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iPad 2 dead pixel suddenly appeared - what to do?
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1 dead pixel is within normal limits. You may get a replacement, you may not - it's within acceptable standards. Honestly, I wouldn't worry about it.
The iPad must have 3 or more dead pixels before they will replace, some people do get lucky and get a replacement with just 1 dead pixel, but you are within spec if you have under 3 (according to Apple).
I also have a stuck pixel which I could see as soon as I turned the iPad on. Originally I was just going to live with it, but the more I use it, the more I keep staring at the pixel, especially when watching videos. I've made a genius appointment tomorrow to see what they say. If they replace it that's great, but if not I reckon I'll just live with it. It is annoying though when you spend a lot of money on something and it isn't up to the standard that you feel it should be.
I had two dead pixels on my iPad 2 recently. I brought it in to the Genius Bar and the guy said it had to be 3 or more, so I said, well, I just got this so I'll just return it then. He then agreed to order a replacement. They didn't have any in stock so they put in a request. Either way, I got my new one and all is fine. That said, Apple is pretty good with replacing stuff, especially an iPad that is so new. Take it in and get a new one. It's your money, you shouldn't have to deal with dead pixels so early after you got the iPad 2. Just my opinion.
Could be like this
http://www.jasondunn.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/dell-2407wfp-dead-pixel.jpg
They come in different colors.
Well I tried turning off the iPad for a few hours and when I turned it back off the blue dot was gone. So whether my pixel was dead or stuck I dont know, but im glad I won't have to return my iPad since doubt I could get a new new one soon
That's not much help, could someone who has actually had dead pixels on their IPad tell us what it looks like? Colour?
Good to hear mate. Thought I would update everyone on my situation and my fantastic experience at the genius bar.
I showed the genius my pixel problem which didn't look as bad as yesterday. It was quite minor but he saw it and said if it bothered me he would happily swap it for a new one. He got a brand new one out the back but it had dust under the screen which he was very apologetic about and went and got another new one which upon inspection was absolutely fine. He swapped it out and apologised for any trouble caused.
I know we often bitch about apple on here, but experiences like this are why I stay loyal.
Agree
...screw the policy if your within the return period....
The dead pixel will bother u always.
Ugh mine came back. Now it's there sometimes, other times it's gone. Very weird. I just called the store and they said I should stop by tomorrow and they MIGHT send it in. This means I will have to wait for a while to get a new one. That's horrible, but I definitely want it fixed. Nothing more irritating than having your beautiful screen ruined by a shining black dot 
EDIT: I have noticed it only appears on black springboard wallpapers. Also when viewing a black photo in the photo app. But if I load a completely black image in safari I don't see it. Sounds like it is a little software related? Any chance a restore could fix it?
EDIT: I have noticed it only appears on black springboard wallpapers. Also when viewing a black photo in the photo app. But if I load a completely black image in safari I don't see it. Sounds like it is a little software related? Any chance a restore could fix it?
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I had a speck of dust under the glass and a dead pixel and they are replacing it. No replacement stock though so they placed an order for one.
Did you have to turn it in right away so you are iPad-less until the new one comes, or can you keep your current one for a while?