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Backlit TFT LCD for Game Boy Pocket

Backlit TFT LCD for Game Boy Pocket

by Hispeedido
$52.99 - $52.99
$52.99
$52.99 - $52.99
$52.99

 

Backlight your Game Boy Pocket with this trim-free LCD solution. It's never been easier to enjoy your favorite DMG games on a beautiful backlit screen.

Features

  • Completely trim-free solution
  • Requires only two wires to be soldered
  • Bright, backlit LCD
  • 5-level brightness adjustment with touch-control
  • Effective power management for battery longevity
  • Preserves the MGB's aspect ratio

    Included

    • 1 x Game Boy Pocket backlit LCD
    • 1 x PCB
    • 1 x laser cut bracket 

     

    Documentation

    • Please check out our tutorial for instructions on how to install this backlight

    Warning

    • This TFT screen is smaller than the original display
    • We strongly recommend testing the display before installing it in your console. Please follow our Display Testing Guide to confirm the kit is working before the adhesive is secured, the display protection sheet removed, or any non-critical soldering to the ribbon or driver PCB. We are unable to accept returns or replacements on kits that have been installed in a console. Individual replacement parts may be available in the "Included" section above.
    • The ribbon is very fragile, be sure to handle it carefully to avoid damage.
    • Too much pressure can permanently damage the display, do not force the shell closed around the LCD. Ensure the shell is properly trimmed for the display before attempting to install it.

    • 5 stars: 9 (82%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 3 stars: 1 (9%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 1 (9%)
    C
    Charles Polk
    Good

    It was quick

    J
    Jessica

    Game Boy Pocket Backlit TFT LCD

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    Matthew Montano
    Great Screen

    The screen looks amazing, but has a few issues: The screen does not cover the entire area that the original screen does and button to change the brightness does not work for me at least.

    Hi Matthew,

    Thank you for this honest review. The TFT screen is indeed smaller than the original. As for the brightness sensor, you should be able to use it. If you want to send us an email at support@retromodding.com, we will be glad to look into this issue with you.

    The RM Team

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    raymond keck
    Very easy to install

    I destroyed two gameboy pocket screens attempting to remove the stupid foil film on the backs so I could backlight them. I finally said forget it and bought one of these instead. Absolutely NO regrets. Obviously this ended up being a more expensive solution to getting a backlight installed, but so worth it. It was so easy to do and took me like 10 minutes to install. The new screen is bright, clear, and beautiful. This really transformed my gameboy into something special. Thank you retromodding!

    D
    Dalan
    Pocket Screen

    The TFT LCD is great. I had a few issues, but I just had to make sure all the ribbon cables where in properly.
    The color options are really nice to have too, I just with there was a blue color scheme instead of two different red ones, but it's still a recommended product for anyone with and old GB pocket that needs a new screen.

    J
    Joseph Quinones
    Excellent option without having to modify the body

    This is a great LCD screen. It’s pretty straight forward and does not require any modification to the frame or body. There are some soldering that needs to be done, but even then, it works like a charm. Turns your Gameboy pocket into a gameboy light pocket. I highly recommend this product if you are wanting to just play gameboy games with light and vibrant color.

    A
    Abdul Hafiz Saharudin

    Game Boy Pocket Backlit TFT LCD

    A
    Adam Boyd
    Simple and easy

    I tried to add an LED to my original screen, and it didn't go well. I ruined it, to be frank. The next step had to be something more straightforward, and this was that solution.

    The precut bracket fit right into place and the screen sits neatly into it with a border around the edge to help it fill the aperture, since the screen isn't quite as big as the original. Soldering the single wire was no issue, and the touch pad sits at the top of the handheld, neatly out of the way. The product page didn't seem to mention the multiple palettes you can access by holding the touch sensor instead of just tapping it like you're changing the brightness, but there are 5 different settings: grayscale, green, red, yellow, and a faded one that looks more like the original screen but has less contrast than the others.

    This was a great upgrade for the Game Boy Pocket I got back in the late 90s along with the new case I installed, the whole thing feels like it's grown up with me now.

    J
    Joshua Parker
    Easy to Install

    Super quick and easy to install. The only criticism I have is the puctures in the guide are not for the current verson of the mod (they do have the difference in the text of the instruction).

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    Roger Moore
    Great screen!

    It's a great screen, does the job, nicely lit, and was quite easy to install! My only couple complaints is that the screen is smaller than the original screen but that's not a big issue, and my second complaint is more of a request and that's to have a way to wire the brightness control to the contrast potentiometer (If there is already a way to do this I have not found it but please let me know.)

    <p>That's great to hear Roger, thanks for the feedback!</p>

    <p>The screen is indeed a bit smaller. Sorry for the inconvenience.</p>

    <p>For the controller, it's not possible as far as we know!</p>

    The RM Team

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    RJS
    STILL NOT DELIVERED

    How can I review it when it was never delivered????

    Hey there!

    We are sorry to hear you did not receive it yet, shipping times are longer in this time of the year.

    From what I can see, it was delivered to your mailbox this afternoon! Have fun modding your next project!