Hey, Apple Community!
Could anyone explain how and/or why these white wisps are present in my iMac monitor?
The unit has never been dropped or clean improperly. They're most noticeable when the monitor is off/asleep.
If anyone has a fix, I'm all ears!
Thank you!
iMac, macOS 10.13
To be completely honest the computer is simply worn out. It's almost 15 years old and was not designed to run that long. You can either live with it the way it is or consider replacing it.
It has no monetary value so that means if you invest any money in it, it's money down the tubes. Apple Stores or AASPs will not work on it due to its obsolescence. If you want to replace the display yourself you can, however you will need to search for a good used one on E-Bay or another similar site.
If I was in your shoes, I'd seriously consider replacing it.
Best of luck!
The outer glass panel can be removed for cleaning on that iMac model.
You're welcome,
You responded back to Old Toad instead of me, but that's OK.
If you have never cleaned inside the glass or had it done, then a cleaning should help.
see > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONCdGHe0Uxs
and > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frfzESC-ahM
The problem is, that is it too old and not worth paying for a service visit.
If the condition interfered with your workflow on the iMac I suggest you follow rkaufmann87's recommendation and upgrade to a new iMac.
If the iMac still does what you need it to. do the continue as you have been and down't worry about the screen.
iMac (27-inch, Late 2009)
Model Identifier: iMac10,1
Part Number: MB952xx/A, MB953xx/A
Latest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6
Tech Specs: iMac (27-inch, Late 2009)
User Guide: iMac (27-inch, Late 2009)
Your welcome!
It may be a good time to search for some sales, remember the new 24" iMacs (if that is what you decide you want) have SSDs and will be much quicker. If you get another Mac, please do the following:
Thanks, den.thed! Your response is in line with rkaufmann87.
I did just notice that the wisps appear to be only on the glass -- that the pixels themselves seem unaffected. I did my best to take a photo:
Let me know if this changes your diagnoses. Thanks!
What is the model year of your iMac?
Thank you very much for the reply. I appreciate it!
White wisps in iMac monitor
