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    new macbook, stuck pixel

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by sheanhs, Jul 16, 2007.

  1. sheanhs

    sheanhs Notebook Consultant

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    I have a stuck pixel on my new macbook, and was just wondering if my local apple store would exchange it, or what they would do. I am on vacation now, so I can't go in and find out.

    But anyone know?

    Also, is there any way to fix it?

    Thanks,

    Hunter
     
    sheanhs, Jul 16, 2007
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  2. usapatriot

    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    CodeMonkeyX Notebook Deity

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    cashmonee Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    I believe the number required for the MBP is 7 dead or stuck pixels. A MacBook may require slightly less. If it is within 14 days, take it back, they may exchange it.
     
    cashmonee, Jul 16, 2007
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  5. sheanhs

    sheanhs Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys, thanks for the help. I ran the J ScreenFix or whatever it is called, and although it was pretty 'psychadelic' it definately worked. Thanks alot guys!
     
    sheanhs, Jul 16, 2007
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  6. heiman5

    heiman5 Notebook Consultant

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    yeah i read in the warrenty that its 5 pixels to get a new screen on MBP
     
    heiman5, Jul 16, 2007
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    dsg2003gt Notebook Consultant

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    is it still 5 pixels if they are dead instead of stuck?
     
    dsg2003gt, Jul 17, 2007
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    lashgari Notebook Enthusiast

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    Basically, all its saying is, take you Mac to one of those asian massage parlors in your local metropolitan area where there is a "Chinatown", pay them $50 and have her "rub it out" for you, with a damp washcloth. I guarantee her rubbing skills and technique will outdo yours.
     
    lashgari, Jul 17, 2007
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