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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Teardown: The Thinnest Fold Yet, but at What Cost?
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner, lighter, and packed with a 200MP camera, but the EU gave it a C for repairability. After tearing it down, I’d call that generous. From impossible battery pulls to a broken inner display, here’s why repairing Samsung’s latest foldable is far from simple.

Apple Just Dropped AppleCare One, But Is It Worth It?
AppleCare One is Apple’s new insurance plan that covers multiple devices under one subscription, even older ones. Here’s what it covers, where it’s available, and whether it’s worth signing up.

Apple Finally Made Camera Replacements Doable… But There's a Catch
Apple finally made camera replacements affordable, but getting them to work properly is another story. From unsupported iOS betas to spinning around for 10 minutes during recalibration, here’s everything you need to know before swapping your iPhone camera.

Samsung Phases Out S Pen: Fold 7 and S27 Ultra Clues…
We tore down the Galaxy Fold 7 and there's no S Pen support on the inner display. Now rumors say the Galaxy S27 Ultra might drop it completely.

The Perfect Phone? This One Comes Close…
The Ulefone Armor 28 Ultra 5G might be the most stacked phone I’ve ever seen. Night vision, thermal imaging, a second screen, and a 10,600mAh battery that charges in 30 minutes? It’s basically a high-spec tank with a SIM card. Not for the faint of pocket or back.

MacBook Screen Repair Prices Are Out of Control
MacBook screen replacements are crazy expensive these days. In this guide, I show you how (and why) we turned a broken MacBook into a screenless, Mac mini-style setup, perfect if you want to skip the $600+ repair bill.

I Didn't Want to Do This… But You Asked for It – Transparent Samsung S25 Ultra Mod
Want a transparent iPhone without melting aluminum or voiding your warranty? This is the easiest clear iPhone mod you can do, quick glass swap, no mess.

iFixit Sent Us Their New Soldering Station – I Only Have One Problem With It
iFixit sent over their new $300 soldering station, and I only had one problem with it. Here’s what’s inside, what works great, and what might hold you back.

I Built a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Using Only AliExpress Parts… Here's What Happened
I tried building a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra using only parts from AliExpress and it actually powered on. But between the sketchy screen and missing features, was it worth it? Here's everything that went right (and wrong).

Can You Sell a Fake iPhone to an EcoATM? We Tried It (Sort Of)
Can a fake iPhone fool an EcoATM? We crossed the border to test a clone iPhone 15 Pro Max and a dummy phone and the results were shocking (and hilarious). Spoiler: one got us $70.

Why Your iPhone Calls Sound Robotic (And It’s Probably Not Your Phone)
Is your voice cutting out or sounding robotic on phone calls, but everything’s fine on FaceTime and Voice Memos? It might not be your mic, your carrier could be to blame. Here’s what to check before replacing any parts.

This Fake iPad Looks Real… Until You Power It On
It looks exactly like an iPad, until you turn it on. This fake Apple tablet is secretly running Android 11.

Samsung Unpacked 2025 Recap: Foldables, Flips, Watches, and AI Everywhere
Samsung’s July 2025 Unpacked event brought some of the most significant changes we’ve seen in years. From the dramatically thinner Galaxy Z Fold 7 to the first-ever Flip 7 FE and a bold redesign of the Galaxy Watch 8, here’s a full breakdown of everything announced including why AI and design changes are taking center stage this year.

Modding a Dyson Vacuum with a Bigger Battery: Power Upgrade in Action
Someone brought in their Dyson vacuum complaining of poor battery life. What happened next was one of the coolest mods we’ve done yet. Complete with a voltage upgrade and a new twist on power tools.

Fake iPhone 16 Pro Max Teardown – It Actually Has the Camera Button???
This fake iPhone 16 Pro Max cost just $135, but it looks way too real including a working camera control button, blacklight-scanned packaging, and dual SIM support. We tore it down to show what’s really going on inside and how to avoid getting fooled by these increasingly convincing clones.

I Tried Flipping Phones in 2025: Here’s What I Made
Flipping iPhones in 2025: Is it still profitable? I bought, repaired, and resold an iPhone 12, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max from Facebook Marketplace. Here’s how much I spent, how I fixed them, and what I sold them for plus tips to help you flip phones the smart way.

LCD vs OLED: The Risk of Cheap iPhone Screen Repairs on Marketplace
A lot of people try to save money with iPhone screen repairs on Facebook Marketplace but sometimes, it backfires. In this case, a guy got a low-quality LCD installed on his OLED iPhone, leading to poor durability, overheating, and washed-out visuals. If you're not asking the right questions, you might end up with a bad repair and worse problems. Here’s what to watch out for and how to avoid cheap parts that cut corners.

Latest Fake Apple Watch: It’s Better Than You Think
Fake Apple Watches are stepping up, and the HK10 Pro Max proves it. For just $30, you get a surprisingly solid build, smooth display, and decent features though the app experience is loaded with ads and questionable data accuracy. It looks the part, works “okay,” but don’t count on it for anything serious.

The Tiny Repair Tool You’ve Never Heard of: But Absolutely Need
The HK10 Pro Max might be the best fake Apple Watch yet. For just $30, it offers a sleek design, smooth display, and decent performance. But the downside? A frustrating app experience filled with ads and questionable tracking accuracy. If you're looking for a cheap Apple Watch alternative that looks the part, this one's worth checking out just don't rely on it for serious health data.

Can the USB Killer 4 Destroy a Samsung S24 Ultra or iPhone 15 Pro Max?
I modified an iPhone 16 Pro to give it a transparent back by using gallium to dissolve the aluminum. The final result looks amazing, but getting there was risky. Here's how I did it and what I learned.