Video Calling moddable on AT&T Tilt2? - Touch Pro2, Tilt 2 Windows Mobile General

Hi all. I brought me a at&t tilt2 off ebay not realizing that you yanks don't support video calling. Dose anyone know if theres a mod to enable the front camera if it has one hardware wise or if its feasible to buy and install the cam and touch panel. I haven't pulled mine apart yet so not too sure if the hardware is actually there.
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o0steveo0o said:
Hi all. I brought me a at&t tilt2 off ebay not realizing that you yanks don't support video calling. Dose anyone know if theres a mod to enable the front camera if it has one hardware wise or if its feasible to buy and install the cam and touch panel. I haven't pulled mine apart yet so not too sure if the hardware is actually there.
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No front facing camera hidden under there so dont bother taking it apart to see... that said I've not even heard of anyone putting one in. My advice.. put the phone BACK up for sale and by one that will work for what your needs are.
It'll save you a lot of time, money and aggrivation. If you do decide to stick with the US version you may just be grumpy that your phone doesnt have the camera period.

lol no biggie as im not all that keen on video calling anyway but would be nice to have tho. Haven't seen any cheep European 850/2100 hsdpa tp2's on ebay.

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Disable camera ?

We are looking to purchase a number of SPV M2000 and C500 phones from Orange.
Due to the nature of our business we can not take camera phones on Customer's sites.
Orange are not being very helpful on this so I am investigating how we can disable the camera function on these phones.
I have already considered supergluing something over the lens or even a drop of superglue on the lens.
Any other suggestions ?
The blue angel is also sold with a non camera version.
T-mobile has it that I know. As for orange, no idea.
If anybody from your company got one of those hacked phones and like you found this site they would most likely also be able to fix what ever fix that made on the software or hardware to prevent them from using the camera.
I was thinking about even deleting the phone software off them ?
Hum, like I said, you found this site so why should the others not?
Its on our FTP site even with the new Album version (camrea software that is).
BTW May be deleting the phone software is not such a good idea just in case you want to use it as a phone (since you want to stop others from using it as a camera). But I think I got what you meant (grin)
wanna trade ?
I have a Siemens SX66 (blue angel) without a camera
(just kidding - its my only mobile and I have no idea who you are )
Yeah, the Siemens SX66 from Cingular here in the USA does not have the camera. Many of us are disappointed in its absence. You could find a way to get the Siemens units from the US.
Why in the world buy a Blue Angel to disable the Camera and THE phone?????
The Qwerty and Wifi can't be that much worth.
Anyway, like MDAIIIUser says, no matter what you disable or no matter what lock you put on it, it's quite simple to undo and get a fully working BA, well except for the glue on the lens that is :wink:

I'll fix your HTC phone or provide parts

Hey guys. I have gotten alot from this website so I would like to give back. I own and operate a mobile phone repair shop and would like to extend my services to this forum. Most of you seem pretty techical so even if you just want the part (microphone, ear speaker, Loud speaker, LCD) I will provide it for you at a low cost plus shipping of course. I mostly deal with hardware issues so please don't PM me or post asking about software, I am a total noob when it comes to that!
Thanks again to all the rom builders and contributers who have helped make my phone awsome!
If you can source the vibrate motor for an HTC S710 I would be forever grateful. Where abouts are you located?
EDIT: I see you're in Phoenix.
Most of the parts I carry are for US released HTC phones but often they carry simular parts. If you can post a picture of what it looks like I'll see if I have a match.
I will upload a picture in a little bit, however here are the specifications from the HTC Vox Service Manual for the motor;
JT0406-30CSR1, JNTECH, Cylindrical, 3V, 100mA, 12000+/-3000 rpm, 60/-, 20degC, 11.2*5.1*5.8mm
The cylinder has J7D05 printed on it and has 2 prongs that make contact to the pad on the PCB. I've tried many different other motors but none of them physically fit in the spot. So if you have any motor rated to those specs and is smaller or equal to the dimensions above, I will take it.
Here are two pictures of it. They are quite large, so not inlined. Not my camera, one of those funky digital ones that I have no idea how to adjust the focus on.
http://i25.tinypic.com/20psxg3.jpg
http://i25.tinypic.com/22dcb4.jpg
I'll check my inventory tomorrow. The shop is closed for today, it being the 4th of July and all.
Ah yes. Thanks, I shall await your response in great excitement.
Happy Indie Day!
A friend of mine has an O2 XDA Orbit but the usb works for charging but not for the data link.
Is this fixable? and if so, do you perform the fixes !!!!
@pna
I had the same problem with my Dash/Excalibur. I had to turn off the USB charging feature in the settings and then the data worked fine. I just either turn it back on if I need to charge via USB on my PC and don't have a wall charger handy. Tell your friend to try that.
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Also Turn off Advanced Network Functionality to along with charging over USB.
pna said:
A friend of mine has an O2 XDA Orbit but the usb works for charging but not for the data link.
Is this fixable? and if so, do you perform the fixes !!!!
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If the pins in the socket look straight re-flow the solder on the mainboard or get someone to do it. It's fairly easy. New sockets are about $4 on fleabay but as there are multiple lines close together you do need skill to replace.
M.S
@h4waii
Sorry friend. I don't have one that looks like that by HTC. However the T-Mobile Sidekick 3 vibrator does look like it. If I had it here to test I would be able to look closer. Once again, sorry friend.
Planetneo said:
@h4waii
Sorry friend. I don't have one that looks like that by HTC. However the T-Mobile Sidekick 3 vibrator does look like it. If I had it here to test I would be able to look closer. Once again, sorry friend.
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I do, however, stock them. pm me and I'll list it on eBay.I'm in the UK though so shipping will be dependant on where you are. Outside UK is £7.
M.S
Good, this is the point right? To help our fellow members. Thanks Mysterious Stranger.
Planetneo said:
Good, this is the point right? To help our fellow members. Thanks Mysterious Stranger.
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Help if asked, yes. Spam to get sales, NO.
M.S
Anyway you can check out my thread here...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=405758
Might find it intresting.
htc touch cruise
One of the give aways in buying this product is CoPilot Live 7 with free city map. I choose Muscat in Oman in English but I can not activate it. I went to the dealer but he wants me to pay to activate it.
Planetneo said:
Hey guys. I have gotten alot from this website so I would like to give back. I own and operate a mobile phone repair shop and would like to extend my services to this forum. Most of you seem pretty techical so even if you just want the part (microphone, ear speaker, Loud speaker, LCD) I will provide it for you at a low cost plus shipping of course. I mostly deal with hardware issues so please don't PM me or post asking about software, I am a total noob when it comes to that!
Thanks again to all the rom builders and contributers who have helped make my phone awsome!
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Right on! I have been wanting to replace the metal bezel that goes around the front of the AT&T 8525 (U.S. HTC Hemes). Mine has gotten quite scratched and scuffed over the last year, and I would love to have it returned to it's original clean, shiny look.
Do you happen to carry this part by any chance? Or know of an affordable place to obtain one?
I get mine from a guy on ebay. I used my last 3 over the holiday weekend so I am out till I order some more on Monday. They are about $28 shipped. Link below....
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-Hermes-Cing...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Planetneo said:
I get mine from a guy on ebay. I used my last 3 over the holiday weekend so I am out till I order some more on Monday. They are about $28 shipped. Link below....
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-Hermes-Cing...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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If you need the full housing email Amit / Raki Computers and ask - they have them as well at not much more $ ( about $26 IIRC) if you ask although the parts they sell are used / stripped from BER phones so some have minor marks and it's pot luck.
M.S
edit - I emailed Amit @ Raki myself anyway and he's listed the full housings here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220254094906
better value IMO.
Yes. We've got software support and now hardware support. This thread needs to be stickied.

Dash 3G lcd & housing replacement

I might be 1st with this problem but not last for sure. Accident happend & I need replacement LCD for my new Dash. Anyone knows where I can get one? I can only see part of display. Will new housing be enough or do I need LCd as well? Repair manual anyone? Thanks everyone!
Anyone?
Maybe someone wants to sell their "brick"?
Anyone?
Maybe someone wants to sell their "brick"?
Dash 3g LCD
From what I'm hearing, the LCD for the Dash and the Dash 3g are the same thing.
Should be easy to find -
masseychris said:
From what I'm hearing, the LCD for the Dash and the Dash 3g are the same thing.
Should be easy to find -
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Can anyone else confirm it? Any guides/step by step on how to do it? I assume I will still need to get a housing
First off, it would be good to know what exactly happend to your phone. Like, what kind of accident. I may be able to help you with the issue of getting the phone apart.
I have the US Sprint version of this (s511 HTC Snap) and have a cracked screen from a drop to the floor. There are dash replacement screens on ebay for $15-$30, but ot find any confirmation that it for sure is the same one. There are instructional videos on youtube as well. I haven't done it yet, also waiting for confirmation that the dash lcds are okay.
Just dropped my Dash 3g this morning and am looking for the same info. Dammit! Should have gotten the insurance!
i would also like to know if the gash screen is the same as the dash 3G to repair a phone.Anyone know? Thanks
Bump, I would also like to know. It'd be nice to snag one up from ebay and replace the screen P:
Hi
does anyone know if they are the same? Cant find any replacement screens for sale on ebay.
slaya said:
Hi
does anyone know if they are the same? Cant find any replacement screens for sale on ebay.
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try www.cnn.cn. quiet reliable.
find below page and ask there:
I'll fix your HTC phone or provide parts
Hey guys. I have gotten alot from this website so I would like to give back. I own and operate a mobile phone repair shop and would like to extend my services to this forum. Most of you seem pretty techical so even if you just want the part (microphone, ear speaker, Loud speaker, LCD) I will provide it for you at a low cost plus shipping of course. I mostly deal with hardware issues so please don't PM me or post asking about software, I am a total noob when it comes to that!
Thanks again to all the rom builders and contributers who have helped make my phone awsome!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=405566
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=405566
another reff
http://www.mikechannon.net/page4.html
http://www.jetcitydevices.com/htc-snap/screen-repair
Screens and Repair Video Available
First, to answer one of the questions asked previously in this thread: This is not the same screen as the original Dash. The LCD itself might be but the connector is very different and the two are not compatible.
However, there are now several places online selling these. Just do a Google search for "t-mobile dash 3g lcd part only" and you'll find some people selling these. Note that they're quite a bit more expensive than the original Dash screens. That should change over time, though.
There's also a video of this repair on YouTube. You should be able to find that by doing a YouTube search for "Dash 3G Repair". This is actually a pretty simple repair (even easier than the original Dash) so if you're a little handy this shouldn't be too tough.
Anyone knows exact part number of screen? (Manufacturer and part number)
thanks.
DASH 3G parts
My just out of warranty Dash's trackball broke, I tiried to fix it myself and succesfully opened the dash3g, no good to me now so if someone wants a parts dash with no trackball I might be interested in getting rid of it, wend back to DASH 1 until I can get a Win 7 phone from MSFT .....

Front facing camera (kind of)

Okay so not exactly. Just couldn't think of a better subject line.
Here is an accessory for the iPhone 3gs that projects a mirrored image of what's in front of the iPhone to the rear camera
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFuv4sjMtn0
http://playmass.com/en/iseeutime.asp
Of course my first thought was whether or not it would fit on our captivates. Seems less deadly than the hack I saw awhile back where someone put a Galaxy S replacement front facing camera in their captivate.
link for the captivate/i9000 ffc?? I have only seen it in the Vibrant (which worked really well)
and thats actually not a half bad idea for the mirror thing. I mean really, people don't use the ffc that much anyway, so for the few times u do use it, this would probably work just fine.
Link to the website
Here is the website URL for the product. Hope someone tries this looks like it will work just fine!
http://www.isnapme.com/
buddy17 said:
link for the captivate/i9000 ffc?? I have only seen it in the Vibrant (which worked really well)
and thats actually not a half bad idea for the mirror thing. I mean really, people don't use the ffc that much anyway, so for the few times u do use it, this would probably work just fine.
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There is no Captivate FFC - The i9000 was born with it - just find the product spec page.
I just can't imagine carrying around a mirror accessory just to video chat - if you want a FCC, but a phone that does it.
alphadog00 said:
There is no Captivate FFC - The i9000 was born with it - just find the product spec page.
I just can't imagine carrying around a mirror accessory just to video chat - if you want a FCC, but a phone that does it.
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What are the two boxes next to the speaker on the front of the phone?
Neonwheels said:
What are the two boxes next to the speaker on the front of the phone?
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Those are specialized thermal osmosis transmission ports for connecting the Captivate to an external flux capacitor, in case your Mr Fusion goes bad.
joeybear23 said:
Those are specialized thermal osmosis transmission ports for connecting the Captivate to an external flux capacitor, in case your Mr Fusion goes bad.
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Yep, just what he said. They also serve as proximity sensors when you put the phone to your ear.
alphadog00 said:
There is no Captivate FFC - The i9000 was born with it - just find the product spec page.
I just can't imagine carrying around a mirror accessory just to video chat - if you want a FCC, but a phone that does it.
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Some people are modding Vibrants (which do not come with a FFC) with the i9000 FFC or the Epic4G FFC.
Also "buy a phone that does it" is hardly a solution seeing as how there are so few out. AT&T only offers one, and it's the iPhone. Sprint has the other two, and obviously are not compatible for the AT&T network. That only leaves the i9000 but buying it straight up is rather costly, whereas T-mo people who do the FFC mod spend $16 (yes, the camera assembly for the i9000 is that cheap).
I'd also be interested in seeing it done for the Captivate.
bobbylx said:
Yep, just what he said. They also serve as proximity sensors when you put the phone to your ear.
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And light sensor for auto-brightness.
alphadog00 said:
There is no Captivate FFC - The i9000 was born with it - just find the product spec page.
I just can't imagine carrying around a mirror accessory just to video chat - if you want a FCC, but a phone that does it.
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do you know how to read??
I know the i9000 has a ffc, but if you read the original post, he claims someone hacked up a captivate with the i9000 ffc. I simply asked for a link.
alright lets straighten this out
Without any proof of concept for a FFC for the captivate i am calling it BS or not possible. We have exhausted this to no end in the Dev. forum in about 6 different threads and there just isnt a spot for the FFC to sit. If you look at the tear town pictures of the captivate v.s. the i9000 you will see that there FFC and back camera have two different mounting spots. Unfortunately for us there is only 1 mounting spot and its taken up by the main camera. to get the FFC in the captivate you would have to buy the part and then tear apart the guts of the wiring and re wire it so it would be able to literally be soldered on the back of the main camera, then hope you were good enough with that soldering gun to get it facing exactly right through the hole you would have had to scratch or dissolve out of the black in the front of you phone.
Like I said I am more than willing to see some proof and be proved wrong but i imagine he is thinking of the Vibrant guys who also have two slots and have successfully gotten a i9000 FFC in their phones!
Done and Done.
buddy17 said:
do you know how to read??
I know the i9000 has a ffc, but if you read the original post, he claims someone hacked up a captivate with the i9000 ffc. I simply asked for a link.
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Yeah buddy I can read.... and I said there is no FCC for the captivate (unless you count the one I posted)... there is no room inside or connection on the board. Just because someone claims to have seen something, doesn't make it so. There are links to BigFoot and Nessie on the internet too.
This idea has been around since the captivate launched.
If you want one really bad on your captivate, do this....
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Yeah buddy I can read.... and I said there is no FCC for the captivate (unless you count the one I posted)... there is no room inside or connection on the board. Just because someone claims to have seen something, doesn't make it so. There are links to BigFoot and Nessie on the internet too.
This idea has been around since the captivate launched.
If you want one really bad on your captivate, do this....
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Can you say BALLER?! Everyone on you're block is going to be asking where you got this camera!
Coldskiesfullofblue said:
Can you say BALLER?! Everyone on you're block is going to be asking where you got this camera!
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I am putting together a do it yourself kit for 3 easy payments of $19.95 (processing and handling additional charges may apply).
Notice the use of name brand camera, not some cheap knockoff.
LMAO... thanks for the laughs.
Um.. I thought the only Galaxy S Phone that could be hacked is the Vibrant? The Captivate's "unique" design fails us again.
avgjoegeek said:
LMAO... thanks for the laughs.
Um.. I thought the only Galaxy S Phone that could be hacked is the Vibrant? The Captivate's "unique" design fails us again.
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You people have no creativity. Thats why i like the vibrant forum. People around are all "you cant" and "buy a phone that does" "and it would de-value" blah blah. There is no reason it cant be done. If it works on a vibrant a similar mod should work on a captivate. I know the vibrant has the mount built in. But thats hardly a dificult obstacle. I had know idea the camera is that cheap and i may just buy one to prove a point to the naysayers.
Also the mirror thing has been disgussed and i wouldnt use it. It looks silly. Id rather harware brick my phone in an atempt to preform the mod than be seen with that thing. But i dont discorage others from using it
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Dani897 said:
You people have no creativity. Thats why i like the vibrant forum. People around are all "you cant" and "buy a phone that does" "and it would de-value" blah blah. There is no reason it cant be done. If it works on a vibrant a similar mod should work on a captivate. I know the vibrant has the mount built in. But thats hardly a dificult obstacle. I had know idea the camera is that cheap and i may just buy one to prove a point to the naysayers.
Also the mirror thing has been disgussed and i wouldnt use it. It looks silly. Id rather harware brick my phone in an atempt to preform the mod than be seen with that thing. But i dont discorage others from using it
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I bought the part, tried on my captivate. Was willing to do what it took to make it fit. One problem, the part does not work with our phones. The connection onto the main board is slightly different. I'd post pictures but don't really want to tear down my captivate again.
Dani897 said:
Also the mirror thing has been disgussed and i wouldnt use it. It looks silly. Id rather harware brick my phone in an atempt to preform the mod than be seen with that thing. But i dont discorage others from using it
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897
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Is that like degauss? I'll leave all the other misspellings alone
ace518 said:
I bought the part, tried on my captivate. Was willing to do what it took to make it fit. One problem, the part does not work with our phones. The connection onto the main board is slightly different. I'd post pictures but don't really want to tear down my captivate again.
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Connection may be different, but could it be customized or modded to work? Little more solder, epoxy, jb weld, maybe even built-in usb and a switch, who knows? Haven't taken mine apart to check it out in the week I've had it.

I need two (2) ffc... anyone?

Hey everyone... im trying to get two ffc one for my vibrant and one for my wifes so if anyone has anyleft or know a link to where i can get them... i would really appreciate if u can provideme with those... im willing to pay 30 for each... found one place but its like 50 or so for each and another place for 33 but have to buy minimum of 4... soi would really thank you all if anyone can help me...
danalex0829 said:
Hey everyone... im trying to get two ffc one for my vibrant and one for my wifes so if anyone has anyleft or know a link to where i can get them... i would really appreciate if u can provideme with those... im willing to pay 30 for each... found one place but its like 50 or so for each and another place for 33 but have to buy minimum of 4... soi would really thank you all if anyone can help me...
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i just can tell you to search it on ebay , if non, google it...or just search for the i9000 ffc...its like the same
I have one you can have for $30 shipped. Just let me know if you want it.
Typos and other gibberish courtesy of Swype
http://www.mobiletechvideos.com/blog
Look under products section...
He also has a great video tutorial
on how to install the ffc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zyGNJ0lIug8&feature=youtu.be
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sold 10char
anthonys2r said:
I ordered the 3 minimum from globaldirect (the new 4g cameras). I dont have them at hand but if you're interest in taking them off my hands once I get them (ill only use one, will have 2 extra) we can work something out
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New 4G cameras? Are you referring to the Samsung Galaxy S 4G's camera?
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Samsung-T-mobile-Galaxy-S-Vibrant-T959-Camera-p/smsng6085857.htm
There's also the i9000 camera...
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-i9000-Camera-p/smsng6087125.htm
So the camera for the Galaxy S 4G is compatible with our Vibrants?
Thats the same question i was aking myself...? On which i posted another thread... and supposedly they do work... so will be ordering those i guess and just sellthe extra one
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Any update on the banding with the new "4G" Cameras? They are currently out of stock with the first linked "4G" camera, but have the I9000 in stock. I'm looking for the best one...
Those that bought the 4g ffc's should let us know how they work out.
The way I understand it, banding aside, is that the 4g cams will only work on a rom based off the t959v (Vibrant 4g) rom, which at the moment is only Bionix Frost. The i9000 ffc will work with everything else, including Bi-Winning and Simply Honey, and also any 2.2 roms if you push the ffc mod files that can be downloaded from the ffc support thread in the dev section.
I originally wanted a 4g cam, but then learned this and decided to go with the i9k instead. It seemed to have much more support in the chance I have functionality issues.
sooo..does anybody have an extra i9000 ffc the v0.2 one that i can buy off them?
killa-kali said:
sooo..does anybody have an extra i9000 ffc the v0.2 one that i can buy off them?
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Go to mobiletechvideos - he has them for sale. Also, having just bought one, I'll add that he's great at sending it quick and helping you troubleshoot any issues.
i was going to get one off his site, but he is currently all sold out..and he has no idea when he will get some more in. =/
If you have already made the ffc hole and want to play with something else while you wait for the v2 or the 4g ffc cam, I can sell you a spare v1FFC I still have. It would be $20-25 shipped. Let me know if you are interested.
Thanks bro, I appreciate it..but I haven't even started anything yet, and just want to do it all at once with the V2 ffc.
They are out of stock almost everywhere but you can preorder it and get2 for 80 at mobile tech videos
I have a a V1 if your interested.
I would check globaldirectparts. They normally keep ffcs in stock. I work on phones for a living and that's where I get my parts from.
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anthonys2r said:
I ordered the 3 minimum from globaldirect (the new 4g cameras). I dont have them at hand but if you're interest in taking them off my hands once I get them (ill only use one, will have 2 extra) we can work something out
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i'm interested. thanks
i have some extra's also willing to sell 50$

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