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Anbernic Finally Begins Selling Replacement Parts for Its Handhelds
https://retrohandhelds.gg/anbernic-finally-begins-selling-replacement-parts-for-its-handhelds/
If you’ve ever had a beloved retro handheld turn into a “spicy pillow” (that’s enthusiast-speak for a swollen battery, for the uninitiated), you know the struggle. Until now, your only real option was a desperate prayer to Anbernic support or, worse, throwing the whole device in the trash.
Well, grab your tiny screwdrivers, because Anbernic is finally playing ball. They’ve launched a dedicated replacement parts page, making it possible to actually repair your favorite devices instead of replacing them.
Whether you want to swap out a sticky button, replace a cracked screen, or just refresh a worn-out shell, you can now browse a catalog of parts for most of their lineup. The list includes:
- Essential internals: Motherboards, batteries, and screens.
- Control components: Joysticks, buttons, and conductive rubber pads.
- Aesthetics: Replacement shells to make an old device feel new.
It’s a massive win for sustainability and your wallet. While it’s technically possible to buy every single part for a WIN600 and rebuild it from scratch, it’s probably cheaper to just buy a new one. Still, for the DIY crowd looking to mod or mend, the era of “disposable” handhelds just got a lot more interesting.