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== More mods == | == More mods == | ||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1iqovxw/fixed_the_sound/ Speaker replacement] | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1hsrw3s/here_a_few_more_custom_battery_covers_flat_ones/ Custom battery covers] | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1idv41l/some_questions_about_apps_and_oc/ Heatsink and Fan] | |||
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== Battery extender with 2*18650 Li-Ion == | == Battery extender with 2*18650 Li-Ion == | ||
Reddit | |||
{{Warning |This modification is unsafe. These 18650 Li-ion batteries can get very hot, possibly softening the plastic and causing catastrophic damage. If these batteries get damaged (e.g., R36S gets dropped and batteries get damaged), it can cause "thermal runaway", reaching internal battery temperatures of up to 1000 degrees celsius. This can nearly instantly kill the console, and can seriously harm you due to burns and toxic fumes. Heatsinks WILL NOT help with this.}} | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1j3kb9z/battery_extender_with_218650_liion/ Battery extender with 2*18650 Li-Ion] | |||
Cover for 2 battery 3.7V Lithium 18650 with USB-C charging module. | Cover for 2 battery 3.7V Lithium 18650 with USB-C charging module. | ||
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You need : | You need : | ||
1 x 3.7V Lithium Battery Charger 5V 1A 2A Li-ion Lipo Battery Charging Protect | * 1 x 3.7V Lithium Battery Charger 5V 1A 2A Li-ion Lipo Battery Charging Protect | ||
2 x Battery Shrapnel 18650 Battery Spring Positive And Negative Contact (need cut 2 spirale on negative contact) | * 2 x Battery Shrapnel 18650 Battery Spring Positive And Negative Contact (need cut 2 spirale on negative contact) | ||
1x JST 1.25mm PH2.0 XH2.54 2 Pin Male Plug (15cm) | * 1x JST 1.25mm PH2.0 XH2.54 2 Pin Male Plug (15cm) | ||
File for 3D Print : | File for 3D Print : | ||
https://cults3d.com/fr/mod%C3%A8le-3d/gadget/18650-cover-for-r36s | * https://cults3d.com/fr/mod%C3%A8le-3d/gadget/18650-cover-for-r36s | ||
You can use this [https://www.nkon.nl/fr/inr18650-mj1-3500mah-10a.html 3500mAh battery] | You can use this [https://www.nkon.nl/fr/inr18650-mj1-3500mah-10a.html 3500mAh battery] to extend your battery to 7000mAh, but temperatures can and will rise, and can have severe battery health impact, alongside other things. | ||
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== "Ultimate R36S" by Swimming-Emphasis-91 == | == "Ultimate R36S" by Swimming-Emphasis-91 == | ||
Reddit thread with lots of info and links to parts and guides: https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1hj43z1/my_perhaps_ultimate_r36s/ | Reddit thread with lots of info and links to parts and guides: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1hj43z1/my_perhaps_ultimate_r36s/ My (perhaps) ultimate R36S] | ||
* Hall | * Hall-Effect Joysticks | ||
* Heatsink | * Heatsink | ||
* Inbuilt Wi-Fi | * Inbuilt Wi-Fi | ||
* Inbuilt Bluetooth | * Inbuilt Bluetooth | ||
* Silence | * Silence Tactile Buttons | ||
* Anatomic | * Anatomic Shoulder Buttons | ||
* Rumble | * Rumble Motor | ||
* Theme | * Theme Modification | ||
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== Shoulder Buttons / Noise Reduction == | == Shoulder Buttons / Noise Reduction == | ||
{{Clickable button 3|[[R36S Shoulder Button Upgrade|↪ R36S Shoulder Button Upgrade Tutorial]]}} | {{Clickable button 3|[[R36S Shoulder Button Upgrade|↪ R36S Shoulder Button Upgrade Tutorial]]}} | ||
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVW6Jb_CmSA R36S shoulder button noise reduction (silent mod)] | '''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVW6Jb_CmSA '''R36S shoulder button noise reduction (silent mod)'''] | ||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVW6Jb_CmSA</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVW6Jb_CmSA</youtube> | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/ | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bqvnf4/epic_foam_mod_for_r36s/ '''Epic Foam Mod for R36S''' - u/sniper257] | |||
<gallery widths="300px" heights="300px" perrow="5"> | <gallery widths="300px" heights="300px" perrow="5"> | ||
348501772-bb1ebb64-d556-4376-9880-674f929c4c5e.jpg | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/ | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1b9yll0/button_silencer_mod_progress_trigger_and_face/ '''Trigger and Face Button Fix/Membranes''' - u/potatowalrus] | |||
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button-silencer-mod-progress-trigger-and-face-button-fix-v0-dbad5jkft5nc1.webp | |||
button-silencer-mod-progress-trigger-and-face-button-fix-v0-o844efkft5nc1.webp | |||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/194qt67/anyone_have_a_fix_for_the_stiffloud_shoulder/ '''Solder new tactile/silent switches''' - u/kakashihokage] | |||
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anyone-have-a-fix-for-the-stiff-loud-shoulder-buttons-v0-crxbzrn15zfc1.webp | |||
Screenshot 2024-09-06 at 23-17-36 Silent Silicone TACT Push Button Switch 8X8x5mm 4PIN Micro Key Power Tactile Switches 8 8 5MM - AliExpress.png | Screenshot 2024-09-06 at 23-17-36 Silent Silicone TACT Push Button Switch 8X8x5mm 4PIN Micro Key Power Tactile Switches 8 8 5MM - AliExpress.png | ||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fo735r/comment/lrea2bl/?context=3 What kind of tactile switches does the R36S use] | |||
< | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fo735r/comment/lrea2bl/?context=3 '''What kind of tactile switches does the R36S use'''] | ||
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== D-pad and Buttons Fix / Improvement == | == D-pad and Buttons Fix / Improvement == | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdEz1wPnyk0 R36S Teardown & DPAD/Button Fix] | '''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdEz1wPnyk0 '''R36S Teardown & DPAD/Button Fix'''] | ||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdEz1wPnyk0</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdEz1wPnyk0</youtube> | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNSs9Wn8bjw R36S D-pad: 3-minute | |||
'''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNSs9Wn8bjw R36S D-pad: '''3-minute Fix Challenge'''] | |||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNSs9Wn8bjw</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNSs9Wn8bjw</youtube> | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1Tl63tKERI R36S Disassembly Tips - Improve Buttons] | |||
'''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1Tl63tKERI '''R36S Disassembly Tips - Improve Buttons'''] | |||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1Tl63tKERI</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1Tl63tKERI</youtube> | ||
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== Joystick Mods == | == Joystick Mods == | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_RtoU3jH8 R36S | Hall Effect Joystick Upgrade | Tutorial] | '''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_RtoU3jH8 '''R36S | Hall-Effect Joystick Upgrade | Tutorial'''] | ||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_RtoU3jH8</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_RtoU3jH8</youtube> | ||
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X00lNVtyY5I Change / Upgrade R36S | |||
'''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X00lNVtyY5I '''Change / Upgrade R36S Controls: Hall Effect'''] | |||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X00lNVtyY5I</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X00lNVtyY5I</youtube> | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f09ia6/small_upgrade_of_analog_sticks/ Small | |||
< | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f09ia6/small_upgrade_of_analog_sticks/ '''Small Upgrade of Analog Sticks''' - u/Fusko24] | ||
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[https://www.printables.com/search/models?q=r36s Lots of | == CAD Models and 3D Printing Files == | ||
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'''Printables:''' [https://www.printables.com/search/models?q=r36s '''Lots of Different 3D Models on Printables.com'''] | |||
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Screenshot 2024-09-06 at 23-35-56 r36s Printables.png | |||
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[https://www.printables.com/de/model/ | '''Printables:''' [https://www.printables.com/de/model/766529-r36s-reference-cad-model '''R36S Reference CAD Model'''] | ||
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[https://www. | '''Printables:''' [https://www.printables.com/de/model/794361-r36s-shoulder-buttons '''R36S Shoulder Buttons'''] | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/ | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bfo1mp/better_buttons_for_r36s/ '''Better Buttons for R36S''' - u/Snoo74895] | |||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1ablo5b/created_a_r36s_case/ R36S Case ] | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1avsejt/i_designed_3d_printable_case_and_clip_on_screen/ '''Case and Clip on Screen Cover''' - u/potatowalrus] | |||
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i-designed-some-accessories-for-the-r36s-case-and-clip-on-v0-0snj1idkwsjc1.webp | |||
i-designed-some-accessories-for-the-r36s-case-and-clip-on-v0-1e0rogdkwsjc1.webp | |||
i-designed-some-accessories-for-the-r36s-case-and-clip-on-v0-eh6f1idkwsjc1.webp | |||
i-designed-some-accessories-for-the-r36s-case-and-clip-on-v0-hiwfrfdkwsjc1.webp | |||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1b8dzwr/introducing_the_r36s_3_in_1_case_grip_fileslinks/ '''R36S 3 in 1 Case Grip''' - u/potatowalrus] | |||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1ablo5b/created_a_r36s_case/ '''R36S Case''' - u/doggyworld4082] | |||
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created-a-r36s-case-v0-dpevfi9z4tec1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1ablo5b/created_a_r36s_case/ | created-a-r36s-case-v0-dpevfi9z4tec1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1ablo5b/created_a_r36s_case/ | ||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/ | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fiucg8/full_case_replacement_for_r36s_available_for_3d/ '''Full Case Replacement for R36S''' - firezenk] | ||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fja5nm/made_some_improved_buttons/ '''Improved Buttons''' - aggrohaze88] | |||
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Improved buttons by aggrohaze88 1.jpg | |||
Improved buttons by aggrohaze88 2.jpg | |||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fl5hfw/3d_printed_hand_held_stand/ '''3D Printed Handheld Stand''' - dovgro] | |||
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3D printed hand held stand by dovgro 1.webp | |||
3D printed hand held stand by dovgro 2.webp | |||
3D printed hand held stand by dovgro 3.webp | |||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fld61k/powerup/ PowerUp | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fld61k/powerup/ '''PowerUp''' - 2BitePie] | ||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fw11do/free_r36s_dpad_collection/ Free R36S D- | |||
< | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fw11do/free_r36s_dpad_collection/ '''Free R36S D-Pad Collection''' - firezenk] | ||
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== Internal WiFi Mods == | == Internal WiFi Mods == | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dl1tew/wifi_mod/ | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dl1tew/wifi_mod/ '''WiFi Mod'''] | ||
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WZhDmm7DKg R36s Internal WiFi Mod - Detailed Description and Device Teardown] | |||
'''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WZhDmm7DKg '''R36s Internal WiFi Mod - Detailed Description and Device Teardown'''] | |||
<youtube width="400">2WZhDmm7DKg</youtube> | <youtube width="400">2WZhDmm7DKg</youtube> | ||
<br> | <br> | ||
=== Wi-Fi | |||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1nk98li/wifi_module_installation/ Soldered | |||
=== Wi-Fi Module on the V21 Board === | |||
{{Clickable button 3|[[R36S Internal WiFi Mod|↪ R36S/R36H Internal WiFi Mod]]}} | |||
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<li style="display: inline-block; vertical-align: top;"> [[File:R36S Internal WiFi Mod page screenshot.jpg|thumb|none|400px|[[R36S Internal WiFi Mod|R36S/R36H Internal WiFi Mod]]]] </li> | |||
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'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1nk98li/wifi_module_installation/ '''Soldered WiFi Module on the V21 Board''' - u/alexbaiken] | |||
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wi-fi-module-installation-v0-7331cxg7kxpf1.webp | wi-fi-module-installation-v0-7331cxg7kxpf1.webp | ||
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== Rumble / Vibration Motor == | == Rumble / Vibration Motor == | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dum19x/rumblevibration_in_r36s/ Rumble/Vibration in R36S ] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dum19x/rumblevibration_in_r36s/ '''Rumble/Vibration in R36S''' - u/KST-aka-Giga_Chad] | ||
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rumble-vibration-in-r36s-v0-ec6o3bvyncad1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dum19x/rumblevibration_in_r36s/ | rumble-vibration-in-r36s-v0-ec6o3bvyncad1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dum19x/rumblevibration_in_r36s/ | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dtavbx/my_first_mods/ Rumble | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dtavbx/my_first_mods/ '''Rumble Motor, Heatsink and Wrist Cord''' - u/paulosincos] | |||
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my-first-mods-v0-r0dykitjm0ad1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dtavbx/my_first_mods/ | my-first-mods-v0-r0dykitjm0ad1.webp|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dtavbx/my_first_mods/ | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1929ypq/r35s_r36s_vibration_motor_mod/ R35S / R36S Vibration Motor Mod] | |||
'''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1929ypq/r35s_r36s_vibration_motor_mod/ '''R35S / R36S Vibration Motor Mod'''] | |||
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ly3b1hcckdbc1.jpeg |link=https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1929ypq/r35s_r36s_vibration_motor_mod/ | ly3b1hcckdbc1.jpeg |link=https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1929ypq/r35s_r36s_vibration_motor_mod/ | ||
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YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKbJCWWsCHU Enable RUMBLE / VIBRATION on R36S and R35S for $1!] | '''YouTube:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKbJCWWsCHU '''Enable RUMBLE / VIBRATION on R36S and R35S for $1!'''] | ||
<youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKbJCWWsCHU</youtube> | <youtube width="400">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKbJCWWsCHU</youtube> | ||
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=== Active Cooling === | === Active Cooling === | ||
==== Mod 1 - u/nikonair ==== | ==== Mod 1 - u/nikonair ==== | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f3k1v4/r36s_heatsink_mod_and_thermal_performance_testing/ R36S heatsink mod and thermal performance testing.] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f3k1v4/r36s_heatsink_mod_and_thermal_performance_testing/ R36S heatsink mod and thermal performance testing.] | ||
Tools: [https://github.com/Nikonair/perf-grabber Performance data collector for R36S consoles] | '''Tools:''' [https://github.com/Nikonair/perf-grabber Performance data collector for R36S consoles] | ||
===== Heatsink Mod ===== | ===== Heatsink Mod ===== | ||
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==== Mod 2 - u/snacktivism==== | ==== Mod 2 - u/snacktivism==== | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1r4bv0z/internal_active_cooling/ Internal Active Cooling] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1r4bv0z/internal_active_cooling/ Internal Active Cooling] | ||
'''Parts List:''' | '''Parts List:''' | ||
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=== Passive Cooling === | === Passive Cooling === | ||
==== Mod 1 - u/Skromnjaga==== | ==== Mod 1 - u/Skromnjaga==== | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1997oif/one_week_with_r36s_upgradesmodsplans/ One week with R36S. Upgrades/mods/plans.] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/SBCGaming/comments/1997oif/one_week_with_r36s_upgradesmodsplans/ One week with R36S. Upgrades/mods/plans.] | ||
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==== Mod 2 - u/kingElec==== | ==== Mod 2 - u/kingElec==== | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bhutlz/cheap_and_easy_heatsink_mod_found_on_amazon_2_for/ Cheap and easy heatsink mod.] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bhutlz/cheap_and_easy_heatsink_mod_found_on_amazon_2_for/ Cheap and easy heatsink mod.] | ||
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==== Mod 3 - u/kingElec==== | ==== Mod 3 - u/kingElec==== | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bqz8q7/heatsink_mod_shown_by_ukingelec_i_drilled_some/ Heatsink mod shown.] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bqz8q7/heatsink_mod_shown_by_ukingelec_i_drilled_some/ Heatsink mod shown.] | ||
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==== Mod 4 - u/gendou_neoretrogamer==== | ==== Mod 4 - u/gendou_neoretrogamer==== | ||
Reddit: [https://reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dvi7qt/i_installed_a_m2_heatsink_on_my_r36s_chipset_fits/ I installed a M2 heatsink on my R36S chipset. Fits perfect.] | '''Reddit:''' [https://reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1dvi7qt/i_installed_a_m2_heatsink_on_my_r36s_chipset_fits/ I installed a M2 heatsink on my R36S chipset. Fits perfect.] | ||
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== Misc Mods == | == Misc Mods == | ||
[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1cp9a3m/all_white_mod_is_coming_together_nicely/ All white mod is coming together nicely] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1cp9a3m/all_white_mod_is_coming_together_nicely/ '''All white mod is coming together nicely''' - u/Mysterious-Still-787] | ||
<gallery widths="300px" heights="300px" perrow="5"> | <gallery widths="300px" heights="300px" perrow="5"> | ||
all-white-mod-is-coming-together-nicely-v0-m8hgikq48qzc1.webp | all-white-mod-is-coming-together-nicely-v0-m8hgikq48qzc1.webp | ||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1e8vhd9/console_modded_without_spending_a_dollar/ Console modded without spending a Dollar] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1e8vhd9/console_modded_without_spending_a_dollar/ '''Console modded without spending a Dollar''' - u/Global_Guest_2183] | ||
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console-modded-without-spending-a-dollar-v0-4q1yqu41kxdd1.webp | console-modded-without-spending-a-dollar-v0-4q1yqu41kxdd1.webp | ||
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=== Tape & Vinyl Mods === | === Tape & Vinyl Mods === | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bzsvnd/the_best_r36s_mod_is_black_tape_over_the_blue/ The best R36S mod is black tape over the blue light | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bzsvnd/the_best_r36s_mod_is_black_tape_over_the_blue/ '''The best R36S mod is black tape over the blue light''' - u/WWWWWWVWWWWWWWWWWWWV] | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bzi5w4/tried_my_hand_at_a_battery_wrap_design/ Tried my hand at a battery wrap design] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1bzi5w4/tried_my_hand_at_a_battery_wrap_design/ '''Tried my hand at a battery wrap design''' - u/sniper257] | ||
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=== Cardboard Mods === | === Cardboard Mods === | ||
==== Miniature Arcade Model Stand ==== | ==== Miniature Arcade Model Stand ==== | ||
The mod was free, but now it can only be purchased officially via [https://www.etsy.com/de/listing/1832032051/r36s-diy-arcade-schrank-vorlage-retro etsy] | |||
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[https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1eojnqh/safety_cord/ Safety Cord] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1eojnqh/safety_cord/ '''Safety Cord''' - Anbernic RG Vita] | ||
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=== 3D Printed Mods === | === 3D Printed Mods === | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f199gc/r36s_clear_resin_buttons/ R36S Clear Resin Buttons] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1f199gc/r36s_clear_resin_buttons/ R36S Clear Resin Buttons] | ||
Parts List: [https://www.printables.com/search/models?ctx=models&q=R36S Printables] | Parts List: [https://www.printables.com/search/models?ctx=models&q=R36S Printables] | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fab572/behold_the_the_playstation_mod/ The PlayStation Mod] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fab572/behold_the_the_playstation_mod/ The PlayStation Mod] | ||
Parts List: [https://cults3d.com/en/design-collections/OptimusRex/r36s-modding Cults3D] | Parts List: [https://cults3d.com/en/design-collections/OptimusRex/r36s-modding Cults3D] | ||
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=== Paint Jobs === | === Paint Jobs === | ||
Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1r9x7ye/r36s_zelda_edition '''Zelda Edition''' - u/TeaProfessional5670] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1r9x7ye/r36s_zelda_edition '''Zelda Edition''' - u/TeaProfessional5670] | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1ff8r01/modified_my_r36s/ '''Multiple Mods''' - DimensionOk3304] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1ff8r01/modified_my_r36s/ '''Multiple Mods''' - DimensionOk3304] | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fjapoj/my_r36s_customized_with_gold_details/ '''R36S Customized with Gold Details''' - jessikarochas] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1fjapoj/my_r36s_customized_with_gold_details/ '''R36S Customized with Gold Details''' - jessikarochas] | ||
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Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1gfpngr/r36s_lettering_paint_tutorial/ '''R36S Lettering Paint Tutorial''' - danewlo] | '''Reddit:''' [https://www.reddit.com/r/R36S/comments/1gfpngr/r36s_lettering_paint_tutorial/ '''R36S Lettering Paint Tutorial''' - danewlo] | ||
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R36S lettering Paint tutorial by danewlo 1.webp | R36S lettering Paint tutorial by danewlo 1.webp | ||
Latest revision as of 08:48, 17 April 2026
Battery extender with 2*18650 Li-Ion[edit]
Warning
Reddit: Battery extender with 2*18650 Li-Ion
Cover for 2 battery 3.7V Lithium 18650 with USB-C charging module.
You need :
- 1 x 3.7V Lithium Battery Charger 5V 1A 2A Li-ion Lipo Battery Charging Protect
- 2 x Battery Shrapnel 18650 Battery Spring Positive And Negative Contact (need cut 2 spirale on negative contact)
- 1x JST 1.25mm PH2.0 XH2.54 2 Pin Male Plug (15cm)
File for 3D Print :
You can use this 3500mAh battery to extend your battery to 7000mAh, but temperatures can and will rise, and can have severe battery health impact, alongside other things.
Modding and Teardown Guide[edit]
"Ultimate R36S" by Swimming-Emphasis-91[edit]
Reddit thread with lots of info and links to parts and guides: My (perhaps) ultimate R36S
- Hall-Effect Joysticks
- Heatsink
- Inbuilt Wi-Fi
- Inbuilt Bluetooth
- Silence Tactile Buttons
- Anatomic Shoulder Buttons
- Rumble Motor
- Theme Modification
Shoulder Buttons / Noise Reduction[edit]
YouTube: R36S shoulder button noise reduction (silent mod)
Reddit: Epic Foam Mod for R36S - u/sniper257
Reddit: Trigger and Face Button Fix/Membranes - u/potatowalrus
Reddit: Solder new tactile/silent switches - u/kakashihokage
Reddit: What kind of tactile switches does the R36S use
D-pad and Buttons Fix / Improvement[edit]
YouTube: R36S Teardown & DPAD/Button Fix
YouTube: R36S D-pad: 3-minute Fix Challenge
YouTube: R36S Disassembly Tips - Improve Buttons
Joystick Mods[edit]
YouTube: R36S | Hall-Effect Joystick Upgrade | Tutorial
YouTube: Change / Upgrade R36S Controls: Hall Effect
Reddit: Small Upgrade of Analog Sticks - u/Fusko24
CAD Models and 3D Printing Files[edit]
Printables: Lots of Different 3D Models on Printables.com
Printables: R36S Reference CAD Model
Printables: R36S Shoulder Buttons
Reddit: Better Buttons for R36S - u/Snoo74895
Reddit: Case and Clip on Screen Cover - u/potatowalrus
Reddit: R36S 3 in 1 Case Grip - u/potatowalrus
Reddit: R36S Case - u/doggyworld4082
Reddit: Full Case Replacement for R36S - firezenk
Reddit: Improved Buttons - aggrohaze88
Reddit: 3D Printed Handheld Stand - dovgro
Reddit: PowerUp - 2BitePie
Reddit: Free R36S D-Pad Collection - firezenk
Internal WiFi Mods[edit]
Reddit: WiFi Mod
YouTube: R36s Internal WiFi Mod - Detailed Description and Device Teardown
Wi-Fi Module on the V21 Board[edit]
Reddit: Soldered WiFi Module on the V21 Board - u/alexbaiken
Rumble / Vibration Motor[edit]
Reddit: Rumble/Vibration in R36S - u/KST-aka-Giga_Chad
Reddit: Rumble Motor, Heatsink and Wrist Cord - u/paulosincos
Reddit: R35S / R36S Vibration Motor Mod
YouTube: Enable RUMBLE / VIBRATION on R36S and R35S for $1!
Internal USB UART Console Mod[edit]
In a very hacker‑friendly move, the manufacturer provided test points for the USB D⁺/D⁻ data lines of the charging port on the PCB. This allows you to add internal USB hardware that can be connected to a PC by plugging a normal USB‑A‑to‑C cable into the charging port (which will still charge the R36S at the same time). The test points are on the “bottom” side of the PCB; you have to remove the board from the case to access them.
I used this to add a USB‑UART adapter that gives convenient access to the serial console (this will, for some people/situations, be more convenient than plugging in a USB keyboard or using Wi‑Fi + SSH).
I opted for a tiny USB‑UART module from AliExpress because it’s neater, but you can also remove the USB connector of any other one. Beware that the UART side must use 3.3 V signals (not 5 V). This pulls the 3.3 V power supply from the UART test points on the R36S (note that I set the jumper on the module to 3 V input), which has the downside that the USB device only registers on the host when the R36S is powered up. If I were to do this again, I would find a point to grab the 5 V supply from the charging port instead.
Heatsink Mods[edit]
The R36S handheld can get pretty toasty during marathon gaming sessions, but a few clever cooling tricks can keep it chill. Whether you add some copper sheets, thermal pads, and extra vent holes for passive heat‑spreading or an active cooling fan, these low‑cost mods make a big difference—and your games stay smooth without the sweat.
Active Cooling[edit]
Mod 1 - u/nikonair[edit]
Reddit: R36S heatsink mod and thermal performance testing.
Tools: Performance data collector for R36S consoles
Heatsink Mod[edit]
Performance Testing[edit]
Mod 2 - u/snacktivism[edit]
Reddit: Internal Active Cooling
Parts List:
- Heatsink: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001125438217.html
- Fan: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009111701234.html
- 3D Printed Fan Duct: Metroidians
Passive Cooling[edit]
Mod 1 - u/Skromnjaga[edit]
Reddit: One week with R36S. Upgrades/mods/plans.
Mod 2 - u/kingElec[edit]
Reddit: Cheap and easy heatsink mod.
Mod 3 - u/kingElec[edit]
Reddit: Heatsink mod shown.
Mod 4 - u/gendou_neoretrogamer[edit]
Reddit: I installed a M2 heatsink on my R36S chipset. Fits perfect.
Display Changing Guide[edit]
This is a tutorial to change a broken screen. Device in the video is the R35S, but the process is almost the same for the R36S.
Misc Mods[edit]
Reddit: All white mod is coming together nicely - u/Mysterious-Still-787
Reddit: Console modded without spending a Dollar - u/Global_Guest_2183
Tape & Vinyl Mods[edit]
Reddit: The best R36S mod is black tape over the blue light - u/WWWWWWVWWWWWWWWWWWWV
Reddit: Tried my hand at a battery wrap design - u/sniper257
Cardboard Mods[edit]
Miniature Arcade Model Stand[edit]
The mod was free, but now it can only be purchased officially via etsy
Cardboard Box Grip[edit]
The mod was free, but now it can only be purchased officially via Etsy.
Reddit: Safety Cord - Anbernic RG Vita
3D Printed Mods[edit]
Reddit: R36S Clear Resin Buttons
Parts List: Printables
Reddit: The PlayStation Mod
Parts List: Cults3D
Paint Jobs[edit]
Reddit: Zelda Edition - u/TeaProfessional5670
Reddit: Multiple Mods - DimensionOk3304
Reddit: R36S Customized with Gold Details - jessikarochas
Reddit: R36S Lettering Paint Tutorial - danewlo
Highlight Buttons and Slots with Marker
Other Projects at the Handhelds Wiki
