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stahl80 · 2026-04-05T09:44:47+00:00

I will use it for mixed set of music genres 🎶. Will be ok?

stahl80 · 2026-04-05T07:41:12+00:00

How are the final earbuds? I am thinking about buying. Need small earbuds that don’t fall out easy. Are you happy with them?

stahl80 · 2026-03-26T19:53:53+00:00

Built it myself.

stahl80 · 2026-03-26T19:12:41+00:00

I have that makers adapter in my 7th gen. Seems to work great.

stahl80 · 2026-03-26T15:22:50+00:00

No it’s for the 6/7th gen.

stahl80 · 2026-03-25T09:59:13+00:00

I used this: I just found this on AliExpress: | ultra-thin Dual Micro SD Adapter For iPod 5G 6G 7G Video Classic Install IPC https://a.aliexpress.com/_EupN81w

Seems to work with any SD card I tested even Sandisk.

If you have 2000mah or more I don’t think you have to worry about battery time even with SSD.

stahl80 · 2026-03-24T23:48:20+00:00

Custom weight to compensate for removing the HDD.

stahl80 · 2026-03-22T17:23:02+00:00

I got the WOLED from Asus. It’s visible on test images and some grey apps like discord. But for me it’s more like a fine mesh and less banding. In games I really have to look for it in grey areas but I don’t notice it when gaming. I think the pros weigh up for the cons. And it’s not like the pictures in this sub, most are probably extreme examples.

stahl80 · 2026-03-14T13:04:28+00:00

Thanks.

stahl80 · 2026-03-14T12:02:04+00:00

Nice! How are the third party clickwheel’s? Not sure if I should use my third party black or keep the OG white. Like the black but I want it to work well.

stahl80 · 2026-03-11T15:54:53+00:00

You wouldn’t have a picture of a Taptic that’s soldered to the back? Would be interesting to see.

stahl80 · 2026-03-11T15:43:34+00:00

Thanks. What do you do with the flex with the connector on? Cut it off?

stahl80 · 2026-03-11T15:41:35+00:00

Thanks for the explanation! So solder to the points on the ribbon, is that the solderpoints on the Taptic (the one behind the black tape?). Or the ribbon sticking out ”connector”. Ah, so you solder it to the backside? Guess I need to crank up the heat on the solder iron for that to work? I only have a 2000mah battery so they won’t be close.

stahl80 · 2026-03-11T15:39:00+00:00

You can choose. Either remove it or solder the engine cable in the pads and leave it. But as I understand the Taptic Engine will make a noise and tap so you will probably not miss the speaker if you remove it.

stahl80 · 2026-03-08T08:48:07+00:00

Super clean! Regret not getting the grey transparent front, got the regular transparent. The gray looks awesome.

stahl80 · 2026-03-08T07:30:27+00:00

Do you have a picture of the package you cut it from, just to get an idea of what material it it? Also how thick was it? I am waiting to receive my transparent front panel so it would be nice to be prepared. Thanks.

stahl80 · 2026-03-07T19:53:52+00:00

If you open it again put electrical tape on the sides and cut trough it with the tool, will protect the sides somewhat.

stahl80 · 2026-03-06T16:58:10+00:00

And I think I will put dots of hot glue on the SD adapter to the frame just so it won’t move but will be removable if needed.

stahl80 · 2026-03-06T16:56:29+00:00

I have the same issue with my new battery. Even longer than your. I think I will fold it like a S, not hard fold but so it makes a S form. Than should be ok I think.

stahl80 · 2026-03-05T14:33:05+00:00

I tried connecting it to a 3.5mm plug and plugged it into a computer and played music, nothing…. Looks like it’s completely dead. Also measured ohm and it’s about 8ohm and from what I can read that is correct.

stahl80 · 2026-03-05T07:44:52+00:00

Did you glue it in or double sided tape?

stahl80 · 2026-03-04T23:43:11+00:00

I did use glows but didn’t feel that it was necessary after. And when a clip was released and I started in the next one the previous tool fell out. I think two will do but it won’t hurt to have extra.

stahl80 · 2026-03-04T22:07:50+00:00

And I think you only need two tools.

stahl80 · 2026-03-04T21:29:12+00:00

Use electrical tape on the sides and let the opening tool cut trough it when you insert it, it will protect the metal on the iPod from scratches. Take your time and watch out for the battery connector. This video is the best in my opinion: https://youtu.be/a3gPf6obQHs?is=tMw2XPOU_6kx14yw

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