Next OGDS batch ETA?

[loopy]

Ok, i was scrolling through recent forum posts, and i think the reason they stopped was due to a lack of ribbon cables? Since the sales tend to last at least a couple days...

It's not the cables. I couldn't build as many boards last time because I've used up my supply of LCD connectors. They've been out of production for years. There are no compatible alternatives. The installation process needs to be changed, board redesigned. I'm working on it but don't expect to have more in stock before the end of the year.

[EliasMorals]

Ok, i was scrolling through recent forum posts, and i think the reason they stopped was due to a lack of ribbon cables? Since the sales tend to last at least a couple days...

It's not the cables. I couldn't build as many boards last time because I've used up my supply of LCD connectors. They've been out of production for years. There are no compatible alternatives. The installation process needs to be changed, board redesigned. I'm working on it but don't expect to have more in stock before the end of the year.

Oh gosh! Didn't know that happened! Hopefully you're able to figure out what to do soon!

[DSFanatic239]

It's not the cables. I couldn't build as many boards last time because I've used up my supply of LCD connectors. They've been out of production for years. There are no compatible alternatives. The installation process needs to be changed, board redesigned. I'm working on it but don't expect to have more in stock before the end of the year.

When will you get flex cables in stock again?

[loopy]

If you mean the small postage-stamp sized ones, never.
The newer design is already done and samples ordered.

[EliasMorals]

Nice!

Just so I'm clear in what you're saying, you have the flex cables back, but now you're trying to make the new card design? Or is the design fully done and you need to practice installing it?

[loopy]

Still working on a new board design.

[DSFanatic239]

damnit, looks like I'll just have to wait for the new DS capture card to be finished, it'll probably be even better so I guess it's worth the wait. I'll just search for people who already own the flex cable

[loopy]

Board done. I'm pretty happy with it. Installation looks cleaner (don't need to remove stylus holder / plug up the hole) and changed to a USB-C connector. I looked into adding audio capture but decided against it, would've needed a complete redesign and I'd rather spend my time elsewhere. Oh well.

[EliasMorals]

Ooooh nice!

I'm kind of glad I get to keep thr stylus holder with this new design! And USB-C, at least today, is gonna be much more easy than MicroUSB since a lot of things are starting to use USB-C.

Will they cost the same amount or be more expensive or cheaper or..?

[loopy]

Will they cost the same amount or be more expensive or cheaper or..?

Same.