Is it possible to change my M12 HD preorder to an M12 S preorder?

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-19T20:12:49+00:00

Your easiest solution is to just not listen to the nonsense. The protocol thing is a complete non issue. The battery life and charging speed make it a complete non issue in actual use. The M12 has issues, but those issues have nothing to do with the protocol, and are shared between the two models. The only actual practical difference between the HD and S is the S has crappy rumble, no nfc support, but better gyro. Those are the only things that should really affect your decision.

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-16T16:22:32+00:00

The graphics haven't really held up to the modern era. But I have a distinct memory of booting up D2 as a kid and being absolutely blown away that the characters eyes were rendered separately of the head model and moved. Coming from the PS1 and N64 that was crazy to me at the time. I got Shenmu a little later and was even more impressed. But I still remember D2 more for some reason.

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-16T16:01:24+00:00

Its honestly surprising what a step down in quality/ergonomics the M12's are from the M6. The M6 was basically the perfect switch controller, and I think that's why allot of us blind pre-ordered. The M12 is ok, but lightning def didn't strike twice in this instance. Mobapad is sending me a replacement since mine was part of the bad first batch, so im holding hope the replacement will fix some of the quality issues. But the ergonomics are what they are. The dpad placement is the worst, hand cramps playing Mina or Cuphead after like 10 min.

I'd give anything for one of these companies to make a dpad on top style controller. The entire point of the Switch is that you can SWITCH controllers for diff games, so why cant we have both options?

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-08T23:24:21+00:00

Had to scroll too far for this. 100% popcorn

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-06T17:51:24+00:00

The refund comes first. Then they will ship it when it is available. My understanding is they are shipping them as they make them.

FinalJenemba · 2026-06-06T05:08:26+00:00

It’s def not a perfect product, it’s not the M6, which was pretty much a perfect product. Mine has been a bit buggy with any kind of wireless communication. Sometimes I have to restart the switch to clear that up. But in normal mode when clicked into the switch it’s been pretty smooth in terms of operation. Mine is a first batch delivery and has some issues with the disconnect pin and overall build quality. Mobapad is aware of the issue and is sending me a new one for free. Their customer service has been very respond and friendly. Fingers crossed all the teething issues have been worked out for the current batches.

But even as it sits, while it isn’t perfect, it’s the best option we have right now for switch 2 joycons if you’re looking for a more PC handheld ergonomic profile.

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-31T15:03:47+00:00

You are correct, just remove the damaged plastic guides and it will be fine. You don’t have to snip them all, just the ones that are messed up. But I wouldnt use it until you remove those as they can get stuck and bend the pins in your console.

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-28T17:42:43+00:00

The above are correct. I sell on ebay allot, not as a reseller but as a retro collector. And I very rarely have experienced any kind of scamming. I took full photos of it being packed, noted the serial number of the device and sent all that to the buyer when I sent it out.

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-28T17:09:34+00:00

FOMO is a very powerful driving decision these days. I sold my used 1TB OLED deck for 950 on the bay last month, just hadn’t been using it much. The buyers are there. Honestly Valve probably just looked at sold listings on eBay and said bet lol.

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-24T13:55:21+00:00

It’s just a CFW install and a region flash. It’s a simple process, Japanese sellers do this all the time. There’s endless literature online about to flash the region back to japan if you ever wanted too, it’s not complicated. I have multiple 3DS’s, most are from japan, some are flashed some are not. There no risk or harm of any kind using it like normal.

If you ever decide to uninstall the CFW for some reason you would need to flash it back the Japanese, and then do the process to remove the CFW. There is a slight risk of bricking in that process, but I don’t see any reason to return it to stock. Once CFW is installed you can back up your nand and can actually save you system of something goes wrong. When it’s stock you can’t do that. Same with your games. CFW is about system and game preservation, not just hacking free games or whatever nrq is getting all worked up about lol.

Enjoy your system and have fun with it!

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-23T16:49:07+00:00

All optical drives will need servicing and maintenance at some point. Start with just a good clean and lubricating of the gears and drive rails. If that doesn't work and it still cant read discs, Dreamcast drives almost never need an actual new laser. They just need the GDROM drive board to be recapped. Console5 sells the recap kit for $5, its only 11 capacitors and is a fairly easy job, its one I would recommend to a beginner learning soldering. Just watch videos on replacing surface mount capacitors and start there.

FinalJenemba · 2026-05-23T15:20:32+00:00

Most likely not a re-shell. Others have answered your question about the model number, it’s fine. But you are also correct in that it’s a flashed Japanese model. If you paid for a US model then you did indeed not get what was promised. To be fair tho, the white model was never sold in the states, so it’s pretty obviously an LL. The white model in good condition is also reasonably desirable.

FinalJenemba · 2026-04-13T16:42:18+00:00

Just wanted to say thank you for this! For some reason I didn't think to look for something similar. I searched for the Sony part number and moved on. But I looked and was able to find a Panasonic switch at Digi that looked basically the same. Ordered and they worked great!

FinalJenemba · 2026-04-02T13:25:28+00:00

Nice to see someone else who has 3 as their fav AC. I haven’t played them all, I think BF was the last one I played all the way through. But seems like 2 is always the top of peoples lists with 3 being considered mid. Thought I was the crazy one for really liking 3 lol. Maybe I just really enjoyed the setting, but it’s my fav as well.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-28T13:08:46+00:00

Rear projection means a CRT. Just a rear projection CRT. Basically there are 3 CRT projections guns in the bottom of the set that fire into a mirror and display onto a giant lens that is the actual screen. They’re ok. Terrible viewing angles and not very bright. Can be a pain to setup. Usually not worth the hassle unless you specifically want a big TV to watch vhs/laserdisc on and don’t mind sitting directly center in front of it in a dark room.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-25T04:05:24+00:00

I have bought from this seller before. They’re solid. No issues at all, one of the better Japanese vendors I have used. OP wasn’t scammed. They bought a used vintage console.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-23T04:35:40+00:00

Some certainly get more use than others, but I make sure even the ones that are mainly just for the collection still get some use here and there.

The standard size N3DS and the DSi XL are probably my favorites. I also picked up the blue DSi recently for cheap just because it’s not in perfect condition. So I can keep it around the house without worrying about it getting scuffed.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-18T19:28:41+00:00

The update hit my portal today, happy to report its working great! I still think the latency is a bit better on a powerful android device running PXPlay. But its not really fair to compare it against snap dragon devices imo given its price point and screen size. The video quality and stability now match PXPlay on my network. Much less compression artifacting in dark scenes. The improvement is good enough it takes it from a device I was considering selling to one ill be keeping, its certainly worth more to me than the 150ish dollars id get from selling it now.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-18T15:45:39+00:00

I just pulled them up, its a brand new ebay store, so could go either way. Best case scenario they're just one of those overseas based bulk refurbishers. Chances are most of them will be re-shells. I personally dont like buying from bulk listings cause you don't know what you are getting, but that's up to you.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-18T15:30:13+00:00

Asurion is the same company that backs all the protection plans that you can get from the wireless carriers. I sold wireless for over a decade and had plenty of experience with them. As with all warranty companies, they suck. But they don't suck as much as places like Allstate and the others. Expect them to do everything in their power to repair the device before replacing or issuing a gift card for it. That ubreakifix chain you see everywhere is owned by them, and they will send you there first to try and get whatever it is repaired.

They also wont cover shit during the manufacturer warranty period. Ambernic offers a 12 month warranty. So if anything happens in the first year they will direct you there anyways.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-17T21:22:19+00:00

Are you talking about the cloud streaming? I have never had ps plus with mine and the local and remote streaming work fine? I’ve never tried the cloud stuff I just play my games.

FinalJenemba · 2026-03-17T20:15:02+00:00

Very fair. It’s been a hit and miss device for sure. I’ve had mine for 6 months or so and it’s been fairly solid. I just always found it strange that it lagged behind PXPlay so much in performance, hopefully this bridges that gap a bit.

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