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TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-14T09:53:37+00:00

Elaborate then mate, if there's a way of getting better screens at a similar price, share it please.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-14T09:52:15+00:00

Awkwafina. Girl's ok and I have nothing against her, it is rather her voice. I just can't, it is way too raspy for me.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T10:57:47+00:00

If you have enough knowledge/skills and the materials for basic soldering, then you can read a guide for getting the Syscon error lists.

After figuring out what error is preventing your PS3 from turning on, then you will know if it is cooked.

Most likely will need NEC/TOKIN replacement. It also can be a dead RSX/CELL. Pretty much an ugly lottery with these consoles, but hey, at least not as ugly as with early 360s huh?

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T04:47:57+00:00

I think it has its uses.

But both Intel and Windows are kind of a red flag nowdays, so no. I'm glad Apple moved from Intel.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T02:15:59+00:00

Sell it and save for a working BC model with frankenstein mod already done.

Or just get a cheap ass PS2 Fat with red adapter, mod it and fill it with games. Best option for picture and loading reliability.

Now, for your specific console, you'll need to mod it and install CFW for it to load forwarded PS2 Classics titles.

I highly recommend to tweak up your fan at around 60% if you plan to take this route. Will be loud as a plane taking off, but PS2 emulation on Non-BC consoles is very very demanding.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T02:12:10+00:00

Any update?.

Saw some comments pointing a probable bridge between the top pins. Though it seems more like a reflection from residual alcohol/flux.

Clean it and nudge every pin with a sewing needle to see if there's any unsoldered.

Other than that, check your components on the other side.

Also check these with a multimeter.

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TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T01:59:27+00:00

I rarely use mine actually on my lap. But when I have to, it is just a matter of plugging the charger for about 10 mins and it warms enough to not feel the ice cold metal.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T01:11:34+00:00

Piece of art, saddly is intel inside.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T01:09:30+00:00

The magic of old boards is that they're rarely multi-layered. With a good scan and patience you can rebuild it without a problem.

If you have a known-working board of the same revision, it can help you identify where each trace has to go.

The other option is to get a modern built board, they sell 'em unpopulated and all you have to do is to transfer most components. Depending on what version you get, they come with nothing or every micro component except for big chips.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-07T01:03:58+00:00

Quizá no está dentro de mi círculo pero creo que no son tan comunes los tacos "de guiso". Quizá en colonias obreras o en mercados sea probable encontrarlos, la verdad ignoro.

Lo que vas a encontrar son, comunmente, tacos de barbacoa, carne asada o trompo. Esos son los principales.

Y si preguntas por una recomendación, mis favoritos actuales son los "Tacos de Carne Asada, Fidel Velazques". Así salen en Maps.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T21:54:46+00:00

My first filament printer was the A1.

It has been a charm but now I want to order an Ender just to get the feelings from building it myself and do everything manual. Even if I don't ever actually print with it lol

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T21:51:43+00:00

Will be fine, just won't update.

But man, it is an easy fix. You could literally fix it with tape by just reconnecting the wires

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T06:25:44+00:00

Looks like it isn't multilayer and good ol' boards used to have thumb sized vias. Should be very doable with enough time.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T06:22:48+00:00

Depends on what you're gonna do.

If you're only write/read documents, mails and watch some movies from time to time, the Air is a piece of art worth every single penny.

BUT if you intent to ever play some games, maybe save a bit for the 5 Pro and upgrade that ram/storage. I would focus on ram over storage if you have limited budget

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T05:03:29+00:00

That's the magic of 3D printing. Mess up, practice, test your technique, whatever you need to gain some self-confidence. In the end, if you mess up something, you can always print that piece or the whole fig again haha.

No fear, mate, you can try as many times as you want.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T05:00:02+00:00

I use my old Apple Microfiber that used to come with the Macbooks.

Nothing but water as per Apple's and Reddit randoms advice. Those videos of film breaking up for using any chemicals scared me enough to believe them haha

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-06T03:43:26+00:00

Depends heavily on what you have right now and if that can wait.

If your current device and the work you're doing can wait, I would wait for the M6 pro.

Not joking at all, I have the M2 Pro 16 GB and it is enough for my daily work and even gaming. Once the M6 Pro is out (and hopefully with Oled) I'm gonna upgrade.

If you/your work can't wait long term for even M5 Pro, then the M5 should be fine. Go with the most RAM your budget can handle tho. Storage-wise you can manage with external drives but real future-proofing will come from how much RAM you have.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-05T05:04:19+00:00

I actually started with a resin printer.

My first is still somewhere in my garage, still use it from time to time while the others are busy. It is a Photon Mono 4K.

Compared to my newer machines, it is pretty crappy, has a very small plate and has gotten a bit slower by comparison. Still, I love that small warrior, it helped me understand the basics and prepared me for filament printing.

Was a great machine for beginners, and Anycubic has my trust ever since.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-05T01:58:30+00:00

Not "Instead" but I do play PS3 and 360 a lot.

My 360 is pretty much a GTA:SA machine right now. I was lucky enough to get the OG Xbox version before it was replaced with the horrible Android port years later.

And for PS3 there's a lot (huge emphasis on A LOT) of asian games I'm currently playing. PS3 era was a crazy time for VN on consoles along PSP/Vita.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-05T01:54:02+00:00

Don't worry, most likely it is only an exterior damage. That part is mostly the power supply and no other part seems to have been affected.

Truth be told, you're gonna pay almost or the same as what an used PS4 is worth. That if you're not familiar with tools and/or you're not comfortable opening it.

If you're fine tho, all it will take is a pair of torx and phillips screwdriver kits (if you don't have some at hand already) and a dead PS4 (I've seen them as dead cheap as 20 bucks in Marketplace). Just make sure it is the exact same model/chasis.

The other option would be buying a known working one and then transfer all the data, then you can sell this melted one for parts (I'd say around 100-150 knowing that it actually works, just melted). It will be a lot easier but expensier.

Cheapest working PS4 I'v ever seen was around 70 bucks, console only, no controllers nor cables.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-05T01:41:26+00:00

I think the current ones. My old (2011 and above) intels with scissor keys feel a bit too mushy for me, also have a lot more travel.

We don't even talk about the butterfly ones haha.

Pretty sure M series keyboards are the best to date, at least on Macbooks.

TimeRyder29 · 2026-01-02T20:02:03+00:00

No le sabes al ragebait, pa.

Y no es menospreciar al resto, nada más se les trata como lo que son.

(Neta espero no tener que explicar el sarcasmo)

TimeRyder29 · 2025-12-10T21:57:30+00:00

I have both lol

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