Need Advice, Just Purchased Refurb Macbook Pro Retina 15

[eraynai]

Hi,

I need some advice. I just received my refurb macbook pro retina 15. I got a good deal as apple just dropped the price on it. The problem is that after doing the test I got

Color LCD
LP154WT1-SJA1
DCN25210BSTF49JAB

I'm seeing no evidence of IR at the moment and have done the test, but I've heard it gets worse with time. I'm currently in my 14 day window. Do I return the machine, hoping to get a Samsung?

Just would like some advice...thanks!

 

[saturnotaku]

If you live near an Apple retail store, I would take it straight in to them and see if they can replace the screen, if not swap the entire machine outright.

 

[eraynai]

Would they do that, even it was a refurb?

 

[SMDBill]

They absolutely would. Same warranty as if you bought a brand new one.

 

[saturnotaku]

Would they do that, even it was a refurb?

You'd have a better chance if you could physically show them any image retention. Either way, you have an entire year from the date of purchase and can even extend it with AppleCare if you so desire (and I would recommend you do so).

 

[eraynai]

Ok will do. As it's not showing any IR currently, what would you say? Would you point them to all the threads talking about the issue?

 

[Stetrain]

If you live near an Apple retail store, I would take it straight in to them and see if they can replace the screen, if not swap the entire machine outright.

Why would they replace his screen if it shows no signs of image retention?

You could try your luck with sending it back, but if it does develop image retention down the road then Apple should fix it for you.

Apple Certified Refurbished comes with the same 1-year warranty as a new device, and you can (and probably should) also buy AppleCare to extend that to a total of 3 years.

 

[eraynai]

problem is, I need the machine now. This is my only one and I can't go without it. I guess it's best to wait and see if the IR shows up and of course down the road buy applecare if I'm really concerned.