I wouldn’t count on it. They’re different sizes
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Entropy@lemmy.blahaj.zone 10 months ago
I’m just hoping once the new screen goes up on ifixit that it’s compatible with older models. That way I don’t have to buy a whole new deck if I want the screen, I can just upgrade my launch model.
hardaysknight@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Entropy@lemmy.blahaj.zone 10 months ago
Yes but they accomplished that by reducing the size of the bezels, like what Nintendo did with the OLED switch. The screen unit itself has the same footprint as the old one
Kbobabob@lemmy.world 10 months ago
If it has the same footprint why would they need to make the bezels smaller? The screen is 7.4". I think the old one is 7.0". If we can replace the whole front and the glass then we should be able to upgrade.
Entropy@lemmy.blahaj.zone 10 months ago
The glass and the screen itself are one cohesive piece. What I’m trying to say is that the glass on the new screen is the same size as the previous screen, and the glass is how the screen is adhered to the front of the case so as long as there’s nothing crazy going on on the back side and it uses the same connector it should be interchangeable.
Fubarberry@sopuli.xyz 10 months ago
That would be sweet, hopefully the larger battery as well.
narshee@iusearchlinux.fyi 10 months ago
It’s officially not compatible. www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfulSFtsH0c&t=490s
I am sure it can be done, as people also solder other memory onto steam decks
Entropy@lemmy.blahaj.zone 10 months ago
Damn, I’ll have to watch that when I get off work. Hopefully there’s a simple fix, like a ribbon cable adapter or something