The ultimate challenge for experienced repair techs

Think you can build your own iPhone?

This took me months, four or five builds, and a few moments where I nearly gave up. Now it’s your turn. Build an iPhone 14 Pro in a 3D-printed housing, then put it on your shop counter or office desk and say, “I built that.”

Files and instructions only. You supply the donor phone, printing, hardware and tools.

For experienced phone repairers with access to 3D printing. This is a difficult, full component transfer.

Rear view of my completed V4 iPhone 14 Pro build, showing the printed housing texture and camera surround.THE FINISHED BUILD
My completed V4 build. Digital files and instructions only; phone and parts are not included.

Choose how you want to build.

Start with the V4 files and brief guide for US$32. For US$5 more, follow my instructional build video and detailed illustrated guide, and get help with build questions. Premium is US$37 for one package; you do not need to buy Basic too.

Recommended for following the build

Build video + detailed guide + V4 files

US$37 one package

  • Everything in the US$32 package
  • Video access included: instructional build video
  • Detailed illustrated assembly guide
  • Real close-ups, parts and fit checks
  • Best-effort build-question support
Get Premium · US$37

V4 files + brief instructions

For experienced builders who prefer the files and brief guide.

US$32

  • V4 housing and separate camera surround STL files
  • Essential print, assembly and safety instructions
  • Brief hardware guidance and fit checks
Choose files + basics · US$32

One-time digital download. No physical items or subscription. Prices are in US dollars; applicable tax is shown before payment. All written guides and on-screen video instructions are in English. Translations are not included.

PREMIUM · VIDEO ACCESS INCLUDED

Inside the build video

Follow the build with close-ups and on-screen instructions. Here’s a six-second look at the camera-side fit check.

Build video step 13: recheck the camera side, each glass in its own seat and openings clear.

Recheck the camera side: each glass in its own seat, with openings clear.

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The finished V4 build

A closer look.

The printed texture, camera surround and side controls. Digital kit only; phone and parts are not included.

The printed camera surround and housing texture on my V4 build
Camera surround & texture
The side profile and controls on my V4 printed housing
Side controls

iPhone 14 Pro V4

Package selection · Optional upgrade

You chose Files + basic instructions · US$32

Want to see more of the build?

For US$5 more, Premium adds video access, my detailed illustrated guide and best-effort build-question support. It is US$37.

All essential assembly instructions are already included in Basic.

Choose one package. Premium includes Basic; you do not need both.

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iPhone 14 Pro V4

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Premium · US$37

The guide and the build, alongside you.

V4 print files, brief instructions and my detailed illustrated guide, with real assembly close-ups and fit checks. Includes best-effort build-question support.

Questions about your build? Email support@phonerepairguru.com and we’ll do our best to help.

Your package

US$37 for one digital package. No subscription or physical items.

Continue with Premium · US$37

One digital package. No subscription or physical items.

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iPhone 14 Pro V4

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Basic selected

Basic · US$32

Your files and essential instructions.

V4 print files and all essential assembly instructions.

Your package

One-time purchase. Digital files only. No subscription or physical items.

Continue with Basic · US$32

One package. No subscription or physical items.

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The packages

Choose your V4 package.

Basic includes the V4 print files and brief instructions. Premium adds video access, my detailed illustrated guide and best-effort build-question support.

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Before you clear the workbench

Bring your skills. And your patience.

This is a full housing swap, with disassembly and component transfer. If tiny parts and careful fit checks are your thing, you’re in the right place. iPhone 14 Pro only. Pro Max is untested and needs CAD changes. Other iPhone models and regional variants have not been verified.

Read the instructions before starting. Keep parts organized, use the correct hardware for each location and check the fit as you go. Follow the battery, glass and electrical safety guidance. Keep power isolated during component transfer.

This is an experimental project. Long-term durability and thermal performance are unknown. Watch for unusual heat or malfunction. Stop use and disconnect external power when safe if either occurs.

Before you choose.

What does the extra US$5 include?

Premium is US$37. Premium includes everything in Basic, my instructional build video, the detailed illustrated guide and best-effort build-question support.

Can I ask a question about my build?

Premium includes best-effort build-question support. Questions about your build? Email support@phonerepairguru.com and we’ll do our best to help. This benefit is included with Premium only.

What language are the instructions in?

All written guides and on-screen video instructions are in English. Translations are not included.

Can I get a refund?

Digital purchases are non-refundable for a change of mind. This does not limit any rights or remedies required by applicable law. If you cannot access your files or your download is not as described, email support@phonerepairguru.com with your order number.

Do I receive a phone or printed housing?

No. These are digital files and instructions for iPhone 14 Pro only. You supply the donor phone, printing, hardware and tools. Pro Max is untested and needs CAD changes.

Still thinking, “I’d try that”?

Make room on the workbench.

Build something you can display in your repair shop or office. A finished V4 is a conversation starter that shows the care and skill you put into the work.

Get Premium · US$37Files + basic instructions · US$32

Digital files and instructions only. No physical product included. Bring your own donor phone, printing access, hardware and tools.

Housing CAD design: @patocube3d.

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