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White/black line on Ipad Air 6 lock screen

A white then black line on my new blue Ipad Air 6 M2 lockscreen. The CS thought it was a software problem that needed to be updated. Got a replacement and updated it to IOS 18. The line was still there. Has anyone experienve this? Will it cause a problem in the long run?

Posted on Oct 19, 2024 6:05 AM

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Oct 19, 2024 1:23 PM in response to bing6m2

You can easily determine if you have a hardware or software issue. A reliable method to confirm a screen or other hardware fault is to take a screenshot when the fault is evident - and then review the captured screenshot image...


When reviewed, if the lines are not present in the screenshot image, then you have demonstrated that you have a hardware fault. If the lines are visible in the screenshot, the something other than hardware will be the cause.


Note: When reviewing the image, rotating the iPad screen orientation by 90°, from Portrait to Landscape, will ensure that the image does not coincide with screen defects if present.


Take a screenshot on your iPad – Apple Support



If the test indicates that a hardware fault, a visit to the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store is recommended - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad. This will likely inform your next steps:


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

iPad Repair – Official Apple Support

White/black line on Ipad Air 6 lock screen

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