I Bought the FIRST BROKEN OLED Switch on eBay - Let's FIX It!

[@Tronicsfix]

Check out my video where I try to fix a broken Animal Crossing special edition Switch (It was in such nice condition!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZvWm4R4rtGeebc

[@MacksmusPrime]

im curious why they didnt use the warrenty

[@ErickBuildsStuff]

Do you want a challenge?? Buy 2 Logitech G513 carbon keyboards with partly defective LEDs. Try to desolder 0402 RGB LED and fix them. It's been 3 weeks, 3 of us are trying to fix but it's super hard to solder 1mmx1mm 4pin LEDs. Even with a top quality rework station, it's super hard.

[@Nogarda_]

Such a tiny and simple problem. But only if you were to spot it. So grateful we as a viewer could really zoom in and just see it outright. Also as a side note I feel like you have given everyone who watches your videos an honorary degree in fixing Nintendo Switches with the amount you've showcased too. I was so able to see the internal differences before you even compared them.

[@Tronicsfix]

Love hearing comments like this! Glad you're learning while watching.

[@mohammednadeempoochengalku1224]

Seriously man, you gave me the confidence to fix my Ps Vita. I had an un-identifieble issue with it. Searched everywhere and never found a problem like mine. Just opened it up as you do and cleaned it and now it works perfect. ❤🙌🏻❤.

[@ChronoPinoyX]

That was definitely not what I expected to cause the issue. I can defo see how that metal may have caused issues with connection but that is such a small thing to spot. Good thing you caught it!

[@Tronicsfix]

Not what I expected either. Strange one for sure.

[@kajt7344]

@@Tronicsfix This is a good pointer to keep in mind if the connector not working, clean then test if that didnt work then proceed to check connectors amazing

[@downesg]

The Switch was redesigned to lower its EMI emissions profile and a few more additions for the new OLED display. You have noticed some improvements like the new metal can over the USB-C connector and re-designed back cover plate. The processor has a smaller power profile so the cooling solution was reduced a small bit but the heat pipe design is still the best solution for that footprint. Notice the addition of extra shielding on the joycon FFCs and the inductors are still shielded core types - the design team must have really needed a lower profile to pass regulatory testing. Very common with consumer electronics. From experience dealing with FFC vendors, taking a guess those small metal pieces you saw might be from the tiny shield on your joycon cable. The profile of the shield suggests it was die punched and over time that punch wears out and you get tearing and imperfections that can cause issues with debris/fod left over. It seems to align with the theory because the bits are on the side facing the opening of the connector which is where the shield ends. A very good observation in the end.

[@mperry0913]

This was an awesome video. When you did the close up on the locking mechanism, I saw the metal 'strips' and thought maybe it was shorting the connections. Went to college for component level stuff like that and love it when you use the microscope in your videos to look at the component level issues.

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like those shots. I like filming that type of stuff. It keeps it interesting to me as well. That's so cool that you went to school for this stuff!

[@aiRbckwrds]

It's amazing to know that something so small could possibly be the reason for issue. I'm learning quite a bit watching your videos.

[@luke2415]

wow, I love the processes you go through on these videos to find problems. it's so thorough. how much did the "broken" switch cost?

[@LagrangePoint0]

'bout tree fiddy

[@DarknessInferno15]

One thing I learned today is how much easier this looks compared to how easy it is to do. I have increadibly shaky hands and it seems soldering is out of the realm of possibility for me. Tried my best but I couldn't even manage it on a test surface.

[@sixtysixty6]

I absolutely love your videos. You have so much energy when you present your cases, and I think you're the only person who's been able to use the "Auto Assembly Feature" so far. Your skills astound me! Please, keep up the amazing work!

[@OneSmallStepWeb]

That auto assembly feature is simply amazing. Go Nintendo!

[@Liid_d]

That was an underwhelming problem but a really good look at the inside. Thank you for the vid!

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, agreed. But I'm glad it was fixable.

[@Mat0s0]

Sick! The first OLED switch fix Yet again, proving that a little clean up goes a long way.

[@Tronicsfix]

Indeed!

[@ohmegroin]

It's the next best thing to 'turn it off and then back on again'

[@JoeyDoesTech]

That flap is SUCH a huge improvement. Nice little fix, IPA is my best friend 😎👍

[@Tronicsfix]

Yes, agreed! The kickstands suck, lol.

[@sO_RoNerY]

Still not worth the purchase if you don't have a switch. The CPU and GPU are the same. If I had a choice between the OLED or the original, and I had $400, I'd go with the original. The few inches added to the screen, the storage, the ethernet added would be not worth it. If you owned a WiiU, you'd have to buy a ethernet adapter. Plus if I didn't have one, buying one isn't that expensive and I would have saved myself money.

[@seeibe]

@@sO_RoNerY The OLED screen is absolutely worth the extra $80 to me. I have it for a few weeks now and I still am impressed every time I hit a BotW loading screen and see the true blacks and awesome contrast.

[@mjc0961]

@@sO_RoNerY That depends entirely on if you plan to play handheld or not. Docked only = get the original Switch. Any amount of handheld play = get the OLED Switch.

[@robertbutler9465]

Thanks for the new post 👍 I've had my OLED for over a month now and loving it. Bought it to replace my 1st gen switch and loving the improved battery life and the brighter, crisper bigger screen. Always look forward to your new vids on Friday mornings. Starts my day out right 😀

[@Tronicsfix]

I've barely used mine but it's pretty cool

[@StezStixFix]

Awesome to see the insides of one of these. Looks like they've made some decent improvements! Great video as always Steve! 👍

[@virgildeklerk]

Very nice fix and video again Steve. Really enjoyed how you compared the old and new switch so we can all see the differences.

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you liked that part.

[@nicolemarie3258]

I find myself watching your videos a lot lately. Everything "electronics" seems to be so meticulous. Great job!👍 Also, I enjoyed watching the live stream with you and your wife! She appears very sweet, and supportive.😉 Blessings to your family 👪

[@carlostrevino8248]

first of all, cleaning the equipment, it is incredible that a simple burr of welding caused the dispection. thanks for the class, greetings...

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks for watching!

[@kodifree5907]

I got my OLED around Christmas time and I've been in love ever since..

[@RaggedsEdge]

I’d like to thank you for pointing out the differences on the components and locations etc.. When I was younger, I wanted to be on the team that designs the electronics. So I’ve always been fascinated with how they update and streamline components.

[@bennoboy97]

Very interesting to see someone finally take a look at the oled motherboard in detail and compare it to the old one! Thanks for that :)

[@WickedGamerCollector]

Yup another great fix video 👌 Congratz with your 1 mil subscribers by the way ! 👍

[@jfncho]

weird they didnt send it in for warranty. seems like an issue that would be covered.

[@indan_ger6188]

maybe stolen goods

[@samuraivader3814]

Fell off the back of a truck

[@AdamIsUrqed]

Purchased from scalper or was a gift. Regardless, no purchase proof for warranty repair. It's why so many Series X and PS 5 consoles have been found broken on Ebay with a lot of them easy fixes.

[@zenofben]

Love your incredible attention to detail!

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks!

[@gooseman247]

Good fix - and again a sign of your thoroughness. Someone else might have got it working, put it together and moved on. But you kept digging and almost certainly stopped the fault reoccurring.

[@LucasLima-in6hn]

Man I'm definetly addicted to your channel! I'm about to start fixing my stuff myself because of you. One question: Is that even possible to build up an entire switch only using parts from ebay or aliexpress?

[@crazzluz1702]

It is, but not worth it. Broken Switches are still expensive and you would have to get ones that you know exactly what issues are (ex one has a bad USBC port and one has a bad game card slot) so that you know you can combine the parts into a working Switch. Better to just buy one unless you're trying to assemble for fun.

[@LucasLima-in6hn]

@@crazzluz1702 I was thinking about assemble just for fun.. but you are right, it is quite expensive to do so.. I was searching some parts on eBay and the price is high when you put everything together. Thanks for answering!

[@Tronicsfix]

I mean, sure you could but it would be very expensive. I might make a video doing that sometime just for fun but it wouldn't save anyone any money.

[@Nrt2Pnt0]

@@LucasLima-in6hn All Nintendo products are made out of Nintendium, which holds a lot of it's value over time.

[@MartinT]

Nice video Steve! I think you are right those fibres looked to have bridged two of the pins in that connector

[@Anakin_Skyguy66]

I always love watching you repair stuff, It is a sort of entertainment for me😂

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoy.

[@r3tr0gam3r89]

I am super surprised so.eone could already have a broken OLED and not just go for the warranty to get it fixed/replaced! Also, must add, I'm new to this channel and love the videos. It's super awesome how you speak to explain what each potential problem could be and how you will go about attempting to fix it. Really helps as I'm sure many others, like me, would not have a clue what some of these problems are.

[@christiandemitri3117]

love how he can save almost anything its ppl like him that can make a big difference

[@lastoeck]

I'm enjoying the fun you're having lately when editing, but I can't help wondering how many people will think they can just toss parts back in and they will automatically fall into place. It would be nice! 🤣🤣

[@Tronicsfix]

I really hope that came through as a joke. I probably should put a disclaimer at the bottom when I do that though. After all this is the internet!

[@pedromimoso8804]

Very well done! You're an electronic detective! Bravo!

[@Superzesh101]

I really enjoy how diligent you are with your repairs!

[@heavyarms55]

Awesome! I was honestly really looking forward to seeing you work on these! I was surprised it took so long.

[@AlexNH56]

I’m a construction guy myself but I love watching these videos learning about the different game consoles I collect for

[@chasefournier]

Wow! I thought forsure you had a broken solder joint on the connector! Great find Steve! Quick and easy fix :)

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks 👍

[@gandalfdergraue8444]

That piece of metal may have bridged some pins, so a particular signal from the joycon didn't reach the cpu or the other way around, depending on how the console detects peripherals..

[@m4heshd]

I never get sick of these videos. Such a great form of entertainment.

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoy watching these.

[@m4heshd]

@@Tronicsfix Absolutely. Never missed a single one of your videos so far. Keep doing what you're doing Steve. 👏🏼

[@FaddyMatty]

Great video as always and an interesting repair. Was this just a one off issue or will others have similar problems?

[@Tronicsfix]

No way to know but I'm guessing just a one off. It'll be interesting to see if it's more widespread though

[@robinpeach-toon2595]

Beautifully filmed and edited, a joy to watch, the rescreweldits were neat but the old style sit, watch and work through it adbsorbed me more. What you do is time consuming, when I recreat what you do at home, it consumes time. That's the beauful realism of your channel. You'll get the balance, you always do. Thank you for your educational and humorous tech vids.

[@notesysnook]

This is why you make sure your works space is also super clean when assembling electronics. Come on Nintendo, clean up those work stations/assembly lines. If it wasn't that, wonder where those little metal shavings would have come from.

[@kuushix]

Man actually just casually dashed the mother board... Solid 🤣🤣🔥🔥

[@Poweri91]

I was like how he was checking that connector up close and I was like he didn't spot that piece of metal? But he did! good stuff as always

[@EB-xp2mz]

OMG! I was looking forward to the first video on the OLED. I will finally enjoy this show!

[@Tronicsfix]

It took me a while to find one but finally got one.

[@gorflack]

That auto assembly feature is worth the purchase alone!! Great video!

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, agreed!

[@Adrian_Finn]

Looks like it's maybe some metal swarf from the CPU shielding or something similar , most likely happened during manufacture. I would be tempted to completely strip everything down and check for more.

[@ellensburgamplifier]

Good find Steve! Amazing how a single small strand of metal or copper can sadden someone's day. I see it all the time inside amplifiers.

[@thomascobb5514]

So happy to see you got your hands on one of these 😃

[@ThatTradingDon]

i have literally 0 intention to fix any of this stuff but i love just watching the videos

[@atiliolavoie5986]

I’ve been waiting for you to do an OLED switch! I just got one recently so I’m learning alongside you. Fingers crossed I don’t have to take it apart and fix it though!

[@kikihobbyrepair]

Nice fix Steve! You just saved the first one. Strange conductive particles...

[@kenfreeman8888]

For a half second you had me there. "It auto assembles? Ohhhhh, I get it." I might have film around here of eggs auto-assembling in the pan. :-)

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, that's a great idea!

[@EllieLincoln]

When you're zoomed in around that connector at 10:41, I'm looking closely at the screw standoff/mb hole and shielding in the bottom right corner, it seems to have what looks like loose metal shards. I wonder if screws are actually stripping metal off leaving it loose within the case.

[@EllieLincoln]

I stand corrected taking another look, it's not a MB screw hole, but I'm still not sure what it is. It's shedding metal though, that's for sure.

[@UltimateTechHub]

I'm always worried about buying game consoles on eBay. Good job.

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, that's justified!

[@haleman1704]

Yeah this definitely looks like it happened in manufacturing. I wonder why the previous owner didn't send it to Nintendo to take care of it.

[@devilmikey00]

That question comes up a lot on this channel. My guess is for a lot of folks broken = garbage and they don't even consider warranty. That or they figure selling it for whatever they can get and just buying a new one is quicker and easier than a warranty? I dunno, I don't live in the states so maybe getting warranty service is like pulling teeth or something there.

[@zerox2000]

@@devilmikey00 Getting warranty in the U.S. in general in zero problem. It more depends on the company. I've done warranty with Nintendo with a console before and selling something on eBay is honestly more work than going to warranty route. I just don't get why someone wouldn't have contacted Nintendo over this. Only thought I have is that the system was originally stolen, and seller didn't want to take a chance going the Nintendo route and getting caught.

[@James_D.]

This auto assembly feature is really handy! 😆

[@christopherkidwell9817]

You would be surprised how common the 'small metal shavings in device' is with problems with various electronics today.

[@dontakeshit]

Could have come from the factory like that?

[@V3RGL]

Great videos.. inspired me to buy cheap wii u.. gamepad was not working / charging. Power cable was frayed so I replaced for $14 … works perfect now.. also had parental lock which I removed watching youtube video. Then added vinyl to complete the newish look. And cover minor scratches

[@LoftechUK]

That auto fit is amazing

[@rylansparks3782]

Man I love the new auto assemble mode

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha...HUGE timesaver

[@liberalminded1]

Can see your editing skills improving with each posted video!

[@gamerX-wk7ct]

I liked that auto reassembly be nice if every manufacturer would use that

[@captiancaveman8040]

Hey Steve, great vid yet again bit where was the Perfect Amount of Thermal Paste? Also, how much for the Auto Assembly please as I really want one of those. Cheers.

[@JensilDsouza]

Hey Steve..! Thanks for Tronics Friday! 🙂

[@Tronicsfix]

Thank you for watching!

[@itzwiz4867]

I can't believe that tiny wire was Grounding off. 😅. Great Job as usual 😊

[@AV-sq6ts]

Use your vids as background play while I’m eating, super entertaining!

[@sparkythebuilder]

Nice catch finding that tiny metal shaving!

[@pigi96]

Man, I really love your work!!! Cheers from Czech republic. ✌🏻

[@NubbyGamerYT]

That auto assemble feature is amazing. I am gonna try that One!

[@TheSkaldenmettrunk]

That's very weird.. hope there aren't more out there with that problem.. well.. we will find out. The auto-assemble feature is really cool!🤣

[@Tronicsfix]

Hopefully this is an isolated case. Ya, that feature made it so much easier, lol!

[@AlexandeRSciswoR]

I am always so surprised as to how fast people break their consoles. I still have my PS2 in excellent condition after 16+ years or so. The good thing about that is that we can always count on Tronics to fix them all! (or at least try his damn best) You are so awesome dude.

[@JohnGatsbyThe3rd]

Nintendo switches break so easily

[@Vakira_]

same here, I got my fat and slim PS2 consoles in a like new condition even though I used them heavily.

[@DanaTheInsane]

I still have my PlayStation One and folding screen I bought new!

[@DanaTheInsane]

@@JohnGatsbyThe3rd Never broke one and I have had four.

[@Vakira_]

@@DanaTheInsane why four though

[@DeepThought420]

It's cool to see the differences! Thank you for the awesome videos and keeping game systems out of the dumps!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@sierrahulualphahulu3126]

Why did I smile as soon as the right joy con worked 🤣

[@screbulous]

nice video! surprised but not surprised to see that someone broke an OLED switch already. the teardown is pretty cool too

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoyed it. From the look of it I don't think it was caused by the user. No way to know for sure though

[@rogernichols8150]

That was great so enjoy your videos please keep them coming and here to help get your videos out to everyone

[@kisekisifr4478]

I had a similar issue with my Switch OLED where the right joycon connection wasn't properly connecting to the console. But it was because the joycon rail had a loose hold on the joycon and would constantly disconnect and reconnect when moved a certain way. All I ended up having to do to fix it was take apart the console enough to separate the metal rail from the connector pins and "flatten" the rail/push up the tabs by the screw holes. Basically bending parts of the metal rail so that it would hold the joycon tighter.

[@sWeaTyyyPlayzzTM]

Congratulations For 1 Million Subscribers

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey thanks!

I can't believe you put it back together without showing us the perfect amount of thermal paste!

[@justin81981]

Heck yeah man!! Great work as always.

[@LF5xu]

Can't wait to see some interesting stuffs in that console

[@Tronicsfix]

Some good changes

[@Jacobythegamer]

Yes have been waiting for this

[@GotMelody]

Great video as always, been looking forward to this one!

[@olvindark]

Have you ever fix a Nintendo switch charger? I have one faulty but I don´t know why

[@heberdua]

Seems Nintendo is having quality control problems. Great job and great video!

[@mannysfishingadventures5405]

I fixit tools work great ordered the small kit and the craftsmanship is superb order with full confidence buying the bigger kit now

[@robswanson1040]

Deffo not the correct amount of thermal paste.... Interesting to see the old and the new side by side, good work!

[@aroundtheblockwithbrock4799]

Heck ya loved the video I always look forward to Friday to see another awesome video 😃

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad to hear it!

[@mtshark7]

Well done Steve!

[@brooklyn5754]

Love the auto assemble lol great vid my friend

[@ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow]

one little piece of metal spoil everything. Nice fix 👌

[@turbokiller]

Your videos are pure magic

[@jakem137yago6]

I have an OLED Switch in white, with the nice white joy-cons, however the sticks click pretty noticeably when I’m moving them around, but they don’t drift. The left does it all the time, the right is a bit better. 😔

[@TheGlitchyMario]

11:30 10/10 funny! Good job with the repair. Amazing how just a little metal strand could cause that issue. Makes me want to triple check that nothings shorting when I repair something.

[@zyxnull]

I wonder if easy fixes like these come in hand with the number of people that follows you, because I only get the nasty, difficult and impossible ones, of course my bad luck is a constant Excellent video, thank you very much

[@zyxnull]

@@restorebrokenphone9013 Hi!, everything is good, how about you?

[@jangoosen5407]

Steve. The auto assembly mode still needs work - it lacks ‘perfect amount of thermal paste’ mode 😃

[@safn1949]

That is on Nintendo for really poor QC control, excellent fix video,well done.

[@azfarahsan]

aww no perfect amount of thermal paste :P great video btw, love your vids

[@Tronicsfix]

Sorry to let you down

[@azfarahsan]

@@Tronicsfix no worries, love your videos

[@SoulFU2]

Love the vids man, keep em coming! Have you ever tried to fix a broken gaming PC? (Desktop)

[@Burgercat]

Great video! I have a concern with the OLED screen though. When the digitizer breaks, it'll be a pain in the butt to separate the two because of OLEDs being very fragile.

[@epoggg3672]

Ifixit's teardown shows the oled panel and the digitizer are fused together on this model.