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    Hardware New 3DS (regular size) material and touchup

    Heya, Kind of figure this title is sort of incorrect to what I wanted to ask, but not totally wrong. Anyway, question relates to the New 3DS regular size. So the device has a matte finish and is made possibly of Nylon gf55 (http://iwataasks.nintendo.com/interviews/#/3ds/xl/0/1), the same...
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    Hardware Scratch screen DS family suggested removal or minimize

    Hi. Thought I revive this question, in a different way. Has anyone tried Plastx on 3DS screens/lens? Or on the Gamecube black logo? Just wondering if someone has that they might mentioned their experience? Looking for any suggestions for scratch removal on semi-transparent plastic/acrylic...
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    Hardware Brown spots on electrical plug? Burn, corrosion or what?

    Thanks for input!
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    Hardware Brown spots on electrical plug? Burn, corrosion or what?

    Nero99, does one have to make an account with tomshardware.com to ask questions? If not, what are the options to post to them?
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    Hardware Brown spots on electrical plug? Burn, corrosion or what?

    I see. If oxidation is on ac power plugs, what is probably the best method to remove it without damaging the plug? I've read 99% rubbing alcohol (with a guess a cloth...maybe a non wet sponge), someone mentioned vinger/salt combo then neutralizing with baking soda, and then there is contact...
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    Hardware Brown spots on electrical plug? Burn, corrosion or what?

    Hello. Picture sort of shows the brown spots. Not sure what it is on these electrical plug contacts. I think it came from the device being connected to an old surge protector, so they may be a burn or oxidation. This one comes up from the middle but most of the other brown spots are just that...
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    Hacking Dumping game ROM as backup purposes for a novice

    Hi. I was wishing to ask about where to start learning how to backup my games. I know this thread has probably been covered in many different forms over time, but my question is mostly where to start reading up to learn (like keywords; there are a lot of forums on here)? It seems the methods...
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    Gaming Gameboy Advance game authenticity

    Haha. Funny. Say is there a list on here noting all the GBA carts with SRAM Battery Saves and those with the EEPROM Flash?
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    Hardware 3ds turns off automatically

    Thank you for your detailed analysis, Smile Citrus. Just side question, the cables which traverse through the hidges, have you ever found them to be tangling together or interfering to cause line distortions on the top screen? Could it also affect the speaker cable in the long run?
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    Comment by 'Voltshock R' in 'disappointing while also satisfying'

    Well it is not your fault your system luck is just eh. I understand your point though. "what again, mac is calling for a repair. Oh brother." -Nintendo rep. Anyway, I've been in similar situations but with a particular game title. Warranty is promise though. In writing. Anyway good luck with...
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    Gaming Best Buy Sells OOT Brand New $39.99 Again!?

    O=O oooohhhhhh.......in preparation for Black Friday I bet. Also the Zelda Majora Mask release relation and the Zelda WiiU anticipation.
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    Comment by 'Voltshock R' in 'disappointing while also satisfying'

    Do you think the speaker issue is just cause a fault in your model or just the models in general? Also I would contact Nintendo. Even if they do not cover yet, they should honor warranty and do keep record of every call. At least they can tell you and if not now you can press with "warranty blah...
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    Gaming [3DS] rodea the sky solider...is worth it?

    I just purchased the WiiU version with the Wii game inside. I think the game is like those titles where the review is awful and then a few years they go on about hidden gem quality. By then it is too late and you are crying in pudding. I can update with review once I play through. It seems like...
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    Comment by 'Voltshock R' in 'Beginnings.'

    Update, KSSU was damaged when opened and had signs of worn contact (or corrosion, either way green board was visible and gameplay had sound issue at some points). So I returned it and got a new copy. Have yet to test it out, but is legit looking and wrapping is normal.
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    Comment by 'Voltshock R' in 'disappointing while also satisfying'

    Seen and held store model 2ds and observed a few kids holding them walking around. About as tall as a Wii case and slightly wider. The 2ds had a slider on the side which puts it into sleep mode aka closing system (for games like LoZ Phantom Hourglass). Grip on side is rubber and makes well for...
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    So onward with establishing repairs (one at a time)

    I guess I have come to understand really every problem is discussed somewhere online and if not, people will sometimes respond to questions. Better than nothing. So what I want to do is get some glass lens for my GBA and that is where I am trying to figure out if I should go rubber cement or...
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    Comment by 'Voltshock R' in 'disappointing while also satisfying'

    Wow, the size progression over the years...... I say since you still have Aqua, take what is salvagable and sell or keep. Trust me, even those of us who try to be careful with their stuff end up messing up.
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    Hardware The N3DS right stick nub kinda sucks...

    Oh opps. Sorry. Um, well, since it has the texture of an eraser, maybe a small head pin? Or something like the metal which holds the back a office envelope? Either case you can add some sort of texture on top those. Or alter a nub from link previous to have a backing like those and attach?
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    Hardware 3ds turns off automatically

    Does that relate to a delay in possible startup? Like if you turn on the system and the screens are both black and you hear the sound of the menu then it forces itself to shift on? But the action is enough of a delay to notice. I have been wondering about the hidges since the system has done...
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    Hardware The N3DS right stick nub kinda sucks...

    Inside repair : https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Nintendo+3DS+Circle+Pad+Replacement/6064 Outside repair : http://www.amazon.com/Circle-Pad-Cover-Nintendo-Accessory-Inport/dp/B00C1XYUY6 Heard rubber cement (lightly) is good fix for sticking if the cover has died. Then lastly Nintendo.