BGA169 BGA153 Reader eMMC153+169 Adapter FBGA153-169 Ball Programmer for Toshiba KMVTU000LM-B503 THGBM5G7A4JBA4W Skhynix Memory Reading/Writing with SD Interface(eMMC-SD Adapter)

I was exploring options to get data off of an eMMC chip from bricked laptop when I found this product. I used a heat gun to remove the chip, and even though the solder remaining on the chip was a little uneven, this thing read it first try, no problem, with no cleaning or repair of the chip needed. I had some desktop Linux partitions on the chip, some of them encrypted, but the hardware interface provides low enough level access that reading the partition table and all the partitions was no problem with standard Linux tools.The seller also provided great support, asking for pics of the chip to confirm it was in a readable state and that I was buying the right device, and they also provide free Windows software to read data off Android smartphone chips.

This is a great product. I understand that my chip might be damaged and unable to read, but its design is incredibly simple and user-friendly. The customer service is also excellent. They even reached out automatically during the purchase to confirm the model.

This is the perfect solution for off chip extraction/data recovery. I have been looking for long time for an affordable tool for eMMC data recovery that is an alternative to tools like the UFI box, Medusa Box, etc. which costs hundreds of dollars, are in low supply, and use proprietary licensed software for dumping the ROMs, and this socket is that solution. I was worried that it might not work with my IC, because the seller cancelled my first order and messaged me to make sure it was what I wanted and that it would work, and they would process my order. The seller asked me what chips I intended to use and they verified that they would work, so I went through with my order. I received my package today and was anxious to see if it would work. I put the chip in the socket and plugged it in and got nothing, so I switched the voltage to 3.3v, I didn't think it would actually work without the chip being reballed first ,but I plugged it back in and to my amazement it worked! Not only did it read my chip but it also mounted all of the partitions on chip automatically and I was able to make a full image of my chip, with data integrity intact. I'm so happy right now. The chip in question came off of my moms phone which was damaged beyond repair; non-booting, broken screen, and could not connect to ADB. I figured I would save the chip anyway, just in case there was a chance for recovery in the future. My father passed away less than a year ago and the chip had some of the last pictures of him that my mom had taken, so this was a very special experience and I can't thank the vendor enough. I know now that the reviews that I read about it not working are complete BS, and those reviews are probably from stupid dum-dum Windows users, in which case, what are you doing? You should use Linux for this kind of thing! Using X/Ubuntu allows for automatic mounting of chips taken off of Android phones because X/Ubuntu has built in support for the ext4 filesystem that Android uses and the chip is formatted to. Anyway i was only able to recover one of the two chips I had and only because one of the chips was heavily damaged(See photo) but, I think if I reball it and fix the broken traces it may actually work. I have some other chips with different footprints that I would like to recover and will definitely be ordering more sockets from this vendor in the future. Would definitely recommend!!!

Recovered all media files from my daughter's bricked LG V10, though I had to use an up-to-date SD card reader. The first SD card reader I attempted with wouldn't read the full device size. I didn't have to reball the pads, but I did a solder recoat.

I needed this reader to extract memory from an eMMC module taken from an IoT device. It read everything perfectly and the connection was straightforward with an SD card reader. I averaged 47MB/s when copying data using 'dd'.

I'm developing product with eMMC memory. The breakout of the eMMC sockets saved me so much time.The reset is on R22 for those of you that might need it. The documentation could be a bit more clear on the use of the 1.8v/3.3V regulator Vcc switch.

I was sceptic in beging knowing how complex programmers and supporting softwares are and only reason why I bought this thing is because of good reviews.I was waiting for more than month to write review hoping I can make this thing work.My intention was to read and copy some EMMC ICs and since this was small project buying brand name programmer and spending $3K+ was not option.Well there is reason why serious programmers are costly, they work unlike this thing.It will never recognize IC, even if it does will not be able to read it.Out of 30++ ICs I had only one able to work with, but only after chip was formated so Windows can access it.Numerous different computers and wasted hours.Without specialized software this thing is just BGA socket soldered on board.

A good one