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ALL 2011 13"s have a huge screen problem

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theSeb said:
Here is a civilised response - I don't know what you're talking about since my 2011 13" does not have the issue that you describe and my screen back-light is certainly not leaking at the bottom. (see screenshot below)


In your screenshot, are you talking about the lit-up area around "Macbook Air"? Are you sure that's not a reflection of your keyboard back lighting?

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There's a gradient effect at the bottom of the screen in the original picture.

Hard to say anything about your own screenshot, because you haven't extended the browser window to fit the screen (or any white background). Now since the dock is in the way, it's hard to tell.
 
superego said:
There's a gradient effect at the bottom of the screen in the original picture.

Hard to say anything about your own screenshot, because you haven't extended the browser window to fit the screen (or any white background). Now since the dock is in the way, it's hard to tell.
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The gradient effect is difficult to judge on a photograph of a computer screen. The op is complaining about backlight bleeding at the bottom of the screen. His screenshot does not show any backlight bleeding. Here is another screenshot without the dock.

 
theSeb said:
The gradient effect is difficult to judge on a photograph of a computer screen. The op is complaining about backlight bleeding at the bottom of the screen. His screenshot does not show any backlight bleeding. Here is another screenshot without the dock.

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I think the op refers to the gradient problem, that the screen is darker at the bottom of the screen. It's not a viewing angle issue, it's either uneven backlighting or assembly issue.

Your screen looks pretty great in this respect. Congratulations.
 
On the forums with the iPad 2, you would have thought that the units were unusable for their light bleed. I bought two and did not have an issue personally with either one. So to some, these LCD's are "defective" and to some the complaint is "Bah Humbug". For a better screen, go MBP.
 
lcseds said:
On the forums with the iPad 2, you would have thought that the units were unusable for their light bleed. I bought two and did not have an issue personally with either one. So to some, these LCD's are "defective" and to some the complaint is "Bah Humbug". For a better screen, go MBP.
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Yes, I have noticed very obvious light bleeding on my iPad 2, especially in the corners. This is especially obvious when watching the credits at the end of a movie. Do I really care about something that does not really affect me? No. If this was on my 55" HDTV, then I would be bothered.
 
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It's only a problem if your looking for it by starring at a black screen in a dark room. I've never noticed it in my day to day use, and it's not a precursor to future problems so why should I care? According to the iPad2 forum my iPad leaks light as well, but I've never noticed it.
 
Just got back from Apple store, checked all 13" MBAs in the store, all have the same screen problem.

Sent my second MBA back to Steve.

Also looked at 13" MBP, the screen is perfect.

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Is this the LG vs Samsung thing? Or something else?

And is this (whatever it is) also on the 11" or only the 13"? (sorry, I have to ask)
 
If there are both Samsung and LG displays exhibiting this same gradient problem then we can probably conclude that it's an assembly problem. What brand has people's Airs been that have this issue?

Since some seem to be getting perfectly good displays in this respect, while others get bad even after replacement, it also hints that the flawed displays are likely to come in batches.
 
Yes they probably all do have some form of it. I had a hint of it on my 13" and I have a hint of it on my 11". But I have to really look for it. I would not call it bleeding, because most will show nothing on a black screen, just a black screen. But almost all will show a little bit of shading on the bottom and probably the top if the menu bar is gone.

This has been the same since the 2010 model. But honestly it is hardly noticeable unless you are constantly staring at the bottom, searching for a defect, in certain backgrounds and certain lighting conditions. If it is super obvious then you should take it back, but I don't think you going to find it to be the same flawless type of screen as in the MBP. It is what it is, And mine looks damn good.
 
Napolke said:
Just got back from Apple store, checked all 13" MBAs in the store, all have the same screen problem.

Sent my second MBA back to Steve.

Also looked at 13" MBP, the screen is perfect.

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Translation: "I just looked at a relatively small sample of a very large population. I'm assuming that ALL members of the population are exactly the same."

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Suggestion!!!!!!!!!

I saw a lot of people not satisfying with the display on their MBA. I have returned mine and get "a little" better one.

I suggest you guys either return it or get it replaced, but!!! at the same time, tell the Apple guys this is a serious problem. With more people reflecting the same issue to APPLE, eventually Apple will have to make a move.
 
Mine barely has the gradient effect and zero light bleed. In my eyes, the screen looks great. Each to their own.

However I stand by my original posts and I still think the OP is partaking in internet douchebaggery that for the most part--isn't very prevalent in these forums.


xkmxkmxlmx said:
I don't even get what you're trying to say here.
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I'm pretty sure English isn't his first language.
 
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My guess is that the waviness is caused by the edge lit backlight, it probably needs to be further away to completely remove it and i guess that's why the black margin is bigger at the bottom.
 

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For a laptop this price the screen is definitely a problem. Does it bother me enough to return it? Nope but Apple quality control has been pretty terrible lately.
 
Go to the store and compare 13" MBA and 13" MBP screens with white background at full screen.
 
Napolke said:
Go to the store and compare 13" MBA and 13" MBP screens with white background at full screen.
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The MBP is less DPI but I do not think anyone can argue that it is a better screen. They are not apples to apples. Maybe you need to go with the MBP. If form factor and weight are not the benefits you are looking for.
 
Is there someway to explain to a non techie what to look out for when we are looking for gradient effect and backlight bleeding. I have both the 2010 and the 2011 base 13" macbook airs and i can't really tell what is wrong with the screen. I have tried full brightness on a white background and.... i still can't figure out what is wrong.
 
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