I can't describe it other than it looks like a little hair trapped under the screen. I'm taking it in to the Apple store today to switch it out. Has anyone else seen this before?
That is impossible in my opinion as the screens are laminated (display to digitiser) by robots/machines in a sterilised (that's not the word, but you know what I mean) room. The robots/machines scan and check the materials for foreign objects.
May be possible though but first time I've ever heard of it.
Maye the OP is wrong as to what it is?How can it be impossible if the OP has one under their screen?
I also returned my first iPhone 5 as it arrived with a speck of something under the screen ...
Just received the replacement today and it appears that the actual LCD panel itself is scratched!
Apple's QC is a JOKE!
I think these robots/machines need to get their eyes/lenses tested!
Maye the OP is wrong as to what it is?
I don't think apples QC involves checking the screen with a microscope like all you OCD people do.
Maye the OP is wrong as to what it is?
I don't think apples QC involves checking the screen with a microscope like all you OCD people do.
I don't need a microscope to see it. When you scroll down a web page, there's a black line that stays put. Pretty sure anyone could see it. I'd take a picture of it, but I'm at work and don't have a camera.
I don't need a microscope to see it. When you scroll down a web page, there's a black line that stays put. Pretty sure anyone could see it. I'd take a picture of it, but I'm at work and don't have a camera.
Same you could use the DEAD SPOTTER APP (With full brightness on)to check for Dead/Stuck Pixels.
And these other people ... are they all OCD?
It's funny, because I'm not "OCD" with ANY other brand ... no hold on, I have no PROBLEMS with any other brand!!
Here are some pictures. The white scar looking thing is something I didn't notice before lol.
Yeah you can't really see the hair (little red circle) in the pictures... This is the first time I've ever had a problem with Apple and it makes me sad. We've gotten 3 MBPs, 3-4 iPods, 2 iPads, iMac, MacBook and 6 iPhones and an AirPort Extreme. This is the first time I've ever had an issue with any of them.
Cockney, calm down. As you can see from the OP's pics, it sure as heck doesn't look like a hair, thus, something the microscopes wouldn't pick up as it looks more like an issue with the screen functionality itself.
Just because you have no problems with any brand doesn't mean those other brands don't have problems. I have had almost 0 issues with Apple products since 2006 (except for a bad I/O board on a 2011 13" MBP). Obviously, to me (following your logic) that would mean Apple has had a very good QC level. Mistakes happen, and they should never be tolerated. The OP definitely has an issue that needs to be resolved by Apple.
I used to work for Staples and Radioshack warranty plans call center. I've heard my share of broken products from things that I have never had problems with.
Oh so there is actually something else within that lighter area? Is it like the hair/object is causing an "air bubble" (for lack of a better example)?
Maybe I did get a bit heated, but I'm sick of comments like:
"I don't think apples QC involves checking the screen with a microscope like all you OCD people do"
... here on Mac Rumors.
That's actually quite insulting. Especially to people who actually do suffer with OCD.
That comment/remark was actually quite insulting, when all the OP was asking for was a bit of sensible advice.
In addition to suggesting I calm down, this think comments such as the one I quoted should also be pulled into line ...
Very true. People throw around the OCD term a lot without thinking about the people who actually suffer from it. I know I've done it. Sorry to call you out specifically.
My favorite part is the people who trade their phones because of a nick but they were going to put it in a case anyway. True OCD
I don't think it's OCD to be detail oriented. If that were true, then Jony Ive would need serious medication.
It wasn't you, buddy.
It was the other ... fella.
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Many, many, MANY people don't use cases on their iPhones as they like to use them "as the designers intended" ... so what are you on about?
That's like saying it's ok to buy a new car with a gash in the footwell, then saying ... "oh never mind, I was going to put a mat there anyway".
Doughnut ...
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Exactly!
One of the main reason (if not the main reason) we buy Apple products is because we appreciate the best quality and a high level of detail.
Why should we have to settle for imperfections, when Apple charges the money they do?
You can't have it both ways, Apple ...
Many, many, MANY people don't use cases on their iPhones as they like to use them "as the designers intended" ... so what are you on about?
That's like saying it's ok to buy a new car with a gash in the footwell, then saying ... "oh never mind, I was going to put a mat there anyway".
Doughnut ...
Just saw your sig.
I lol'd.
The QC on this release seems to be way below normal and I really want to know what the culprit is. Is their secrecy finally catching up to them in the digital age where everything can be seen by everyone almost instantly? Or are the work conditions just that poor. Something needs to change. That's all I know.
welll the real reason as to why people dont use a case is debatable.. whether its due to bulk..or so people can see they have the new brand new iphone..
i agree though.. you shouldn't have to settle for less than new on a NEW product..