dead pixels and antiglare vs glossy

[Optimus Primes]

How common are dead pixels? How do you check for that on a new computer?

With which screens does apple have a better success rate glossy or antiglare?

 

[Chupa Chupa]

I've had dozens of Apple laptops and (knock on wood) never had a dead pixel. However, if you do get a machine w/ some just exchange it. Usually not a problem (assuming you bought from Apple and not a Reseller, or your screen is really fubar.)

Glossy vs. Matte -- I don't think there is any correlation. Buy the screen you like.

 

[C64]

How common are dead pixels? How do you check for that on a new computer?

With which screens does apple have a better success rate glossy or antiglare?

You can test with apps like this:
http://www.macupdate.com/info.php/id/10793/pixel-check

They just display different colors on the screen, so you can hunt for any pixels that aren't working properly.

They still can't guarantee that your screen will be 100% pixel perfect, but the development of the screens has improved a lot over the years. Bad pixels do occur, but a lot less nowadays.

If you do have a bad or stuck pixel, like Chupa Chupa said, simply replace it. For the amount of money you pay for a MBP you deserve a perfect screen. If you buy it online you can ask for a replacement by phone, or just return it and buy a new one. If you buy it in a store they probably don't really care about replacing it. If they do, just tell them what's what 🙂