The tidiness of the wires is a thing of beauty.

@voidvoidvoid7274

Ай бұрын

I used to solder PS1 chips with my dad when I was a kid, it was a 1 hour job just to solder all these wires properly, we used shitty equipment and I was a complete noob which didn't make things easy for sure but oh man what an experience !

Discovered your channel a few weeks back, been catching up on a lot of your older content and now I'm watching the new, despite knowing nothing about what your doing I still find it very relaxing and enjoyable content so please keep it coming, thank you!

You'll be at 100 K in no time. Much deserved too by the way.

@StezStixFix

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks FS! 👍

@bartvantuijl1598

2 жыл бұрын

I second that, really enjoy these videos. Keep it up!

@AR21

2 жыл бұрын

Wow flying x

@Ironhide34100

2 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix could I send you some Star Wars Sphero droids for a repair video?

@VAL3NTIN3

2 жыл бұрын

76k now wow

Have to say, I was a bit surprised in the earlier video, when that tired old port decided to play nice and work, but clearly it was on it last legs. Very nice upgrade/mod video and, as always, some lovely tunes to go with it :)

@kayleas5328

Жыл бұрын

same, mine charges but can't communicate

Entertaining and extremely helpful. Up until now my only experience with soldering was tinning and joining wires and replacing the shoulder button on my Steam Deck. But I really wanted to do this mod and your video gave me the confidence and knowledge to do it. I'm still in a bit of disbelief that I was able to solder such small components with just a magnifying glass and $50 soldering station. I had to get a hot air station for desoldering the old port, but that's alright since this project really gave me the confidence to look for other modding projects that I had shyed away from due to the soldering work. Subbed and thanks again for documenting the install of this mod so well!

Well edited video. I liked the chilled music while vos was on. Also nice close ups with the microscope. Very easy watching. Wish you would do more than 1 a week.

I only found your channel a couple of weeks ago and have already watched through the past year or so of brilliant vids. This one turned out a lot more difficult than I thought it was going to be - nice work!

I know what I'll be doing soon! Previously have done a Micro USB mod to my OLED Vita years ago and with everything moving to USB-C it's nice to know that Oxyll makes a mod like this. Thank you for the video Steve!

I’m surprised the data connection worked that well, because D+ and D- are a differential pair and need to match in length, but I guess USB2.0 is quite forgiving in that regard.

@root42

Жыл бұрын

Is it so fragile? These are mere millimeters, right?

@red13emerald

Жыл бұрын

@@root42 Indeed. Even if you were to squeeze 10Gbit through a single differential pair, the signal itself is traveling 20 centimeters per bit, so even with a 5 centimeter mismatch the differential signals are clearly related to each other, but that’s not relevant. The whole point of differential pairs is that any interference will equally increase or decrease the voltage in both traces, meaning the voltage difference stays the same. If the traces aren’t length-matched, the differential signals will be shifted in phase, meaning the effects of the interference on each trace will arrive at the receiver at different times, so they don’t cancel each other out anymore. The higher the bandwidth, the more closely these lengths need to be matched because each bit is on the line for a shorter amount of time, so the receiver has less time to monitor the voltages and clearly discern the signal from the noise.

Man I had no idea that this could be done. I love these mini hack videos. As always thanks for the great content Steve.

Love the videos bud, I find it massively interesting just seeing all the inner workings and the fixing of them

Love the videos, man! There's something about watching soldering that is soothing to me for some reason.

@El_Bellota

2 жыл бұрын

I second this.

@voidvoidvoid7274

Ай бұрын

Soldering is very soothing, it's like washing the dishes or hearing the sounds of a freshly built PC posting for the first time. Amazing moments !

Damn you Steve! You are amazing! I understand very little of what you doing but your videos are a delight to watch! been watching all your content for the past month and cant have enough! congratulations on your channel!

Came across your channel just recently and it’s awesome! Love that you just try it, even when you‘ve „never opened one of these before“.

Very glad KZread recommended me this vid, cool to see how relatively easy someone made it to pop in a type c port as well!

You're gonna be a huge channel and I'm glad I was here since you were at 20k. You deserve a mil

You have taught me so much man I appreciate all that you do!

Funny, it always amused me when Steve does fixes like these and says the mod is in the description. I would love to mod my 3 Vita's, but I would not even dream of attempting to as I know I would ruin them. Even when I used to do this for a living (TV and video repairs,) I would not even attempt to solder surface mount components, or components you cannot solder with the naked eye. I just stuck to through hole stuff. I would leave this sort of work to to the experts like Steve ( even though for comedy reasons he pretends not to be.) Also, I never used flux either. Had to look it up when I saw Steve using it to see what it was!

@Daffydubs

2 жыл бұрын

I've learned flux is essential for soldering I used to think I was just terrible at it untill I started using it.

@yogibear2k220

2 жыл бұрын

@@Daffydubs Lol, my eyes are so bad now unless the pad is at least an inch square, I would not be able to solder anything onto it.

@Daffydubs

2 жыл бұрын

@@yogibear2k220 I hear that! Components are getting smaller everyday lol

@TravisFabel

2 жыл бұрын

Oh you're missing the secrets right in front of your eyes... Flux is magic. It creates just the right surface tension so you need absolutely no skill with the soldering iron. You just put the heat in the area and everything kind of melts works supposed to with surface mount stuff. But the eyes thing. I feel you man. That's why there's one other secret to everybody who does surface Mount things regularly. We don't look at it. We look at the big screen for the camera or microscope. I still can't do the hand soldering if I have too much caffeine but you can do hot air.

@alexbrown1050

2 жыл бұрын

Anyone can do surface mount work, just takes a bit of patience, practice and a microscope doesn't hurt. Believe in yourself! Also most people don't use flux because they use flux core solder, which is a more efficient method of applying flux at the same time as solder. It doesn't work if you wick your solder onto the tip and then touch the tip to the component though, so flux helps with that habit.

Steve, thanks again for another awesome video and another killer reference. We got Super Market Sweep across the pond too. They just brought it back again.

The solder work here was impeccable. Awesome job, great vid.

Good to see you install a usb c port to your vita and nicely soldered on too your certainly becoming a true wiz with the fixes there Steve - nice 1 👍

There's something so soothing and entertaining about your videos man! Love them!

Loving your vids man. Keep em up! Find them strangely relaxing.

i love your sense of humor and the way you do things. earned a sub sir. would love to see more of your content.

Your skills have really improved. You are now a jedi master of electronics repair and modification. More usb-c mod videos are welcome.

Love your videos and your channel, Steve! Keep'em coming

Always enjoy watching your videos, Steve.

@StezStixFix

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David! 👍

Just did this mod using this video and it took me like 3 hours. I have to commend your skills. You make precise micro soldering look super easy. And such a clean, organized job too.

That fixit kit is brilliant. I picked one up the other day and already fixed two things with it. You really need some sponsors.

This just made my afternoon. Thanks for the upload :)

Subscribed! Amazing video, especially the Patreon song, i like you! :D

You videos just keeps getting better and better. Never stop friend

Holy moly your soldering is fantastic and so clean!!!!! I struggled with soldering some wires for a nerf gun and you make it look so easy and good! Amazing work!!

one of the most creative videos of this type ive ever seen, U earned my sub!

Very clean & detailed work!

I royally f’d up my charge port so I just ordered this mod thanks for the video man!

Well I tried to replace power supply port on my Acer tablet. Made such a mess of it. Now I'm too embarrassed to take it to repair man to do it properly. Nice to see someone who knows what they are doing. (cool music too) Well done Steve.

@SCorpG22

2 жыл бұрын

Repair guys see it all the time, I wouldn't let that put you off. I mean it might end up costing more to repair if you've lifted any pads, but I'd say go for it.

@ShadowMaelstrom

2 жыл бұрын

Find out who their competitors are and say they did a shoddy job

@midohiopcs

Жыл бұрын

At least you attempted to repair it yourself. Even some professionals have issues. No need to be embarrassed.

That subscriber count keeps increasing, and rightly so! Great channel, always entertaining and educational!

I'm new to this channel, but dude, what a terrific content you have. Hugs from Brazil.

This is sweet, I love USB c mods. I just tried adding a USB c port to my mouse

You Make that look easy! I'll be trying my hand at this mod as soon as it comes in the mail. Wish me luck!

Dude your supermarket sweep joke reminded me of a show I've seen one time in my life and now I know the name of the show. Omg thank you!! And very good soldering lol

Great Video again Steve, I really Enjoyed it!

I love watching your vids it's really satisfying and enjoyable. Apart from the singing I mute that but the rest is great 😉

Havent found anyone that makes soldering this entertaining yet, keep it up! More device mods! More “Nice”!

My goodness the organization of the wiring and finishing touches 👌😗

NICE mod Steve. Come on, get in !! Your videos get better each time !!

@StezStixFix

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks RB! 👍

@MjC7192

2 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix ...Eeexceept for the singing I think my ears might not ever be the same....,ugh, 😭,lol . I do love your videos and was wondering if you might make some on the newer editions of the xbox1's or other phones?

"Nice!" LOL Congrats on the precise and careful job. And on the soundtrack as well.

Hi Steve, I've just found your channel and love it, keep up the good work

Entertaining and interesting in one package! Nice! :)

I used to watch Supermarket Sweep in the US back in the 90s... pretty sure it was over here before it was over there. Great video!

Wouldn’t be able to install this myself. So paid sombody to do it for me. Looks awesome and I feel better having watched you install it. Got the note 9 adapter aswell installed. You should get a psvsd (internal sd card) which replaces your 3g modem.

I'm hoping to learn how to solder soon. You make it look really easy.

Steve, this video made me want to change the port in my PSVita 1004...it was a succes❤...thank you very much

Thank you for the video and for adding the microscope link on the video description. Was wondering what was that setup. 👍

You make the gritty/boring part of technology fun to watch, and learn! Thank you👍

What a great mod, well done! I like how you tried to find an elegant way to route the wires! One question, what kind of UV-timer-lamp do you use to harden the solder mask? I could see it in older videos too, but never found a reference to it. Thanks - and please keep up the great work! Cheers, Kai

Great video Steve!!

Recently discovered you and I had to go back through your videos to find out who and what Dave is. Not disappointed to learn of the sad yet inspiring back story of Dave.

tronicsfix gave you a mention in his video yesterday and well done on your success on youtube you are an inspiration to us all

Dale Winton would be proud of this. Jokes aside, excellent job! Not sure how you ever came onto my recommendation videos but I've watched loads of your stuff now, great work

Your sense of humor is solid gold. Thanks for all the entertainment.

the quite music the smooth job the humor = my first vid and im already liking this guy

First time seeing you, I was totally focused in your video. Everything was good vibes

You just got shout out from TronicsFix in the latest video. You're doing a pretty awesome job keep it up

Steve I have been watching you for sometime now and I enjoy your videos but you make me chuckle when you sing or rap nice 🤣 take care Steve 👍

Fantastic content!!! I have absolutely devoured the content on your channel, watching close to 40 videos in the past couple of days. I’ve taken things apart my whole life without any intention of fixing/putting it back together, but you’ve inspired me to give that a go. Bravo, Sir. Bravo.

Any chance you would show your game room tour? From the few videos it looks like you have a room with all of the systems passing through a wall to the TV? That's an awesome idea, if that is how it is. Thanks for the awesome videos! Keep it up!

You got me to sub when you start to sing along with the music.

This man made a soldering video entertaining to watch. Respect

I rather enjoyed performing this mod as well, though I soldered to the trace for d-. I really appreciate how you did your jumpers though. Much neater than I managed. For the hot air gun, have you considered using kapton tape to shield the surrounding components? I found it did an excellent job protecting the headphone jack on my 3ds mod

Nice fix thank you

we had a 90s supermarket sweep here in usa. Idk what it was in uk, but here it was a weird show where people ran as fast as possible in a grocery store trying to fill their cart with the most expensive items.

Another great vid. Be interesting to see what setup you use to create the amusing songs?

This is perfect 2 am stuff to see while I am supposed to be sleeping.

I have to say after all the videos I watched the singing is getting better and better

Very unfortunate that you did this video just when the mod is out of stock for the rest of the summer, It got me very interested swapping the port just for the sake of it (getting rid of as much proprietary stuff as possible). I liked it though, like the rest of your videos, very well documented process and good editing. Keep it up!

Great vid, 30AWG Kynar wire would be best for signal wires, thin an insulated

Loved the just close enough to not be sued cover of Old Love.

The Patreon rap was WAY too good, sir ! 🤯 EDIT : 12:18 the "Niiice !"... you can feel the satisfaction. Make it a meme, it's so expressive ! EDIT 2 : A USB-C powered PS Vita being charged by a Nintendo Switch brick and cable. What a time to be alive !

First time watching your content loved it instant sub

Supermarket Sweep was in the states as well, and boy did that make me feel ancient!

Nice just found your channel. Supermarket sweep actually aired here in the us as well.

Awesome 👍 you have great technique. I would love to own a Vita one day, Ive always been a fan but never got the chance to get the og one.

Just saw you got a shout out from TronicsFix! Awesome!

Thanks for hearing my recommendation 👍

Awesome work with those solder joints that earned you a sub from me!

Came here for something quick and found something genuinely golden! 🤝 have my sub fs

I have the 2nd gen of the Vita, with a wonky port (it has a micro usb charging port, I believe) and hoping that I can upgrade it as well. Yours did come out really.... nice though. Love the videos.

Hi Stez, loving your vids and as a result have developed an interest in dragging all of my dead electronics from the past 10 years or so out of the cupboards (can never bring myself to bin them). Decided to buy a microscope similar to your in the near future. Unfortunately can't afford £300 for a soldering iron on top of the scope and wondered if you or your followers had a more budget friendly option that you might consider suitable for micro work on PCB's possibly £100 - £150 available in UK. You might even consider recommending a budget starter kit for people who just want to work on their own gear. Your opinion would be much appreciated. Thanks.

@michaelburns8073

Жыл бұрын

It's been a while since you asked, but if you are still looking, look into the pinecil soldering iron. It's about $26.00 US. Right now, it's out of stock, since they are releasing a new version, but should be back in stock in a few weeks. You can also get the Hakko FX-888D for about $100.00. KZread channel EEVBlog has a video where he recommends a $330 electronics repair setup if you want to know how to get started on a budget. My advice is to start off with a good soldering iron, multimeter, solder, solder wick, and of course, the blue silicon mat :grinning_face: Then start to repair, and as you need stuff, buy it. You don't have to spend a lot of money to get into repair, at least initially. Good luck!

Beautifull, love vids on the vita

I'm really suprised you aren't sponsored by any company, you should be Steve, your fixes are amazing.

New suscriber, loved the vid and your energy bro

Nice Video, will definetly do this mod myself too :) Greetings from Germany ^^

Nice neat mod and far easier to find a cable for a bonus .

great mod. I have a few vita's, I've noticed with my oled vita. it doesn't like every usb wall plug I have. I have to use a Sony Ericsson one. and a aftermarket cable. I thought when you used your Nintendo usb c charger it might not work, and my Anker power bank always cuts out, when I try and charge with the Nintendo charger for some reason. getting pretty famous now. I expect to see you on the masked singer soon, with Dave in the corner.

Finally, the mod with the care and polish that the vita deserves. Subscribed.

We had Supermarket Sweep here in the states too. And it was awesome

Love it Steve.

could not click fast enough on this video! Love ur work!