Black blotches on screen - Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III

So I sent back one already for this and my referb I got back is not nearly as bad but they are still there. Basically, when I am using the phone in a dark area and the screen gives black , not off, there are black dots on the screen. This one is not nearly as bad but is it worth trying another one?
Opinions?
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I think it's common for Super AMOLED screens to have them. Mine does at least

Deathbynukes said:
I think it's common for Super AMOLED screens to have them. Mine does at least
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Well my first one was TERRIBLE with them. There was one that took up about 1/3 of the screen and looked like someone took a swab of paint and spread it around underneath the glass. This one just has a few small dots that are black
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Mine literally has NONE!!!! Lucky me I guess
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My GSIII has two relatively small blotches. Very annoying, but from what I understand if I get a replacement it will probably be worse.

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My GSIII has two relatively small blotches. Very annoying, but from what I understand if I get a replacement it will probably be worse.
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Yea well I heard that vzw knows about the issue and are trying to filter them out so you can try your luck if you want
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I just noticed mine having 2 small(ish) ones last night, I just thought it was very odd. So this just happens with Super AMOLED? Is this a panel issue or quality in assembly issue?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1715936

From what I remember from the galaxy s2 the Qualcomm chip actually doesn't do well arraying the colors, compared to exynos.
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Mine has a few small ones but they're only noticeable in a dark gray. I haven't seen it any other time and it's a color is don't see often so I just let it go
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werdna87 said:
So I sent back one already for this and my referb I got back is not nearly as bad but they are still there. Basically, when I am using the phone in a dark area and the screen gives black , not off, there are black dots on the screen. This one is not nearly as bad but is it worth trying another one?
Opinions?
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I see a few on mine also in the same situation(black screen but not off). I don't see them very much though. I guess I got lucky and got small ones. (one of the only situation a guy likes to admit he has small ones lol)

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The bleeding is geting worse

Hi I bought the g2x like a week ago it had little backlight bleed from the top corners and today I noticed its getting worse, now its from the middle and from bottom to plus now I have a dead pixel. I checked the phone when I got it the first day and now its getting very bad. I wanted to keep but its going back.
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I was just looking at mine today and you might be right-when I got it a little over a week ago the bleeding was minor-nothing to worry about, now it's clearly visible under low light environment- top left and right corners as well as the bottom left corner. Completely unacceptable for $550 device that claims to be one of the best super smart phones out there.
I so wanted to overlook the screenbleed but now when its getting worse I can't , plus now I have a dead pixel right in the middle that's making me more crazy, yesterday my friend got himself g2x and he's the screen is good but it had other problems like wifi connection issues and rebooting, man this phone sound so perfect on the paper but when u get them they have so many problems. I'm thinking waithing for gs2.
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samomamo said:
I so wanted to overlook the screenbleed but now when its getting worse I can't , plus now I have a dead pixel right in the middle that's making me more crazy, yesterday my friend got himself g2x and he's the screen is good but it had other problems like wifi connection issues and rebooting, man this phone sound so perfect on the paper but when u get them they have so many problems. I'm thinking waithing for gs2.
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There are apps in the market to fix the dead pixel-give it a try. As far as the bleeding-we are on the same boat it seems...
I really think some people are blowing this issue out of proportion.
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I really think some people are blowing this issue out of proportion.
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If you're not affected by this issue I would understand why you think that way. But my phone is getting worse and I am not going to settle that easy!!! I am exchanging it Monday...again
Well I was trying to think that too blowing out of proportion, I paid $544 something and fff them if they going to take my money and give me half ass ****.
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Pecata said:
If you're not affected by this issue I would understand why you think that way. But my phone is getting worse and I am not going to settle that easy!!! I am exchanging it Monday...again
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I have it as well but I only notice it in complete darkness on full brightness.
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I really think some people are blowing this issue out of proportion.
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The people that ***** are those that ***** a lot. The minority is always the most vocal.
Guess what other device has a similar "problem". The evo 4g, yet there isn't as much complaining now.
People should do their research before buying. This phone has been out for quite some time now.
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Pecata said:
If you're not affected by this issue I would understand why you think that way. But my phone is getting worse and I am not going to settle that easy!!! I am exchanging it Monday...again
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How many exchanges have u done?
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How many exchanges have u done?
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One, tried to exchange it second time, but the new one was even worse than mine in terms of LCD Bleeding so I kept mine...but mine now just started randomly rebooting so I will go and exchange it again....
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One, tried to exchange it second time, but the new one was even worse than mine in terms of LCD Bleeding so I kept mine...but mine now just started randomly rebooting so I will go and exchange it again....
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Your taking a chance man. But I understand. Ask for a later date. Or check box when they bring replacement out. I exchanged 3 times and I have minimal bleeding.
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I really think some people are blowing this issue out of proportion.
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orly? were blowing out of proportion?
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Your taking a chance man. But I understand. Ask for a later date. Or check box when they bring replacement out. I exchanged 3 times and I have minimal bleeding.
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LOL again we blow it out of proportion and you have already exchanged it 3 times.....
i have had 2 that had horrible bleeding and one with reboots/wifi/sim wont recognize problems....
third one on the way
i figured it would get worse as i stated in other threads... my tv got worse within just about 3 months time after buying it and i got it replaced...
i just dont get why some are really bad....others are ok... and then some have NO backlight bleeding... again ill say it...
i worked in a plastic company for 3 years total and we had "standards" parts that where not to the "standard" where thrown away..... this is all about korean quality control.... they dont have any if there is such wide spectrum of good bleed vs bad bleed vs horrible bleed....
samomamo said:
Hi I bought the g2x like a week ago it had little backlight bleed from the top corners and today I noticed its getting worse, now its from the middle and from bottom to plus now I have a dead pixel. I checked the phone when I got it the first day and now its getting very bad. I wanted to keep but its going back.
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I was buying it until you said you had bleeding from the middle. Turn down your brightness.
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orly? were blowing out of proportion?
LOL again we blow it out of proportion and you have already exchanged it 3 times.....
i have had 2 that had horrible bleeding and one with reboots/wifi/sim wont recognize problems....
third one on the way
i figured it would get worse as i stated in other threads... my tv got worse within just about 3 months time after buying it and i got it replaced...
i just dont get why some are really bad....others are ok... and then some have NO backlight bleeding... again ill say it...
i worked in a plastic company for 3 years total and we had "standards" parts that where not to the "standard" where thrown away..... this is all about korean quality control.... they dont have any if there is such wide spectrum of good bleed vs bad bleed vs horrible bleed....
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I returned for other reasons. I had reboot issues.and data stuck in 2g one. I had minimal on all. Like I said u only notice in a complete pitch black room with brightness on 100%. Yes blown out of proportion. The issue isnt gonna be fixed for some time. Most stores arent even on a second batch shipment. Keep returning if u think it will make matters better. Some people have reported diff. Taking a chance when the one u have may be the best it can get.
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What u buying it it bleeding from right side in the middle if I put the phone from the angle I can see 2 spots leaking the light in the middle its like the screen is not sitting tight
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Anyone get the white SR yet?

My local at&t store has these in stock. Best buy has no eta; since i got mine at best buy i have a week left to return it. Just wondering if anyone else has gotten their hands on one and what's your thought?
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Man I want a white one
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I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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man I hope you are right...
returning mine to best buy tomorrow in hopes that they will get the white ones soon
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I just picked mine up. After the android update, my camera went wonky and I had to exchange for a second time. Unfortunately, I ended up with another sh*tty screen after finding a decent one. Decided to wait until today and try the white or return altogether (getting a decent screen is a crapshoot). Guys, there are zero blobs on this screen, it seems crisper and lines are a non-issue...it is nearly perfect! I have to wonder if Samsung addressed the obvious issues with the white version. If you are still within your 30 days and having screen issues, I HIGHLY suggest trying the white version. I finally feel like I got my money's worth and have zero regrets about this phone.
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How about some pix?
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How about some pix?
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I wish I had screenshots of the screen prior to the exchange but I do not, sorry, but just review the pics that other members have posted and you will get the idea. I have attached 3 screenshots from the new white version. On the phone I had prior to the exchange, the black background showed hideous blobs and blotches all over the screen but as you can see, the same exact black background shows zero blotches (on the lowest or highest brightness). Everythings looks so much richer and crisper on this one, imho...FYI, my screen is on a fairly low brightness setting.
to bad i dont know when i bought my phone.....or i would take it back to get the white one if they fixed the screen
just confirmed with BB that they will not carry the white version. Guess I have to keep my black one then

			
				
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That is sexy!!! I want!!! Too bad I bought mine from Craigslist
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They told me they would within two weeks
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I actually went to ATT to get the HTC Vivid, but I was really disappointed with it. After talking to a very nice and intelligent sales rep, I decided to get the Skyrocket instead. When he went to get one from storage he realized that there were no black ones left. He told me that if we came back tomorrow (today) I could get a white one. His manager overhead the discussion and said "hold on". She walked back got a white one and told my sales rep he could sell it to me. I was very impressed with the level of service I received and I'm really happy with this phone. The white model is stunning IMO.
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They told me they would within two weeks
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Same here
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The White SR is great. The chrome trim and the chrome speaker grill adds some class.
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I've had a white one since Friday. So far, I love it.
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=4526125&pid=1218482666449&pt1=mobile
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They told me they would within two weeks
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http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=4526125&pid=1218482666449&pt1=mobile
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Damn I have 2 days to swap it. Hurry up BB.
Can someone confirm that there isn't any lines/blobs in this version please?
Ive been waiting for my skyrocket for 3 weeks now. Now I'm getting the white one hopefully today. Since they just came out yesterday. I finally get to have a new phone after using the captivate for a full year .
Was also able to return my black GS2 Skyrocket for a white one yesterday!! It feels smoother, the chrome lining does make it look nice, and under close inspection I could still see some vertical lining, but its less apparent than it was on the older gs2.
Maybe they did fix it, or I'm not seeing it. Then again it never really bothered me in the first place so I'm not entirely sure...

Scratch or streak? Seen only from angle

Hi guys,
I'm new to the community but hope to be part of it!
Anyways I used to be an iphone user but switched to the skyrocket and love it! Its been about 3 weeks and everythings been great. I actually decided not to use a screen cover and have gotten no scratches thus far.
However today i noticed under a bright light theres two horizontal whitish lines on my screen, both near the top each only going half way across the screen. I can see it most clearly under bright light and almost not at all under a regular light and if I look at my phone at an angle (from the bottom to the top or vice versa) It looks more like a smudge (that cant be rubbed off) than a sratch because it looks thicker than a scratch, almost a discoloration. However it looks fine with the screen on. What could this be? Should i be concerned or go to the Att store? Thx guys!!
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First of all Welcome to Android and xda Community. I think You should check this out. It will help you alot and its must read in order to survive and learn more stuff.
Now at your problem. When you rub your hand do you feel anything on the screen? like thin scratch?
henwy said:
Hi guys,
I'm new to the community but hope to be part of it!
Anyways I used to be an iphone user but switched to the skyrocket and love it! Its been about 3 weeks and everythings been great. I actually decided not to use a screen cover and have gotten no scratches thus far.
However today i noticed under a bright light theres two horizontal whitish lines on my screen, both near the top each only going half way across the screen. I can see it most clearly under bright light and almost not at all under a regular light and if I look at my phone at an angle (from the bottom to the top or vice versa) It looks more like a smudge (that cant be rubbed off) than a sratch because it looks thicker than a scratch, almost a discoloration. However it looks fine with the screen on. What could this be? Should i be concerned or go to the Att store? Thx guys!!
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Thanks so much! I'll def take a look. I dont feel anuthing where the marks are. It's almost as if its under the glass. What could it be?
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I know some ppl had screen problem in galaxy line so thats may be y you see the screen. If you are not rooted take it to ATT and get new phone for it. If you are rooted unroot it using odin here.
henwy said:
Thanks so much! I'll def take a look. I dont feel anuthing where the marks are. It's almost as if its under the glass. What could it be?
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Hmm okay, ive read a out those problems too, those lines were seen when the screen was on right? I see mine when the screens off :/. Also im not sure where my box is, is that going to be a problem if i have to exchange? Thanks!
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NO it won't be problem. I hard bricked my phone so when i went to att they just did phone swap. If you want everything replaced than you must have everything.
henwy said:
Hmm okay, ive read a out those problems too, those lines were seen when the screen was on right? I see mine when the screens off :/. Also im not sure where my box is, is that going to be a problem if i have to exchange? Thanks!
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Is probably a thing scratch, I have a few. I'm not sure how I scratch it, I've never drop the phone or anything like that
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I've had lines like that on both my Skyrocket and my Captivate. Not sure if they're the same as yours, vertical lines that look like scratches, but when I clean them with an alcohol pad they go away.
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Cant ever go wrong with alcohol
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My worst fear...found two dead spots on my screen :(

Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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duarian said:
Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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You sure it's not a bubble or mark under your screen protector? I have 2x small black dots as well but it's from aforementioned.
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duarian said:
Was browsing the xda app today on the dark theme and I found two dead black spots on my screen. Thankfully they only show up on very dark grey backgrounds and are black. Tried all the dead pixel finders on the market but they don't show up on those...very odd.
Now comes the decision if I fake some things wrong to get a returb or keep it until it gets worse...
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This is a common occurrence from what I know. There its actually a whole other thread about this same thing from a couple of days ago. I wouldn't exchange it because it's 50/50 whether you'll get one that's better or worse.
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So why does his happen to all the new expensive phones???
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Has something to do with the manufacturing process of the AMOLED screens. Fairly normal from what I have read on here.
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My phone has the same issue. Several dark patches all over on a dark background while in a dark room. That is the only time i ever notice it; doesn't bother me in the least. Other people have sent in phone after phone, every one of them having these these splotches.
It's from the way they glue the screens together and the glue doesn't dry or something in areas.
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So why does his happen to all the new expensive phones???
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This happens to all phones, and led/lcd screens for that matter. People just notice and complain more (rightfully so) on more expensive models. 2 of my last 3 phones before this had at least 1 dead pixel.
You should be able to replace it under warranty, no?
Personally my worst fear isn't dead pixels though, it would be waking up to find a naked Rex Ryan fondling my feet...
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This happens to all phones, and led/lcd screens for that matter. People just notice and complain more (rightfully so) on more expensive models. 2 of my last 3 phones before this had at least 1 dead pixel.
You should be able to replace it under warranty, no?
Personally my worst fear isn't dead pixels though, it would be waking up to find a naked Rex Ryan fondling my feet...
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It its replaceable but you're taking a chance at getting a phone with worse blotches. The OP in this thread had blotches on his replacement phone too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1833031
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Wow haha, I posted this before I want to sleep and didn't think I would even get any replies. I am extremely relieved to know I'm not the only one.
I went through 4-5 droid x2's because of dead red pixels so I was really hoping to avoid this again. However since its a common issue I'm less worried. Thank you guys!
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The blotches are different than dead pixels. Dead pixels are an instant replacement even if just 1.
That's actually a "problem" with all super ambled screens. It happens when the screen isn't lit correctly or bright enough. It's normal and hhappens on all of the screens.
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duarian said:
Wow haha, I posted this before I want to sleep and didn't think I would even get any replies. I am extremely relieved to know I'm not the only one.
I went through 4-5 droid x2's because of dead red pixels so I was really hoping to avoid this again. However since its a common issue I'm less worried. Thank you guys!
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I was the OP of the other thread that was linked to and i did end up getting it replaced with one that was not nearly as bad. if you have any questions about it you can PM me
Welcome to the crappy world of OLED screens. Why the industry has not moved to slcd2 I don't know...
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I noticed this on my new s3 while loading gta3 on a very dark background, I saw maybe 2-3 small dark circles no bigger then a grain of rice. I didn't think much of it nor do I now since my entire screen seems to display everything just fine.
Still interesting to learn some flaws of today's latest technology, who knew it could be something as simple as gluing parts togeather.
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Mine looks like a murder scene...
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Mine looks like a murder scene...
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Are you being racist, implying murder scenes have a bunch of black groupings?! j/k
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Galaxy S4 Screen Issues

Here are some pictures of my dads galaxy s4. The LCD is bleeding purple and blue dots and it gwtting worse every minuite. Thank god this hasnt happened to my S4 [yet]. Im making this post from the device support center. We are going to attempt to get this replaced. Ill keep yoi all updated.
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So I'm guessing pops accidentally sat on it after leaving it in his back pocket.
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So I'm guessing pops accidentally sat on it after leaving it in his back pocket.
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Thats what I say or he dropped it on its side.
These pics makes my skin crawl. Sorry it has happen dude.
Ive been so cautious with my phone ever since I got it xD this is lile one of those worste nightmare situations.
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Thats what I say or he dropped it on its side.
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When I saw that I asked him right away if he dropped it or if his pockets were tight. He responded no to both. I've never seen him drop it, in fact the phone is still flawless. Nevertheless, the ended up shipping out a new phone. AT&T has really good CS. I'll let you know when the phone gets here. Oh yea, almost forgot, his screen is turning yellow now too.
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Hey guys. Heres another update of the screen. When he woke up this morning he went to check his phone and found this. It got even worse. Whatever. We should be seeing a new one in 4 to 6 business days. Just a lil update.
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Wow that's ****ty. Glad they are replacing it. I would of made a huge stink if they tried saying that was due to wear and tear.
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how hard did he press on the screen? it looks like its been pressed VERY hard.
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how hard did he press on the screen? it looks like its been pressed VERY hard.
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Yea after seeing the updated photo there's no doubt that was caused by pressure. Sat on old phone before by accident and the screen did the EXACT same thing.
I wouldn't say this is a screen issue, just a damaged phone by accident :*(
Hopefully cs doesnt consider that physical damage and charge full retail price after they get it..
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