it’s not an issue! Please read the updated pinned comment above. Cheers!
I actually think it's a pro that the screen brightness resets to max after power off. Otherwise you could find yourself with a big problem if the touch sensor ever fails.
"You only need a screwdriver"
Proceeds to use scissors.
I feel betrayed.
and a triwing screwdriver
that's still a screwdriver stupid @@Kiirabu197
Gotta love seeing a non-destructive and completely reversible mod! As time goes on and more people mod systems, we're going to have less and less stock systems, which is kind of a bummer imo. I'd love to see more non-destructive mods come out in the future!
I highly doubt that. Millions upon millions of AGB's were sold and I'm sure a good percentage are still out there. And then there's the small percentage of Game Boy fans that do go ahead and modify their AGB's.
i sold the pcb from a supernintendp controller when i made a wireless one with 8bitdo's kit
@@Glol91ABC what about the permanent shell damage? the solder damage? the fact that most screens have permanent adhesive??
as much as I would like to agree, not only did millions of them sell, but honestly having a stock GBA sucks lmao. Screen is terrible, uses double As. Would much rather do some slight battery slot modding and put a cleanjuice in, and then use this. Very little damage while still removing all the modern day issues.
I know it's years later but whatever. Unless it's some rare variant that arguably belongs on a shelf, all you are doing by modding a GBA is extending it's functional lifespan and playability.
I'm doing a no cut because it's a Japanese orange console in amazing shape. But I'm not gonna fault someone for completely gutting a GBA and replacing everything. Especially if it's kinda janky. Anything to keep it out of a landfill and in loving hands.
This is a massive game changer for rare GBA’s, wow
Totally agree!
Still got my crystal blue gba. Gonna do this mod
Rare?
@@champking20 i might as well.
I’ve installed this kit the other day, and cutting the sensor is completely unnecessary, it fits fine.
Thank the lord, I get my kit and gba on the same day. I have taken apart tons of consoles now but never a handheld, I didn’t want to ruin my first gba mod!
Where did you get the kit from?
@@scottisaac1856 it's from retro games repair shop
@@ja_e314 Just ordered mine from RGRS last night. We’ll see how it fits!
@@MrAlexarctica nice!
Solderless/No Mod/Drop in screen replacements is such a massive improvement as it opens up the ability to mod a console to those that would otherwise be too uncomfortable with the install process. Ben’s Lynx 2 screen comes to mind.
Not sure about that max brightness tho. The comparison against the FP screen was significant, how much does it affect usage in (Eg) day light/outdoors etc?
That’s a great question. For indoor use it’s definitely bright enough. I have not yet tried it outside so can’t say for sure. Cheers buddy!
This is what i been waiting for. A screen replacement that's pretty much just as simple as sliding in the ribbon cable.
@@Alex-CA it's less about the soldering and more about being able to restore the console to its original state, or use a different mod without the uninstall process being painful, and the mods done to other components making installing the new mod more complicated
Bro idk if you changed the way you script your videos but it seemed a lot more natural. Keep up the fantastic work!
Thank you bro! I’m always trying to improve! Really appreciate the feedback!
I bet he's just more comfortable due to experience. Good job indeed
Great video, made install very easy. The hardest part was correctly placing the touch sensor to prevent the random cycling. Thank you so much! A few things for people thinking of getting this kit. To my understanding, this kit now comes with the v5 board which makes the screen much brighter than the v3 board. The screen color looks a bit cool in the video (blue), mine is not quite as blue, more of a neutral color.
I have Version 5.4 boards that I received and yes, this should be something to note. I didn't need to trim the touch sensor or do a mod to get full brightness. the touch sensor is now on the other side of the ribbon so it actually folds into the space nicely.
Good to know! Gonna order mine tomorrow!!
This was extremely worth it. Process was relatively easy and the screen is an amazing upgrade
Wow. This looks way easier to deal with than other options. I just found out my old GBA still works (it's not rare or anything, but it's spent a long time in a drawer) and this is something I might consider buying since it seems to be easy on someone like me who isn't at all experienced with this kind of thing.
This does show promise, hopefully they continue working on this model and fix the little quirks in later revisions.
God your videos are so high quality, they just look so beautiful and clean.
*your
@@Eight-Bytes thank you!
Thank you Nate! That really means a lot to me buddy! So glad you’re enjoying the videos!
@@MachoNachoProductions you're welcome man!
Not having to mod the shell or replace the screen lens is HUGE, this is a great kit. Great vid as ever!
This was a great tutorial. The version I got had the touch sensor on the left side of the connector to the driver. Instead of cutting it, you can fold it to the front of the ribbon so it gets tucked into the front face. You can change the brightness by touching the N of the Nintendo Logo. Not sure if it's a newer revision but it works fine and haven't had the issue with brightness cycling so far.
Keep up the good work, man!
Your channel is SO underrated. Not only are the tutorials very easy to follow, the amount of work that goes into the presentation is INSANE. You're definitely not getting the exposure you deserve.
Amazing timing. I ordered this screen and it just arrived today
Just finished mine. Works great. Couldn’t of done it without this video. I’m a total noob and pulled it off with zero issues.
For a drop in screen, and at $58, This is worth it! I'm definitely getting this for the next GBA I mod! Thanks for sharing Tito!
The biggest pron for me is using the device with the front shield coming from factory and the screen with original size and proportions to the rest of the device, thank you man for the video
Ps so bad it's now sold out...
I wouldnt buy one myself but for a first version it's pretty good! Hopefuly they keep working on improving this product as i can see it becoming very much in demand!
"This kit is intelligently designed."
Designers of previous screens: "Rude..."
Rolling that gasket placement footage backwards to come off with godlike skill... Now _that's_ movie magic!
I bought this because of this video. Also had to get an iFixit kit for the screws. This was my first time nodding anything (aside from putting an SSD in my PS4). Used this video as a step-by-step guide and it took me 15-20 minutes to complete. It really is as simple as it looks, and the screen is a MASSIVE improvement on the original.
Hi Everyone,
I just borked this kit and want to provide a note of caution. Some of the OEM GBA shells have little ridges around the inside of the shell where the panel goes that are taller than the rest. This causes the replacement lens to not be level when installed. I didnt know this and gave a little press thinking it was just my installation. Well, that broke the screen so now I have to wait for them to be restocked.
There is a warning of this in one of the images on the RGRS website. You MAY need to trim an OEM shell (my platinum colored shell is one of them). Otherwise perhaps an aftermarket shell wont have this issue. I don't see this mentioned in the vid and want to call it out to save others the headache and extra $20 if they do what I did.
The modding scene is taking off and I love it. So many options to breathe new live into these retro consoles and theyre only getting better
Totally agree!!
Thanks for the very easy to follow tutorial, when I eventually get an LCD screen for my gameboy, I'll be sure to follow this.
this is the kinds of mods i really like easy and keeping the og pcb
This is awesome I remember when I was younger how I thought that i broke the screen of my elder brothers gba, but was actually the polarizer was burned. Gonna surprise him with this hahaha
Great kit. I thought the AGS101 install was simple, but this makes that look like rocket science.
I've actually done this mod already for a GBA I made for my wife. If you do solder those 2 points on the motherboard the brightness and clarity is even better than that if the Funnyplaying. Great video Tito, I always look forward to Thursdays now. Take care.
That intro was so cool and well made.
wish i could buy a kit. sold out everywhere. funnyplaying v2 is also sold out. kinda happy though that the commmunity lives on and supports these guys
Because of how simple that looks I want to try it myself. But before I do I wanna at least get an original version and one that’s broken so that way in case I mess it up I don’t break the system permanently and I can still have one to play on. I am not at all familiar with any kind of programming or soldering or any kind of modding so this looks like a really fun Modification to use especially because I like the design of the original GBA but I still love my GBA SP.
Macho, thanks for the update. I was having the same issue. I bought this kit after watching your vid and was pulling my hair out as to what id done wrong. Ive now kapton taped the sensor to the top half of the shell away from the bottom half and so far so good. No more brightness cycling.
Thanks very much for chasing this and updating us.
I would just like to say, that intro hecking slaps.
Definitely seems like a good option for anyone who doesn't know how to solder or is uncomfortable with surface mount soldering, but having done a FunnyPlaying kit recently, it seems like that would be a more polished and preferable option for anyone who is comfortable with soldering. I also agree it's seems like an excellent option for someone with a rare GBA and doesn't want to make any permanent changes to the board and shell.
The brightness is too low, so not really.
I got a gameboy advance see thru console at a church yard sale for a dollar and I'll try this mod soon. Thanks for video.
Just installed mine, followed your tutorial and got it done in no time. My touch sensor was on the opposite side and didn't require me to cut mine but still great video and a great product!
Mine was on the opposite side too! Hoooooow did you place it? I cannot find a good spot for it that doesn’t auto cycle through brightness settings.
This Video made me the happiest I've been this whole week. Not cuz i found an easy screen mod but it just made me happy seeing somthing that i am exited for and not to mention how calming and in my element this made me feel.
thx dude. :)
Looks great! I was thinking of doing some of these soon and was worried about soldering.
Crazy how far the retro modding community has come. Awesome video, thanks!
This is something I would feel comfortable doing. Great coverage.
I am really enjoying it, I think you will like it too!
I only have one GBA and its one of the Toys R Us exclusive black ones so the ability to mod the screen without messing up the shell is awesome. I hope they come up with something like this for the Game Gear
Dude..I love that you're giving people sooooo many options that don't require them to possibly destroy a 101 unit for the screen. Everyone is doing their part for video game preservation on the software and emulation side. Kudos to you for continually seeking out the best way to enjoy retro games from an original hardware POV. That is also a valuable part of that preservation, Tito. Cheers man.
Thank you TechnoGatsby! Totally agree! So many great options out there, so no need to harvest 101 screens anymore. What a time to be alive!! Cheers buddy!
DON'T MISLEAD PEOPLE
This kit is still drop-in. The wire that comes with the new kit doesn't need to be soldered, you just have to wrap it around the positive battery terminal of the motherboard and stick some tape, this makes possibe the option to change between 10 levels of brightness instead of 5.
You can solder that wire if you so desire, but YOU'RE NOT FORCED TO
really?
@@dannyxkai Yup, just tried it out with my GBA. The wire just has to be attached to the positive pole
Such a better tutorial than handheld legends. I followed theirs exactly as in the video and it's completely wrong. Thank you!
The best feature of this mod imo is that it looks perfect for people who'd like to have the backlight but are not very comfortable with solding. The steps are easy and quick, and though it won't be the perfect thing it seems to do the job very well. I've always been curious about modding stuff but always a bit afraid of starting a project, this might be a good way to step into this area slowly and see if I wanna go further after... Thanks for the video!
What great timing, finally found my old gameboy I had as a kid, wanna mod the screen
This looks like an amazing mod for people who are afraid to solder or dont know how, I'd still personally go for one of the screens with more features.
I've been waiting for this for a long time!
This is fantastic. I picked up an IPS upgrade off ebay claiming it was the "v2" version (Funny Play clone it appears) which was likely a V1 as the screen will shut down and console will turn itself off after only a minute of playing. I also found the display to be way too bright even at a low settings so I'm excited to see this one is much dimmer!
I just had one of these land on my doorstep a few days ago and I’m planning on installing it this weekend. What great timing!
Just ordered one the other day for my Pokémon center NY console and I can’t wait!
You have very high quality content. Keep up the good work man.
Thank you so much Joyner! That makes me so happy that you’re enjoying the channel. Cheers dude!
Yes, I got a Pokemon special edition, so I'm super happy I won't have to damage the shell. This also means once I get my hands on the Celebi and Latios/Latias editions, I can do the same!
Wow just when I thought the FunnyPlaying IPS V2 kit was the definitive way to add an IPS screen. This defo will be a welcome addition, always prefer non-destructive mods wherever possible.
Amazing video as always mate!
Just finished installing this into my Platinum GBA and its working great! Thank you so much for this video! I will echo what a lot of other people on here have mentioned, your videos are extremely high quality and well done, keep it up man! One thing, not sure if it is a difference with having a 32pin connector on the main board, but I only had two screws inside to take out instead of 3 as mentioned in the video. Other than that, everything was the same. Thanks again for the very well done instructional video!
I have a moded clear purple gba, and I will definitely use this screen
Thanks Tito! I had this screen for a month waiting for your tutorial!
Nice! Let me know how it goes!
2 things, for anyone wondering.
1. The brightness mod he mentioned also works on 32 pin boards
2. the screen is distractingly blue tinted. I ended up selling mine because it's tiring to look at for long periods of time. You can even see in his video that its VERY blue
Exactly, but not a single word about this.
It feels like watching some commercial instead of a review
@@187StaticMr I don't necessarily blame him. A lot of people don't notice these things, just like a lot of people will buy a $150 65" on black friday and get a terrible display lol I've always been very sensitive to quality in screens so I noticed right away. TL;DR If you're reading this and care about quality, DON'T get this screen. If you don't mind a harsh blue tint over everything, the screen is otherwise, not bad
@@lolztony the blue hint is due to calibration, i bet they will be calibrated differently across all these LCDs, because they are actually NOT CALIBRATED. Also the 32/40 both can use the brightness mod. And it's completely worth it, night and day. That being said, i still prefer brightness control buttons and soldering and using the lg ips lcd.
@@thepokerus4184 I’ve tried 4 different screen setups now and the LG funnyplaying blows the others out of the water
@@lolztony correct, which is why I said i also prefer it. It's the best
This is the kind of upgrade options we need.
Lol when you used a gasket in the past and you know to never do it again.
I like the idea of the kit for people who don’t want to fuss around and want a slightly better screen without having to worry about a new lense. I don’t like the limitations of the picture quality vs funny playing, the option to use buttons to adjust brightness and the dim screen.
True, I would agree the FunnyPlaying kits are a bit more professional in the sense of operation but are a bit more work. Cheers dude! Great to hear from you!
I'm glad to pick up on that tip. Thanks for reinforcing it.
I would certainly consider going from a non-lit original GBA screen to an adequately lit one far more then “slightly better” lol.
I'm fine with the brightness. It's lit. As long as i can see and I'm saving battery I'm good.
Great video as always Tito! I love starting off my Thursdays with your vids!
Feels like we're approaching the singularity with GBA IPS mods. Between the amazing screens in some mods and the drop-in ease of others, it's only a matter of time before all the best features get rolled into a single, flawless, super easy kit. Seems like we'll only have to wait a tiny bit longer.
For me, a no-cut mod is a huge draw. I was willing to compromise on some simple soldering, but cutting just never seemed like a good solution to me, especially when I want to keep my transparent original shell. I'm glad these are coming out and I hope they become the norm.
i doubt it myself, all kits have pros and cons, but soldering shouldnt be seen as a con, because there isnt much other way to control the screen options by pressing buttons.
This screen might look good, but it is also smaller in screensize and more bad quality (blueish glow from what i read in comments here but not confirmed myself) as the FunnyPlaying V2 kit, and a bigger screen requires cutting shell. And these touch sensors dont look as decent as their counterparts with the button presses, but for those you will need to solder, i dont think any tape will stick that long as a good solder job. We should be happy that Nintendo actually gave us solid solder points we can use to connect the wires.
just bought a pokemon center celebi edition gameboy advance, and this will be PERFECT for it
I do not have a rare gba but my parents found the gba I had when I was a kid, with games and a game shark, was thinking on putting ips screen on it but didn't wanted to mess the shell since I have good memories of playing megaman and legacy of goku games on it, definitely getting one of this kits on that console now.
Awesome!
I recently destroyed 2 gbp powerswitches due to soldering, so here's hoping they will be making these screens for gbp and gbc too :)
I love my Gameboy Advance SP since I did the funny playing IPS mod and a shell which I have since discovered it glows in the dark
9:52-- are there other IPS mod kits specifically for the GBA out there that have pixel mode? That'd be a really cool feature to have.
Thats what I'm waiting for! So glad someone else mentioned this
I think you actually should trim those little nubs that run along the bottom and right hand side of the front shell’s interior. Otherwise the panel might sit at an angle. I’ve modded my GBA using the same kit and that’s definitely something to look out for. One thing I didn’t hear you mention is much reduced power draw when compared to funnyplaying. According to makho’s tests, at max brightness funnyplaying gives you approximately 40% of stock battery life while this kit reaches 70%! That’s a massive difference if you care about battery life.
If anyone is curious - look up “cloud game store” on AliExpress. It’s the original seller of this particular kit (there’s a similar one for the SP too). Their shells are a bit crap, though, so I’d look for these elsewhere.
Finally smth well done, unlike the crappy designed screens that requires cutting the damn plastic off
Looking how anything retro has gone up in prices, i wont be doing any major modding on original gameboys but this kit is really nice! I will wait for a v2 😊
Yeah as somebody that has little to no experience at all in modding consoles or the like, this is a great product to replace my GBA with!!! Easy to use!!
I love soldering, but no cut is huge. I go glass for a lense if ever possible, but not having to cut means able to use any shell, which is fantastic... Maybe ill make use of one of my random original shells with one! Great vid MNP!
So glad you enjoyed this one! Cheers!
Thx for this. Nice to know there is a drop in alternative...but that brightness really bummed me out. The touch sensor is a huge.plus though!
Best AGS-001 kit, will buy this one soon, just need to find another console.
Hey Tito! I don't know if this has been brought up yet in comments, but I recently installed this mod and had one major problem: no image on screen!
Well, I followed your advice from part 2 of your Dreamcast project, slowed down, and looked over the whole build: turns out, RGRS made some changes since your install!
1) the ribbon cable connecting the screen to the motherboard has been flipped around, so that the touch sensor is now on the left. I wasn't even looking at the connections and ended up installing it backwards. (Doy!) Despite my initial frustration, it's a welcome change, since it now allows a lot more room for the sensor to be slid into position.
2) The screen is now a larger IPS, so you will need a larger screen lens to go with it.
3) Maybe this was just my kit, but the left spacer was just a hair too tall, resulting in a crooked screen after install. I sanded it down a bit to get the proper height.
4) It's so much brighter now! I would put it on par with the McWill or any other generic IPS you can find online. Color saturation is at proper levels, too!
Thanks for making such an awesome series of videos...even when I am just relaxing, your calm and friendly presentation just makes them a great way to just pass the time. Like I said before... you're the Bob Ross of console mods!
Regarding number 2, this shouldn't be the case. It states in the listing that the IPS screen included with fit OEM cases and OEM lenses. IPS lenses will be too large allegedly.
All pictures of this screen I see online show the same noticeable blue tint that's also visible in the video. I haven't seen anybody complain about it, but maybe it's something to consider. Especially as there are now more kits available that don't require soldering.
really like your vids, well balanced, relaxing and informative - too many channels are all in your face and have annoying music, your channel is really worth watching
This was my guide in installing my first IPS mod. Thank you!!!!
Just ordered my a couple days ago. Can't wait to get this. I was just donated a GBA and find it unplayable without a back light
Awesome video like always Tito, Great job!
Personally, as convenient as i find this mod, I'll still stick with the FunnyPlaying IPS kit for three reasons: For starters, I've gotten used to the slightly bigger display you get with that kit (been playing my AGS-101 lately and the display feels so tiny now, hahah). Secondly, I always buy beaten up GBA's to restore, so swapping out the OEM shells and lenses is not an issue to me at all. And lastly, because as a hobby game boy/walkman/console modder, I just... Enjoy soldering a Lot! That extra ammount of work needed to tune a GBA to perfection is what really makes me enjoy this hobby, and i'm so glad that more and more people are getting on board :)
Great review! God bless you and yours! Praying for you.
Ok so there is false advertising....I just got my kit in today and the ribbons are different from what is being shown above, they have a green wire that needs to be connected somewhere. And the link provided doesn't give us the kit you are using.😑😑😑...
The green wire is connected to the positive terminal of the battery slot. This is in the instructions on the link he provided.
@@dom_the3166 Not in the video though. It's pretty misleadng since the one in the video is not the one in the description...
@@HiddenGhul it's just a slightly different version, it does the exact same thing just with one extra wire, and it still doesn't require any soldering
That’s super cool, I hope one comes out for the GameBoy advance sp too
Awesome tutorial, i like how you compared it to other ips screens! You videos have a professional yet casual vibe to them! Btw, hope your day is well!
Thank you Poke dude! So glad you enjoy the videos! I hope you’re having a good day as well!
@@MachoNachoProductions thanks man!
That's some mad skillz dropping in that sticky gasket on the first try. ;)
Its him taking it out but played in reverse. 😏
@@prettybluefoxes lol yeah I know, just bein' a phunny guy =P
I really like this! I don’t mind soldering at all but I really don’t like the idea of cutting original shells, and using repro shells/lenses is just unappealing to me. No matter how much they can make them feel or look like the original... it just isn’t the original! And for a handheld system, holding and feeling the original system is a big part of the experience. Especially if you’re modding the one you actually grew up with
100% agree!
Absolutely watching this mod and waiting for it to come out. I have a white transparent shell with green transparent buttons and accents on my ags001, but the original screen.
The mod is already available. Link on the video description.
your intro is awesome... when I watch one video a week... if I watch two, three or four on the same day, jesus christ enough... I need to skip it.
but still, great editin skills and high value content here. cheers.
I just finished my ips drop in screen. I used a gba I got online for the motherboard (the screen was still good) and a new Pokemon Center replacement shell. The ribbon cable/ touch sensor didn't need to be cut thankfully. What sucks is it looks like I got a small smudge on the inside of the screen cover maybe I will open it up again to clean it but not tonight lol
Thanks for this video it was a big help 👍🏿
Nice vid..clear and easy to understand which is REALLY necessary for showing these mod tutorials. ...you really remind me of Colin over at This Does Not Compute. A++
Thank you! I’m a huge fan of Colin! He does absolutely amazing work!
This is really cool! Might have to get me one of these.
Compared to the FP, the screen is really blue shifted, I don't know if that is due to the screen quality, but that's a big deal breaker for me.
I think that's his weird colour grading, the FP also looked way too blue
This is super easy, I’m 12 and I was able to put it in alone as my first mod and the only bad thing that happened was that the screen was crooked
I should try this... I got a used GB Advance for 10 USD in the FB marketplace.
Nice! Makes modding it sting a lot less when the GBA is cheap lol. I spent 50 bucks on my main one before any mods, then got one free from a co worker lol
That's an amazing price for that kit. I've never owned a model 1 GBA. That might change now.