Screen pixel clumps fix?

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hi, i have three clumps of what looks like bad pixels in the screen of my powerbook g4 12". i was wondering if it is possible to get rid of them somehow.

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Send it in to Apple, that loo

Send it in to Apple, that looks like a backlight problem.

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i dont really have $300 to ha

i dont really have $300 to have them replace my screen. It's not a brand new powerbook. its a 1ghz dvi model.

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buy another LCD?

Current eBay price (for 1024x768 TFTs) is roughly $80-$120, they're used in many laptops including 12" iBooks.

Live with it? Current cost - roughly $0.

I've been meaning to look into this phenom, it looks like places where the backlight isn't evenly illuminating. Or something . . . :?

Apple did recall one model's display, though IIRC not your's.

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It was either the Titanium 15.2" DVI or the first 15" AlBooks that were recalled. Nasty problem that- if you go directly to Apple for a replacement screen, you won't be looking at US$300... more like $600-800.

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You may be able to get a CS code from Apple support

I'd recommend for you to give Apple's customer service line a call and explain your preedicament. With a convincing enough argument, they may give you a CS code. (has seen CS codes given for slot load iMacs (1999 vintage) that the owners couldn't grasp the concept of updating firmware before installing X, as well as clamshell iBooks - all within the last 12 months)

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