FunnyPlaying IPS V2 for the Gameboy Advance | Review and Tutorial | Retro Renew

Is the FunnyPlaying IPS V2 kit for the Gameboy Advance the end all be all backlight mod? Should we ever consider doing an AGS-101 mod with these newer kits on the market? Let’s find out!

In today’s episode of Retro Renew, we’re going to review and install the second version of the IPS kit from FunnyPlaying for the original Game Boy Advance. This kit has several improvements over the V1. Let's see how it stacks up against the AGS-101 LCD. This should be an interesting build! I hope you enjoy it!

So here's what you will find in this video:
► 0:00 Episode Prelude
► 1:04 Overview of all the Components of the build
► 4:28 Let’s Start the Install!
► 9:28 Install Complete! Lets see the Results and talk Pros and Cons
► 11:50 Side by Side Comparison: The AGS-101 vs. FunnyPlaying IPS V2

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