This sad but crucial step is an easy one. We need to carefully remove Furby’s fur so that we can access his insides and start transplanting Alexa. Before you start, be sure to remove Furby’s batteries.

Furby’s fur is primarily held on by a small plastic zip tie at his base. Locate the head of the zip tie and snip it off with some wire cutters. We’ll replace this later with a new one. You may need to cut some of the fabric away to expose the head of the zip tie.

Carefully roll Furby’s skin upwards until you reach the faceplate.

Before you can finish removing Furby’s fur, you need to remove his faceplate. Remove the two small screws on either side of his head. There is a small amount of very weak glue securing his fur on the outside of his eyes. Simply pull his fur gently to remove it from this glue.

Finally, there is a small open hook at the top of the faceplate. Unclasp this hook.

The last things holding Furby’s fur in place are his ears. His ears are plastic and have loops at the end; his fur is bound to these loops with thread. Snip this thread and remove his fur fully.

Like a large insect, Furby has a hard exoskeleton. Remove the four screws that hold it in place — one on his head, one on his lower back and two on his sides.

Separate the two halves and slide out the small microphone that’s embedded in his side.

If you wish to remove Furby’s speaker to replace it, simply remove the red front speaker grille assembly by removing its two screws and disconnect the speaker’s white connector.

Don’t look him in the eyes.

How it happens

Shell damage is often caused by natural wear and tear. Game Boys were made to be mobile, so it’s common to find scrapes, scratches, dents, and much more on the outer shell.

How to fix it

The Game Boy shell can be removed to be cleaned with warm water and dish soap. If the damage is beyond something you can fix yourself, it might be necessary to replace the shell completely.

Head over to our Game Boy shell replacement guide to get started!

How it happens

Another common problem with mobile devices is the inevitable build up of grime. This can cause some serious issues with moving parts and is the leading cause of sticky buttons.

How to fix it

You’ll need to open the Game Boy and thoroughly clean the internal components. There are several pieces that need to be addressed, including buttons, contacts, and silicone pads. You can find more information on fixing sticky buttons on your Game Boy here.

How it happens

It doesn’t take much for something important to wiggle loose and completely out of sight. Some of the most common components to go missing on a Game Boy are link port covers, screws, and battery covers.

How to fix it

Official support for the Game Boy from Nintendo is no longer available. Parts must be replaced from used Game Boys or using third party reproductions. The Game Boy community is alive and well. It’s not hard to find several online retailers with custom parts, components, and shells.

How it happens

Game Boys were released with plastic bezels (the front plate covering the actual screen). This plastic is very sensitive to scuffs and scratches—especially after almost 30 years of gaming.

How to fix it

Scuffed screens can be easily replaced with aftermarket bezels. Vendors offer custom colors, designs, and even tougher materials like glass.

How it happens

Game Boy screens are already hard enough to see. Anything that makes it harder isn’t doing us any favors. But if you’re struggling to make out those pixels, it’s not the end of the world!

How to fix it

Make sure of the obvious stuff is out of the way and find yourself a good lamp. It’s impossible to make out a Game Boy display without an appropriate light source. But if lighting isn’t your issue, you may have to look a little deeper.

The Game Boy features a component not found on modern hardware. The contrast can be adjusted with a small wheel found on the side of the device. Use this to adjust the display until you find the perfect resolution.

How it happens

This issue is caused by micro-tears and general breakdown of the display cable wires. This ribbon cable is very delicate. As a result, it’s common to find vertical lines on the display as it breaks down.

How to fix it

The wires can be reheated using a soldering iron. This rebuilds the broken connections and allows display information to pass through again. You can find more information on how to fix Game Boy vertical screen lines here.

How it happens

The most common reason that your Game Boy won’t turn on is due to battery corrosion damage.

This is a common issue for Game Boys that have recently been dug out of storage. Many Game Boys end up in storage with a full pack of batteries. Battery corrosion can cause a multitude of problems if it reaches the internal components.

How to fix it

Battery acid damage does not mean the end of the world for your Game Boy. Most of the time, all you need is a little patience to get the hardware restored. Follow our guide here to learn how to clean the battery contacts on your Game Boy.

How it happens

If your Game Boy has no audio, the cause is likely due to one of these three components—the speaker, the speaker wires, or the headphone jack. Damage to any of these pieces can cause a complete lack in audio.

How to fix it

It can be tricky to identify the problem component, but each can be resolved by soldering a replacement into the Game Boy.

This is actually an issue with the game, not the Game Boy, but it’s easy to fix by replacing the battery in the game. Learn how to fix your Game Boy games that won’t save.

How it happens

Backlit Game Boys draw a lot of power. This draw can cause a serious strain on the components inside. If you find your backlit Game Boy extra whiny, it’s time to do something about it.

How to fix it

The Game Boy can be upgraded with a specific capacitor to let more power through, reducing whine from the speaker. I wrote an entire guide on how to fix Game Boy speaker whine!

If none of the fixes below worked for you, post in the comments section below and I’ll do my best to help you out!

Now that your Game Boy is up to snuff, let’s get to modding!

Ever wanted to play your Game Boy in the dark? Or install a bigger screen or new Game Boy case and buttons? Check out my ultimate Game Boy modding guide!

How it happens

Shell damage is often caused by natural wear and tear. Game Boys were made to be mobile, so it’s common to find scrapes, scratches, dents, and much more on the outer shell.

How to fix it

The Game Boy shell can be removed to be cleaned with warm water and dish soap. If the damage is beyond something you can fix yourself, it might be necessary to replace the shell completely.

Head over to our Game Boy shell replacement guide to get started!

How it happens

Another common problem with mobile devices is the inevitable build up of grime. This can cause some serious issues with moving parts and is the leading cause of sticky buttons.

How to fix it

You’ll need to open the Game Boy and thoroughly clean the internal components. There are several pieces that need to be addressed, including buttons, contacts, and silicone pads. You can find more information on fixing sticky buttons on your Game Boy here.

How it happens

It doesn’t take much for something important to wiggle loose and completely out of sight. Some of the most common components to go missing on a Game Boy are link port covers, screws, and battery covers.

How to fix it

Official support for the Game Boy from Nintendo is no longer available. Parts must be replaced from used Game Boys or using third party reproductions. The Game Boy community is alive and well. It’s not hard to find several online retailers with custom parts, components, and shells.

How it happens

Game Boys were released with plastic bezels (the front plate covering the actual screen). This plastic is very sensitive to scuffs and scratches—especially after almost 30 years of gaming.

How to fix it

Scuffed screens can be easily replaced with aftermarket bezels. Vendors offer custom colors, designs, and even tougher materials like glass.

How it happens

Game Boy screens are already hard enough to see. Anything that makes it harder isn’t doing us any favors. But if you’re struggling to make out those pixels, it’s not the end of the world!

How to fix it

Make sure of the obvious stuff is out of the way and find yourself a good lamp. It’s impossible to make out a Game Boy display without an appropriate light source. But if lighting isn’t your issue, you may have to look a little deeper.

The Game Boy features a component not found on modern hardware. The contrast can be adjusted with a small wheel found on the side of the device. Use this to adjust the display until you find the perfect resolution.

How it happens

This issue is caused by micro-tears and general breakdown of the display cable wires. This ribbon cable is very delicate. As a result, it’s common to find vertical lines on the display as it breaks down.

How to fix it

The wires can be reheated using a soldering iron. This rebuilds the broken connections and allows display information to pass through again. You can find more information on how to fix Game Boy vertical screen lines here.

How it happens

The most common reason that your Game Boy won’t turn on is due to battery corrosion damage.

This is a common issue for Game Boys that have recently been dug out of storage. Many Game Boys end up in storage with a full pack of batteries. Battery corrosion can cause a multitude of problems if it reaches the internal components.

How to fix it

Battery acid damage does not mean the end of the world for your Game Boy. Most of the time, all you need is a little patience to get the hardware restored. Follow our guide here to learn how to clean the battery contacts on your Game Boy.

How it happens

If your Game Boy has no audio, the cause is likely due to one of these three components—the speaker, the speaker wires, or the headphone jack. Damage to any of these pieces can cause a complete lack in audio.

How to fix it

It can be tricky to identify the problem component, but each can be resolved by soldering a replacement into the Game Boy.

This is actually an issue with the game, not the Game Boy, but it’s easy to fix by replacing the battery in the game. Learn how to fix your Game Boy games that won’t save.

How it happens

Backlit Game Boys draw a lot of power. This draw can cause a serious strain on the components inside. If you find your backlit Game Boy extra whiny, it’s time to do something about it.

How to fix it

The Game Boy can be upgraded with a specific capacitor to let more power through, reducing whine from the speaker. I wrote an entire guide on how to fix Game Boy speaker whine!

If none of the fixes below worked for you, post in the comments section below and I’ll do my best to help you out!

Now that your Game Boy is up to snuff, let’s get to modding!

Ever wanted to play your Game Boy in the dark? Or install a bigger screen or new Game Boy case and buttons? Check out my ultimate Game Boy modding guide!

If the document is a PDF, it will generally open in Preview by default. But you can ensure that you open the document in Preview by right clicking on the file, selecting Open With, and then selecting Preview.

In the Preview menu, select View and click Show Markup Toolbar.

With the Markup Toolbar shown, find and click the Signature icon.

If you don’t have any signatures captured, you’ll see a box that says “Click Here to Begin”. Naturally, you’ll want to click there to begin.

As soon as you click, be prepared to use the trackpad to write your signature. You can just use your finger for this.

When you’re finished, simply hit a key on the keyboard and it will record your signature.

To use your newly created signature, click on the Signature icon once again. Then click on your signature and it will insert your signature onto the page. Once on the page you can place it where you’d like and resize it to fit.

The easiest way to get free access to Hulu is to sign up for a new account. Each new customer receives one free month of Hulu. You can cancel the service at any time during the trial.

How to get a free trial with Hulu

1. Visit the official Hulu website
2. Click Start Your Free Trial
3. Select a plan—there’s one with ads, one with no ads, and one plan that includes Live TV.
4. Create your Hulu account by filling out the form on the website.
5. Complete the subscription checkout process. You will need a card to register but won’t be charged if you cancel the plan before the trial is over.

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Qualifying Sprint customers can get free Hulu. You must have a Sprint Unlimited plan to receive the free Hulu subscription. If you’re a Sprint Unlimited customer, signing up is easy.

How to get free access to Hulu with Sprint

1. Visit the official Sprint website and sign in.
2. Go to the Hulu page on the Sprint website.
3. Scroll down and select Activate Now.
4. Select a phone to watch Hulu on.
5. Under Change service add-ons select Hulu.
6. You will receive a text message from Sprint with a URL to complete the registration process.

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Hulu doesn’t offer a student discount, but students can receive a discount on Hulu if they’re a Spotify Premium Student member.

How to get free Hulu with Spotify Premium Student

1. Visit the official Spotify website and log in.
2. To apply for the student discount, go to the Premium Student page.
3. Activate your free Hulu subscription on the Your Services page.

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We recently covered different ways to get Disney+ for free or at a discount. One of the most enticing options includes a bundle that provides access to Disney+, ESPN, and Hulu. The package includes all three for the price of $12 per month.

How to get the Hulu, ESPN, and Disney+ bundle

1. Visit the official Disney+ website.
2. Select Buy Now.
3. Enter your email to agree to the terms and proceed to the registration process.

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