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Stuck Pixel?

Hey guys,
I've read other topics on here, about downloading the Pixel fix-it widget/programs, to help a 'stuck' pixel. Last night I tried both the different programs available and the widget. But with no luck.
I have a brand new 20" iMac. Just over a month old. It has the glass/aluminum screen in front of the LCD, so the massaging idea, will not work.

Should I keep trying with the widget/program, or should I just learn to deal with it.

It's a small tiny, blue pixel, near the middle of the screen. Only one. But now that i've noticed it's there, it really irritates me. I hear Apple won't do an exchange/refund unless it's various 'stuck' pixels.

Any other ideas?

iMac, Mac OS X (10.5.2)

Posted on Jun 12, 2008 11:26 AM

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Jun 12, 2008 11:53 AM in response to sickguilt

I've had good luck with Apple exchanging iMacs with dead pixels but it might be more of a task because it's past the 14 day exchange period. Basically you have to decide whether it's going to bother you or not. Then I would call Apple, explain the problem, and ask if they can fix it. Even if they say no it's worth a shot but considering it's bright blue and in the center of your screen I think you have a pretty good case.

George

Jun 15, 2008 1:49 PM in response to jammybob

Sure it all depends on which color is stuck. You can download Pixel Check to look for any more stuck pixels: http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/11661&vid=85583

If there are a lot Apple will usually take care of it ou just have ti call them and explain: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1721

You can also try to un-stuck the pixels with a utility like this:
http://www.apple.com/downloads/dashboard/status/pixelfix.html
http://www.jscreenfix.com/basic.php

George

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