Gold iPhone, Back plate imperfections

[djearlybird]

I received my gold iphone today and I was super excited. Upon opening the factory box, there are 3 nicks, black in color after peeling off the plastic on the back of the phone. My question is, what are my options to get it replaced with another one. And would I have to surrender my phone in the mean time.

It was purchased/ordered from an at&t store, ordered on launch day, but delivered today. I plan on heading back to the store tomorrow. Just wanted to hear you guy's thoughts.

 

[impulse462]

I'd replace it. Out of box nicks/scratches are annoying and I think they bothered you enough to post on this forum.

 

[bigscotal]

As above, if it bothers you, get it replaced. I's not a cheapo handset, it's a premium price item, and shouldn't have flaws straight out of the box. I have changed one in the past for similar reasons, and Apple never questioned it.

 

[9646829]

Mine has a tiny 1mm hairline scratch on the back which is only noticeable in certain light, since I have a case on 24/7 I didn't feel it was worth sending back.. So depending if it's going to effect your iPhone experience it's up to you if you want to send it back.

 

[phpmaven]

I received my gold iphone today and I was super excited. Upon opening the factory box, there are 3 nicks, black in color after peeling off the plastic on the back of the phone. My question is, what are my options to get it replaced with another one. And would I have to surrender my phone in the mean time.

It was purchased/ordered from an at&t store, ordered on launch day, but delivered today. I plan on heading back to the store tomorrow. Just wanted to hear you guy's thoughts.

If it bothers you, return it. Keep in mind though that it may be quite some time before you can get a replacement.

 

[iRetired]

If you're really OCD about your phone, then that's your best course of action. But if the imperfections won't be noticed if you're using a case 24/7, then, well, that's your call.