I have a passion for 8 and 16 bit devices that goes beyond nostalgia. I can understand what is happening at the hardware level and can fix almost every issue that emerges. As a hobby, I repair and improve old video game systems and computers.
Over the last decade, new Game Boy enhancements have rapidly emerged. Wearing my product manager hat, it is a great thrill to implement dream features in older tech. Also, this hobby has become a lucrative side hustle (especially during my time away from work). I wanted to share some of these projects here.
The original Pocket and DMG screens blur like crazy during movement. The original DMG screen, the same old screen with the reflective polarizer replaced and a LED backlight panel + hex inverter chip added, and lastly a larger modern LCD.
Evolution of GBC screen mods. Old LCD replaced with new LCD manufactured for a blackberry. A 3d printed bracket holds it in place. These modern LCD screens use adaptors made by various Chinese manufacturers. Milling an aluminum case to fit the latest screen tech. Milled case with 3d printed plastic part to implement power switch. These metal shells are created by an American company called Boxy Pixel So much better!
Dim original GBA screen compared to the latest IPS screen mod. Newer AGS-101 screen in an
aluminum shellInternal battery mod with USB charging. 3d printed part holds in place. Evolution of Game Boy Advance screen mods. Polished aluminum GBA shell with backlit screen
