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The Z Flip 7 Outer Display Confuses me…
The Z Flip 7’s AMOLED display threw me off during a repair. Here’s how I opened it, what I found inside, and why it’s one of the riskiest foldable screens I’ve worked on.
Pixel Buds 2a vs Fairbuds: The Hidden Feature You Didn’t Notice
The Pixel Buds 2a have a replaceable battery in the case, but the earbuds aren’t replaceable. The Fairbuds go further, both earbuds and case have removable batteries. Here’s what you need to know.
Modding a Steam Deck for the First Time: Hopefully I Don’t Break It
I modded a Steam Deck for the first time and it was shockingly easy. No fancy tools, just Phillips screws and a smooth “crunch” to lock in the new part.
The $12 Liquid That Makes Your Screen Repair Last Forever
Regular tape adhesives fail when dust or oil gets in the way. This $12 adhesive primer makes sure your phone screen stays stuck for good.
Inside the Fairphone 6: The Most Repairable (and Moddable) Smartphone Yet
The Fairphone 6 isn’t just built to last, it’s built to be repaired and customized. From modular parts to LEGO mods, here’s why this might be the most exciting smartphone of 2025.
Hacked: Unlocking a Samsung Tablet Without the Password
Someone came to me locked out of their Samsung tablet. Here’s how I factory reset it, dealt with FRP lock, and got the device unlocked again.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs OPPO Find N5 Teardown – Slimness vs Durability
Teardowns of the OPPO Find N5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 go head-to-head, who wins in slimness, repairability, and engineering excellence? Here’s the breakdown.
The AirTag Battery Mod That Lasts a Decade
AirTag batteries never seem to die when it’s convenient. Here’s the $70 solution that keeps mine running for a decade.
Fixing an iPhone 16 Pro Camera Without Replacement: Camera Cleaning Solution Test
My iPhone 16 Pro camera was so dirty it was unusable. I tried Camera Cleaning Solution with an ultrasonic cleaner to fix it, here’s what happened.
Fixing the Brightest, Most Dramatic Pixel Ever: Yes, It Needed a New Battery
From plastic backs to stubborn battery tabs, here’s the full Pixel battery replacement process, complete with official Google advice and my own repair bench notes.
Refurbished iPhone 12 Pro From Apple: Is It as Good as New???
Apple sells refurbished iPhones for less, but are they really like new? I cracked one open to find out and what I saw inside was surprising.
I Replaced Just the Glass on an iPhone 13 Pro Max: Not the Whole Screen….
I replaced only the broken glass on an iPhone 13 Pro Max instead of the whole screen. With the right tools, you can save money and keep the original OLED and I’ll show you exactly how I did it.
$4 Transparent Back Glass for the Galaxy S22 Ultra? Here’s What You Need to Know…
Skip the DIY chaos, this $4 AliExpress transparent back glass gives your Galaxy S22, S23, or S24 series a clean see-through look in minutes, but it comes with a few trade-offs.
Why Does Pouring Liquid Fix a Burned LCD Screen? Here’s What’s Actually Happening
A viral video showing liquid “fixing” a burned LCD screen confused a lot of people, so I broke it down step by step. Here’s why LCDs black out under heat and why cooling them instantly restores the image.
I Turned a $3 Dollar Store Wireless Charger Into MagSafe for Just $1
I bought a $3 wireless charger from the dollar store and upgraded it into a MagSafe charger with just $1 worth of magnets. Here’s the step-by-step breakdown.
Can the Flipper Zero Break Into a Password-Protected Phone? Here’s the Truth
Can the Flipper Zero really hack your phone’s password? I tested its Bad USB function and here’s what actually happens.
Why I Ditched the Magic Mouse 2 for This Older Model That’s Actually Better
The Magic Mouse 2 is sleek but frustrating. Here’s why I replaced it with the first-gen Magic Mouse from AliExpress and why it’s actually the better option.
The Easiest Way to Spot Fake AirPods (With Almost 100% Accuracy)
Tired of fake AirPods scams? Here’s the easiest and most accurate way to instantly tell if your AirPods case is fake, based on a simple test you can do yourself.
Apple Watches Have a Secret Port You Didn’t Know About…
Yes, Apple Watches have a secret port. I used it with an iBus tool and DFU mode to restore a locked Apple Watch stuck on “Too Many Passcode Attempts.” Here’s how it works.