I Tried Building an iPhone for 100

Hey everyone, Sarah here! So, the other day, I did something really silly—I completely shattered my brand-new iPhone 15. Ugh, right? Naturally, my first thought was to check how much Apple would charge me for the repair. I nearly fell out of my chair when I saw the price: $200! That’s insane! For that amount, I might as well buy a new phone. But then, I remembered how ridiculously expensive new iPhones are—$1,200! That got me thinking: why on earth are they so expensive when it’s just a bunch of metal pieces put together?

So, I had this crazy idea. Why not build my own iPhone? I mean, how hard could it be? I hopped onto eBay and found the back of an iPhone for just $12. It got me thinking—if the back is only $12, maybe I could buy the screen, battery, and other parts separately and build an entire iPhone for around $100. We’ve been getting scammed by Apple all this time!

The Quest for Affordable Parts

ipad case with bluetooth my mission in mind, I started scouring the internet for the parts I needed. eBay, Alibaba, AliExpress—you name it, I checked it. I found parts at unbelievably cheap prices. After hours of searching, I ordered everything: the screen, the battery, the camera, and even the smallest screws. Two weeks later, all the parts arrived, and I was ready to build my iPhone.

The Building Process Begins

With all the parts laid out and a trusty screwdriver in hand, I felt like a true technician. I had YouTube tutorials queued up to guide me through each step. How hard could it be? I mean, it’s just assembling some pieces, right?

The first thing I realized was that I didn’t have any screws. I had assumed the parts would come with screws. Big mistake. So, I had to open up an old iPhone 14 I had lying around and salvage its screws. This involved handling some potentially dangerous broken glass, but I had my protective eyewear on and felt ready for the challenge.

The First Hurdles

Opening the old iPhone and extracting the screws was just the beginning. As I started piecing together my new iPhone, I quickly realized I was in over my head. The parts were tiny and numerous, and despite the detailed tutorials, I found myself stuck on the simplest steps.

To add to my frustration, I didn’t order the buttons. I spent hours trying to get the screws to fit, only to realize I was missing crucial parts. I was on the verge of giving up when I broke the front camera—a part that took three weeks to arrive! This project was quickly turning into a nightmare.

Day Two: Renewed Determination

After a frustrating first day, I decided to take a break and return with fresh energy. I finally had the buttons, so I started assembling again. But the complexity of the task was overwhelming. After hours of fumbling, I was ready to quit.

I had to step back and rethink my strategy. I needed help. That’s when I remembered James, a friend who is a skilled phone technician. I reached out to him, hoping he could guide me through the process.

Expert Help Arrives

James was a lifesaver. He came over, took one look at my mess of parts, and immediately knew what to do. He guided me step-by-step, teaching me how to hold a screwdriver properly, where each part went, and how to handle the delicate components.

James showed me how to connect the buttons, the motherboard, and all the other tiny parts. It was like assembling a giant, intricate puzzle. He also pointed out that I was missing a crucial component: the motherboard, which cost an additional $200. My budget was blown, but I was determined to see this through.

The Final Steps

After several hours, we finally had something that looked like an iPhone. It was time for the moment of truth: would it power on? My heart was pounding as we pressed the power button. Nothing happened. I panicked, thinking I had done something wrong. Then James asked, “Did you connect the battery?” Oops. Once we connected the battery, we tried again. The screen lit up!

I couldn’t believe it—we had built a working iPhone! Despite going over budget, I was ecstatic. The experience of building my own phone, the time spent with friends, and the skills I learned along the way were priceless.

Final Thoughts

In the end, my goal of building an iPhone for $100 was a bit unrealistic. The total cost came to around $1,300, more than the price of a new iPhone from Apple. But the journey was worth every penny. I learned so much about the inner workings of smartphones and gained a newfound appreciation for the complexity of these devices.

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Building my own iPhone was an adventure filled with challenges, but also one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had. Thanks for following along on my journey. If you enjoyed this video, be sure to subscribe and hit the bell button for more exciting content. See you in the next video!