Much closer in spirit to an AGS-101 screen than IPS kits. Chunkier graphics and brighter tones all draped in decadently vivid colors. Installs so easily. It's a delight. Would purchase this item again.

I really want to recommend this screen as it provides the much needed original GBA color mode that benefits some great games out there, but it's difficult since this mod isn't for everyone.

Who would I recommend this screen to? Anyone who wants to try out the more toned down version of the color palette and is either only replacing the screen (best with the original shell) or is going all out with RetroSix mods (especially the battery).

Here are the glaring issues that accompany this screen mod:
-The screen is very power hungry and requires a higher voltage to to initialize at the time of turning on the device and will glitch out if not met (the device will turn on but the screen will show garbage until restarted). This could be a problem for those using 1.2v rechargeable batteries. They work... until you throw in an audio amp.
-The frame is white and reflects plenty of light if you're using an IPS ready shell. I recommend sticking to the original shell style or use a bit of black tape to cover the frame borders like others here (and myself) have done.
-The screen has a matter finish which results in some rainbowy effect that makes it seems like the screen is a bit dirty. This one's a preference that could go either way, but I find the decision to make this matte a bit odd given the screen lense will still be quite glary.
-The price is much too high for what it offers, but it does provide some unique functionality... but that's subjective.

The good:
-Super easy to install if using an original shell. The no wire flex is convenient but not necessary, I honestly would recommend buying just the screen, ribbon for your GBA model, and controller board and wire the 3 standard wires if you'd like to save some money.
- Color modes and frame blending work really well.

Overall it's a good screen, but the price, the amount of power it requires, and the design choices make this a tough one to recommend easily. In my case, I installed the screen, an led button kit as well as a simple audio amp. These combined will run fine with the clean juice battery mod, but will not with helder's battery mod, FunnyPlaying's, or some of the nameless battery mods you can find off of AliExpress. It also won't run off of 2 brand new alkaline batteries (measured at 3.3v) with these mods...

An alternative to the CleanJuice battery mod, I've opted for using a simple LiPo battery with a charger carrying a built in voltage regulator to provide a constant 3.7v as opposed to the typical diode voltage drop mod.

I've installed about 6 of these screen mods so far and they all have the same shortcomings, so I thought I'd share my experience for anyone who's interested!

Installation was surprisingly easy if you prefer using an OEM shell. HHL delivery was very quick even to Japan (as always, thank you!).

But Anti-glare finish needs to be improved since it's very.... noticeable, as someone pointed out. Maybe Retrosix want to add some classic scent to this display, but it still needs to be improved, or simply remove the finish.

One of the best and easiest installs on the market!

First time doing this and with a simple YouTube video managed to get an OEM screen replaced with this very easily without any soldering. Looks great & Highly recommend.

This is a good product with the ease of use for the settings options and the backlight that it offers, but there are small issues that o had with it after using it for a while.

1. The light bleed shines through the top and bottom of the GBA and is distracting in day to gaming ( more so at night)

Solution: I put Black Electrical Tape on the top and bottom to fix the issue, and it's fantastic👌
(Note: You will have to put it on while the screen is on so you can know we're the borders are to not cover game play)

2. The screen has this weird effect on the screen itself. As if there is grease or butter over the screen. That effect fades over game play, but it was vary noticeable. This effect also makes it hard to see the pixl line change. Looking at the ips v2 that has a clear screen and this one, you can see the difference.

Solution: recommend trying the ips v5 screen. Have the same functionality as the Clean Screen Kit minus the ture Flicker. If the screen effect is an issue for you.