Idea about modding Xperia X micro-USB to USB-C

[robocopvn]

This just come up in my mind.

The USB-C port is the only thing that I think the Xperia X needs to to have.

After checking the Xperia X teardown videos, we can see that the Micro-USB port on X is totally modular.

Here is the OEM part of this:
http://www.witrigs.com/oem-charging-port-flex-for-sony-xperia-x

So is there any chance that we can mod this up to USB-C, with a few works on the bottom casing ?

 

[robocopvn]

The USB-C Charging port modular on XZ premium looks very alike, at least to me :|

Both of them use 20 pins connector

http://www.witrigs.com/oem-charging-port-for-sony-xperia-xz-premium

And the USB-C port modular of the X-compact is also very similar:

http://www.witrigs.com/oem-charging-port-for-sony-xperia-x-compact

 

[FoxTheLegend]

This just come up in my mind.

The USB-C port is the only thing that I think the Xperia X needs to to have.

After checking the Xperia X teardown videos, we can see that the Micro-USB port on X is totally modular.

Here is the OEM part of this:
http://www.witrigs.com/oem-charging-port-flex-for-sony-xperia-x

So is there any chance that we can mod this up to USB-C, with a few works on the bottom casing ?

Hmmm... Sounds like a decent idea. I don't really love having to heat up the back of the phone to remove the cover, and possibly reapply adhesive for this, but hey, if it's beneficial, why not. I have no warranty to lose anyway.
Are you thinking of doing it? I guess the bottom part would require some modding for a bit more space to be done. (the triangular sides)

 

[robocopvn]

Hmmm... Sounds like a decent idea. I don't really love having to heat up the back of the phone to remove the cover, and possibly reapply adhesive for this, but hey, if it's beneficial, why not. I have no warranty to lose anyway.
Are you thinking of doing it? I guess the bottom part would require some modding for a bit more space to be done. (the triangular sides)

I'm thinking of doing this, after my warranty expire in 04/2018

According to this video, I think it's really possible: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntK_cytm1m8

 

[FoxTheLegend]

I'm thinking of doing this, after my warranty expire in 04/2018

According to this video, I think it's really possible: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntK_cytm1m8

I wondered about a few things I hope you can enlighten me.

1) How do we close the panel after removing it? Do I need to buy adhesive for it or is it reusable?
* I saw the video, turns out he replaces the adhesive, still wonder if its necessary
2) Is it possible to mod the phone by replacing some parts with the xperia X performance? I mean, they are very similar, and I wonder if you can for example change the battery or something like that. It sounds pretty risky though, since it wasn't designed for the model

 

[ggh95]

will it work ? i want to do it too ^^

 

[robocopvn]

I wondered about a few things I hope you can enlighten me.

1) How do we close the panel after removing it? Do I need to buy adhesive for it or is it reusable?
* I saw the video, turns out he replaces the adhesive, still wonder if its necessary
2) Is it possible to mod the phone by replacing some parts with the xperia X performance? I mean, they are very similar, and I wonder if you can for example change the battery or something like that. It sounds pretty risky though, since it wasn't designed for the model

1/ In the past, all the Z lines-up will need to replace the adhesive, for one important reason, keep the dust/water resistance of the device. X doesn't have the official IP rating, so I don't really think we "have to" replace. However, in the process of taking things out and in, I think it's a better way of doing thing. Plus, the adhesive is dirt cheap.

2./ This is the off-topic question. And personally I don't think we really need to have the X performance battery, because they're not that difference and all the front - rear cameras, speakers v.v. is basically the same.

we love to have USB-C on the X

 

[robocopvn]

will it work ? i want to do it too ^^

Can you try? I'm not a really good mechanic.

 

[YasuHamed]

hmmm since i will have to Tear down Xperia X for installing usb modular....
how about replacing BATTERY also? 2300mAH is horrible battery life!

 

[FoxTheLegend]

1/ In the past, all the Z lines-up will need to replace the adhesive, for one important reason, keep the dust/water resistance of the device. X doesn't have the official IP rating, so I don't really think we "have to" replace. However, in the process of taking things out and in, I think it's a better way of doing thing. Plus, the adhesive is dirt cheap.

2./ This is the off-topic question. And personally I don't think we really need to have the X performance battery, because they're not that difference and all the front - rear cameras, speakers v.v. is basically the same.

we love to have USB-C on the X

The adhesive costs 2.50 € here In my place.. yeah nothing I can't afford to have a usb c port

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hmmm since i will have to Tear down Xperia X for installing usb modular....
how about replacing BATTERY also? 2300mAH is horrible battery life!

Agreed I'm also thinking about battery butter I worry about compatibility and problems

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The adhesive costs 2.50 € here In my place.. yeah nothing I can't afford to have a usb c port

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Agreed I'm also thinking about battery butter I worry about compatibility and problems

2700mah

 

[robocopvn]

hmmm since i will have to Tear down Xperia X for installing usb modular....
how about replacing BATTERY also? 2300mAH is horrible battery life!

You must be mistake of the Xperia XA.

Please check it:

http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=7948&idPhone2=7949&idPhone3=7950

XA: 2300 mah
X: 2620mah
X per: 2700mah

I don't see any point we should take a risk for only 80mah increment

 

[FoxTheLegend]

You must be mistake of the Xperia XA.

Please check it:

http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=7948&idPhone2=7949&idPhone3=7950

XA: 2300 mah
X: 2620mah
X per: 2700mah

I don't see any point we should take a risk for only 80mah increment

I think he means a completely different battery, which would be nearly impossible / dangerous /risky

 

[ggh95]

The adhesive costs 2.50 € here In my place.. yeah nothing I can't afford to have a usb c port

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Agreed I'm also thinking about battery butter I worry about compatibility and problems

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2700mah

For the battery we can try it too like some people did for the s6 they used the battery of s7 edge and it worked...

But for the usb c i just have to change the charging port?

 

[FoxTheLegend]

For the battery we can try it too like some people did for the s6 they used the battery of s7 edge and it worked...

But for the usb c i just have to change the charging port?

No, you also need to mod a hotel the bottom plastic to make space. Nothing crazy. Other than that it sounds like a simple mod but I would want an expert to state an opinion

 

[ggh95]

No, you also need to mod a hotel the bottom plastic to make space. Nothing crazy. Other than that it sounds like a simple mod but I would want an expert to state an opinion

yeah need a opinion too ^^

 

[YasuHamed]

You must be mistake of the Xperia XA.

Please check it:

http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=7948&idPhone2=7949&idPhone3=7950

XA: 2300 mah
X: 2620mah
X per: 2700mah

I don't see any point we should take a risk for only 80mah increment

nevertheless i want battery 3400mah packed in xperia x
I have to cary powerbank 5000mah all the times! X drains out horribly!

 

[ggh95]

any news???

 

[FoxTheLegend]

any news???

Not from me

 

[robocopvn]

Some true engineers needed here !

 

[FoxTheLegend]

It's too early for us regular guys to risk it, and sadly I doubt a DIY pro would bother with the X. Patience I guess