Ipod 3rd Gen Nano - Yellow lcd screen

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Ipod 3rd Gen Nano - Yellow lcd screen

I have a 3rd generation ipod nano which is several years old, have recently noticed the whites on the LCD screen are a rich yellow. Researching this fault, I cannot find anything about it online. Whilst aware apple no longer supports ipod - was curious. Is this a known fault with this generation? What is this an indication of? Does LCD need to be replaced on unit? Doesn't seem to effect performance, but cover art looks odd. Product is from a non-smoking home, was purchased from new and has been treated with care. Thanks for any insight on this, please see image comparison to demonstrate how yellow lcd has become :

iPod nano, 3rd Gen

Posted on Jan 20, 2015 3:23 AM

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AppleJoe

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Jan 21, 2015 8:15 AM in response to pod112

Hi pod112,

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!

I understand that you are seeing a yellow tint on the display of your iPod nano. In this situation, it may be necessary to have your iPod evaluated by for service. Please use the information in the attached article for how to proceed with this process.

Apple - Support and Service Options

Have a great day,

Joe

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Jan 21, 2015 8:28 AM in response to AppleJoe

Hey Joe,

Thanks but the unit was purchased in 2009, no longer covered by warranty. Not a lot of point in contacting apple, paying for a service which is going to cost more than the units overall value - especially if I can repair it myself for the cost of new or refurb components.

* Just to be clear, this is not an issue with LCD membrane (or dried glue etc), the actual pixels are banana yellow coloured instead of white.

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Feb 9, 2015 4:30 AM in response to pod112

Pretty much a waste of time even registering here for advice. Think I'll sell my apple products considering current price drive on discontinued models (before they fail). Won't be looking back. Thanks for nothing apple support community!

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