Tech Burner Builds A Fully Functional "Original" iPhone X For Under ₹10,000, Then Plans To Convert It To An iPhone 16

Imagine building a fully functional, “original” iPhone for less than the cost of a single Apple accessory. That’s exactly what tech wizard Tech Burner has achieved in his latest viral video, assembling an iPhone X for under ₹10,000 (roughly $120 USD) and then, in a shocking twist, revealing plans to convert it into an iPhone 16!

The video, which has taken the internet by storm, challenges the very notion of Apple’s premium pricing and the perceived impossibility of affordable iPhone ownership. Tech Burner’s mission: to prove that with a bit of ingenuity and a deep dive into the aftermarket, you can get a fully working iPhone for a fraction of its original cost.

“Even getting an Apple phone repaired for under ₹10,000 is very difficult. Heck, an Apple case itself costs ₹5,000,” Tech Burner exclaims in his video, highlighting the absurdity of his budget. “We’re building an iPhone for the price of three Apple AirTags!”

The Impossible Challenge: Building an iPhone in India

The Tech Burner iPhone build was no easy feat. Unlike his previous iPhone 6 build in China, where parts are abundant and cheap, sourcing components in an Indian market for under ₹10,000 presented a unique challenge. The crucial elements? A motherboard with a working processor and Face ID, as these are Apple’s core components and cannot be easily replaced or faked.

After a tense hunt through the market, where most used iPhones were well above his budget, Tech Burner managed to secure the essential motherboard and housing for ₹6,000. The remaining parts—a battery, display, and other small components—were then sourced separately.

DIY Disasters and Triumphs

The assembly process, undertaken with his friend Venky, was a rollercoaster of humorous mishaps. From accidentally touching sensitive Face ID components to a dramatic moment where a “fake battery” sparked and smoked (a comedic interlude, he later revealed), the duo navigated the complexities of iPhone repair with a mix of amateur enthusiasm and surprising skill.

Despite initial setbacks, including a non-functional Face ID, a “significantly degraded” battery error, and a disconnecting display, the team persevered. They replaced the fake battery with a genuine Foxconn one (the same company that makes them for Apple) and meticulously reassembled the device.

The ₹10,000 iPhone X: A Stunning Success

After hours of painstaking work, the moment of truth arrived. The phone powered on. And to everyone’s amazement, it was a fully functional iPhone X! The cameras worked, the sound was clear, and most importantly, the Face ID was operational, unlocking with a glance. The battery health showed a perfect 100% capacity.

“The ₹1 lakh iPhone X that we built for just under ₹10,000!” Tech Burner exclaimed triumphantly. This DIY iPhone X project proved that with the right parts and a lot of patience, an original iPhone for cheap is indeed possible.

The Ultimate Upgrade: From iPhone X to iPhone 16 for ₹4,000

But Tech Burner wasn’t content with just building a budget iPhone X. In a move that epitomizes his tech-savvy showmanship, he revealed his next audacious plan: to convert this ₹10,000 iPhone X into an iPhone 16 conversion kit for just an additional ₹4,000.

“From the outside, it would look like we’re using an iPhone 16, but inside, we’d have our own custom setup,” he explained, showcasing the power of aftermarket conversion kits to completely transform a device’s aesthetics. “You won’t be able to tell the difference at all.”

Tech Burner’s video is more than just a tech build; it’s a fascinating look into the ingenuity of the aftermarket, the high cost of Apple products, and the sheer satisfaction of creating something with your own hands. It challenges consumers to think differently about their devices and what’s truly possible with a bit of tech know-how.

Would you dare to build your own iPhone? And what do you think of his plan to convert it into an iPhone 16? Let us know in the comments!

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