[Q] Stuck/dead pixel - Galaxy Note 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I found one grey stuck/dead pixel on my 6 month old Note 10.1. I've used an dead pixel fixer app to cycle through R, G, B colours for 30 mins and it isn't helping. Can anything else be done? I'm afraid to apply too much pressure on that part (some sites suggest 'massaging') because it might affect the Wacom digitiser.
If I send it back for warranty, will they replace the screen or send me a new Note 10.1?

tehriddler said:
I found one grey stuck/dead pixel on my 6 month old Note 10.1. I've used an dead pixel fixer app to cycle through R, G, B colours for 30 mins and it isn't helping. Can anything else be done? I'm afraid to apply too much pressure on that part (some sites suggest 'massaging') because it might affect the Wacom digitiser.
If I send it back for warranty, will they replace the screen or send me a new Note 10.1?
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The "fixer app" you have been using is just used to detect dead pixels. You can try to send back under warranty but 3 dead pixels is generally the minimum number they accept before you can claim warranty, it is for tv's anyway...

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Need Opinion on return device.

So I just received my Tab 7.0 Plus from Amazon and it has one small dead pixel. Super small but its there. Should I return it? Its on the right bottom corner and of course only noticeable in dark colors. I'm tempted to exchange it just for that little pixel.
I would return it but ask if they have a policy on it. Some companies put a definitive number of "acceptable" dead pixels (depending on screen size) before it warrants an exchange.
The only standard I know of for sure is Apple because their "acceptable" number is zero(0), as in there should not be a single dead pixel regardless. Amazon probably would accept it though, worth a shot.
NJ_RAMS_FAN said:
So I just received my Tab 7.0 Plus from Amazon and it has one small dead pixel. Super small but its there. Should I return it? Its on the right bottom corner and of course only noticeable in dark colors. I'm tempted to exchange it just for that little pixel.
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have you tried those apps that try to help fix stuck pixels? on my nexus one i thought i had a couple dead pixels but apparently were only stuck pixels. some app i used did some flashing of different colors and the stuck pixels never showed up again.
One thing I like about Amazon's exchange policy is that they'll immediately send you another tablet while you keep the other. Once you receive the new one, all you have to do is send back the defective one. They don't seem to ask questions about it. I totally bricked my tablet when I rooted it and they took it back.
cool.. Suck that Amazon won't have it on stock for 3-5 weeks per their site. I asked wifey and she said it doesnt bothered her and wouldnt even noticed it if I didn't say anything. It was for her so she'll keep it. But If i noticed amazon brings it back in stock soon, I might just exchange.
Dead Pixels are not a good thing
This ISN'T my Transformer Prime
My story with dead pixel shortly.
I bought my GT6200, same night the battery got empty and the tablet start shutting down and at black screen I saw a dead pixel. Next day I was in the market and all I sed was: "There is dead pixel". No one even wanted to see it. The guy sad: "Ooo, it`s normal for Samsung" and gave me another one brand new. I was like this because this behaviour and returning policy is not normal in my country.

[Q] Nexus 5 dead / hot pixels

Hi guys. I have browsed the forum but haven't noticed any post complaining about screen problems (beside one about yellowish screen temperature).
I was bloody excited hearing my package was delivered only to get hugely disappointed by 3 hot pixels on its screen. Two blue and one bright red almost in the centre of the screen.
Does anybody else found this problem? Or it's just me being unlucky?
Do you have any experience with google regarding to replacements? Is it stress less process or I will have to be prepared for lots of stress?
If you had device replaced was the new unit fault free?
Sorry but I am former Samsung customer (8 Galaxy note8 replaced due to dead pixels) I almost gave up hope for dead/hot pixels free displays
Andrew_j said:
Hi guys. I have browsed the forum but haven't noticed any post complaining about screen problems (beside one about yellowish screen temperature).
I was bloody excited hearing my package was delivered only to get hugely disappointed by 3 hot pixels on its screen. Two blue and one bright red almost in the centre of the screen.
Does anybody else found this problem? Or it's just me being unlucky?
Do you have any experience with google regarding to replacements? Is it stress less process or I will have to be prepared for lots of stress?
If you had device replaced was the new unit fault free?
Sorry but I am former Samsung customer (8 Galaxy note8 replaced due to dead pixels) I almost gave up hope for dead/hot pixels free displays
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I've got 7 dead pixels on my Nexus 5. Going to phone them in a little, I'll keep you updated.
Be patient. I have spent almost 15 min listening to classic music on hold. They have asked for evidences -so I have sent them photos and still waiting for their decision.
Will keep you posted.
I was on the phone less than 10 minutes. Exchange an email with a couple pics attached, showing the defect on my device. Then, 30 minutes later, had another reply with all the information needed to receive a replacement. And keep the current device until the replacement arrives. For me, great service. Defect is like a leak under the front camera. Where it should be all black, there is a little hole that leaks light from the display. Odd.
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I have no dead pixels but yellowish screen temp on low brightness. But this will settle with time, it is the glue that needs to dry out. It was the same with my n4.
One dead pixel
I have one dead pixel, almost in the center of the screen. However, at this resolution it's hard to notice, I think I'll keep it, I don't want to wait for an replacement.
Crooke356 said:
I was on the phone less than 10 minutes. Exchange an email with a couple pics attached, showing the defect on my device. Then, 30 minutes later, had another reply with all the information needed to receive a replacement. And keep the current device until the replacement arrives. For me, great service. Defect is like a leak under the front camera. Where it should be all black, there is a little hole that leaks light from the display. Odd.
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Shoot why it takes them sooooo long in my case? Still nothing. I have received e-mail from them. Replied with some photos and still no reply it's been already 4 hours and you had it all sorted well below 1 hour mark
Just got off the phone with Google. I got a "high call volume" warning but was only on hold for 7 minutes. My guy was very helpful and said they'll send out a replacement which *should* be with my by the end of the week. I keep my current Nexus 5 until then & send it back in packaging the new one comes in. Just waiting on a confirmation email now that this is what's happening.
Edit: Email received & replacement ordered. Fairly painless process so far! (touch wood)
I have one tiny green stuck pixel just under the status bar. It's only visible on dark backgrounds with high brightness so it doesn't bother me.
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Vertron said:
I have one tiny green stuck pixel just under the status bar. It's only visible on dark backgrounds with high brightness so it doesn't bother me.
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Yeah, but still, you didn't pay for something faulty. I would act if I was any of you guys.
I must have gotten lucky, no dead pixels.
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How do I check for dead pixel?
motoxxxx said:
How do I check for dead pixel?
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.ujacha.deadpixel&hl=ro
abaaaabbbb63 said:
Yeah, but still, you didn't pay for something faulty. I would act if I was any of you guys.
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On previous experiences all replacement handsets I've had have always been worse. If it doesn't bother me I'm not going to risk getting one with a fault that does bother me.
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9 dead/hot pixels here, mostly in the corners of the screen. Called Google and was told to restore my device (I was on it at the time). They told me they'd email me the instructions and for me to call them back. I had already restored from Bootloader and I don't think my guy understood the difference between software issues and hardware.
Anyhow, new one is on the way, hopefully this one doesn't have any issues because I really like the phone.
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Yeah, but still, you didn't pay for something faulty. I would act if I was any of you guys.
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Its not faulty, Google are only changing them out of goodwill, all companies have dead/stuck pixel polices and the higher the resolution the more dead/stuck pixels are allowable before the panel is deemed faulty.
I tend to disagree with you. Yes companies have their policies regarding to dead pixels and how they will treat the claims but do not forget about customers rights. For me dead or faulty pixel on the screen is not acceptable and if I feel unhappy I can (within 15 days) return purchased device. Of course if will do it this would be lose/lose situation as I will not have new shiny phone nor google my money. Thus they are happy to replace it (as long as it is as new and they will be able to put new stickers on it and sell it again - maybe next customer will not be as picky as me). So it is not really about "good will" as Google is not a non-profit organisation it's well calculated. On the other hand I would not expect such "good will" to replace the device after 15 days tho. But who knows maybe I am wrong
stefan0x53 said:
I have one dead pixel, almost in the center of the screen. However, at this resolution it's hard to notice, I think I'll keep it, I don't want to wait for an replacement.
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I took it back to the store and I have just received a replacement, it's perfect. Nice improvements on the OS also.
stefan0x53 said:
I get it back to the store and I have just received an replacement, it's perfect. Nice improvements on the OS also.
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You received a replacement from a Sprint store?? Or from the play store (if so, that is quick!!)
and what improvements on the OS? (same OS version, isn't it?)
jj14 said:
You received a replacement from a Sprint store??
and what improvements on the OS? (same OS version, isn't it?)
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I have brought it from a local store here in Romania.
I'm referring to the 4.4 OS improvements.

[Q] Strange shade on tablet's screen

Hello, few weeks ago i have noticed a strange shade in corner of my screen, The device that contain the screen is Galaxy tab P7320.
The shade looks like between glass and LCD screen, LCD's light passes throught it.
The shade looks like bunch of dark dots.
This is image of the shade, its is darker in real.
http://i.imgur.com/GWwNoMU.jpg
Anyone know what it is? Can i send it to warranty service?
ps. I have never hit the tablet to the ground or something similiar.
Arlicc said:
Hello, few weeks ago i have noticed a strange shade in corner of my screen, The device that contain the screen is Galaxy tab P7320.
The shade looks like between glass and LCD screen, LCD's light passes throught it.
The shade looks like bunch of dark dots.
This is image of the shade, its is darker in real.
http://i.imgur.com/GWwNoMU.jpg
Anyone know what it is? Can i send it to warranty service?
ps. I have never hit the tablet to the ground or something similiar.
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The OG galaxy tab is getting old, samsung expected us to upgrade to one of their "newer" "Better" tablets. it looks like to me they might be dead pixels, the lcd could just be going bad. i dont think you could send it for warranty service, the device is old and the warranty probably expired 2 years ago since im guessing it came out in 2010/11. if you do decide to get a upgrade, Do not get a Galaxy tab 2, its not a bad tablet honestly, but the CPU they put in it is worst the the first Galaxy tab 10.1
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The OG galaxy tab is getting old, samsung expected us to upgrade to one of their "newer" "Better" tablets. it looks like to me they might be dead pixels, the lcd could just be going bad. i dont think you could send it for warranty service, the device is old and the warranty probably expired 2 years ago since im guessing it came out in 2010/11. if you do decide to get a upgrade, Do not get a Galaxy tab 2, its not a bad tablet honestly, but the CPU they put in it is worst the the first Galaxy tab 10.1
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I have stample of the shop where i had bought on warranty card, and it says "02.09.2012", i think warranty is 2 years old, therefore i should be able to send it.
Anyway, color are passing the shade, therefore the shade isn't bunch of dead pixels, and dead pixels can't be see when tablet is turned off.
At a angle, it looks like between glasss and LCD panel.

Probably stuck or dead pixel

Hi guys, yesterday i recieved my OPO and i noticed that there is a little dark point ( watchable only on white screen) which probably is a stuck or dead pixel. The point is very very little and amost unwatchable during normal use , but i m very finicky......what can i do? Is possible to obtain a replacement of the phone for only one pixel? Thanks for your suggestions!!!
Only OnePlus can answer that question, there's no point asking here because nobody here is an employee of OnePlus. If it is defective though, they should cover it under warranty.
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Only OnePlus can answer that question, there's no point asking here because nobody here is an employee of OnePlus. If it is defective though, they should cover it under warranty.
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But no one bere with a similar situation? Just no know if there is a possibility to obtain the change. I have already opened a ticket on OPO official site, but no reply at now.
Basic warranty policy states that if a device is defective out of the factory you are entitled to a replacement.
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I have a dead pixel too - but honestly - is it worth making such a big deal out of it?! Why don't you just live with it and save you all the trouble? It's not worth it in my opinion - what if you get another device with a yellow band in exchange? That would be worse wouldn't it? There are bigger problems than just one dead pixel - if it were green all the time that would be much worse.
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But no one bere with a similar situation? Just no know if there is a possibility to obtain the change. I have already opened a ticket on OPO official site, but no reply at now.
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ugh I have the same situation with my new oneplus one, this didnt happen on my old one but there is a dead/stuck pixel near the top that is green usuallly very hard to notice but sticks out like a sore thumb on black backgrounds. i am just going to deal with it unless it gets much worse is there any way to fix it short of replacing the hardware?
my co-worker has 1 stuck pixel, like you, its only visible on a white background. OPO's defective policy is only for 3 pixels or more. he ended up selling it on craigslist for the price he bought it at.
I have the exact same issue and feel the same way, though I haven't bothered with a ticket yet because I feel lucky to even have one given the extremely short supply. They haven't made a specific statement on dead pixels in the FAQs, but here are a couple close ones:
What is your warranty & return policy?http://oneplus.net/support/answer/what-is-your-warranty-return-policy
What should I do if I receive a defective product?http://oneplus.net/support/answer/what-should-i-do-if-i-received-a-defective-product
Other than that, thishttps://forums.oneplus.net/threads/dead-pixel.68381/#post-3362283 is about the most useful statement I could find from any admin on the topic. >.<
You can also do like I might and wait for your shared invites to come in, use one to buy a new phone, then sell your current one on eBay or something. Just be sure to be honest about any issues with it. Given the low supply you'd probably still get darn close to retail for it.
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Stuck pixel here
Though I bought the phone nearly two months back, got it only today from a friend travelling from the US as my country is unsupported yet for shipping.
I discovered a white stuck pixel that stays on in any damn screen when the phone is on.
Pete Lau was drumbeating so much about being very strict with quality, but if so many people are complaining about the screen, this is not good.
Depending on whether the pixel is actually dead (meaning it either gets no power or shortened) or stuck (crystal can't rotate) you may be able to revive it. There are applications for that purpose in the Play store that very quickly toggle through several colors in the hope of jiggling the pixel free - leave it running for a few hours and check if the screen is fixed.
Numero7 said:
But no one bere with a similar situation? Just no know if there is a possibility to obtain the change. I have already opened a ticket on OPO official site, but no reply at now.
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Hello! Yes!
I have a stuck pixel at my opo. I can just give you one advise. Don't change it. Just don't care about those pixels and more important: Don't search dead pixels. I wad also like you, and so i ordered 3x htc one x, 3x galaxy s3 and all of them had dead pixels or stuck pixels. Also my galaxy s4 had one, and my lg g2! So every ****in phone has them. It's like a big joke and you need very good luck to get one without.
So now i have my opo, and also have 1 stuck pixel. But you know what, i don't care. You have to learn this.
Otherwise you'll be going crazy. Just be happy with your phone. In some time you will get another phone anyway.
So pfff.
d4fseeker said:
Depending on whether the pixel is actually dead (meaning it either gets no power or shortened) or stuck (crystal can't rotate) you may be able to revive it. There are applications for that purpose in the Play store that very quickly toggle through several colors in the hope of jiggling the pixel free - leave it running for a few hours and check if the screen is fixed.
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Thanks @d4fseeker. Any tips on which apps we can try?
I had success on a friend's phone a while back with this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.htc.chris.blackspotdetect
Thank you
d4fseeker said:
I had success on a friend's phone a while back with this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.htc.chris.blackspotdetect
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Thank you. Have hit the button as well
Yup! Stuck pixel here, it appeared after having the device for less than a day, it's 1 red pixel, so it's not visible on white background. But dark background its right in my face.
I had a little cluster of white pixels on my m7, never really bothered by it.
The way oneplus handle this, I don't think I'll even bother to try to get a replacement device. Well, that's the price we pay for buying from cheap Chinese manufacturer.
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that's the price we pay for buying from cheap Chinese manufacturer.
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You do know that "3+ dead/stuck pixels" is what major brands also require for replacement?

General First replacement since Nexus 6P

Yesterday I was doing some work around the house, pulled my phone out of my pocket to change YouTube videos or something. Noticed a black spot, dead pixels. I thought the other day that I saw a ghostish blur on the bottom left of the phone, the dead pixels are in the middle left of the phone. Have a warranty replacement coming. Coming it's the first phone replacement I've had to have since my eight or nine Nexus 6Ps under warranty.
My mind to maybe sell it and try something else, like the one plus 11, but man. Idk. . anyone else have similar screen quality issues? Maybe? I've just been lucky up to this point.
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Yesterday I was doing some work around the house, pulled my phone out of my pocket to change YouTube videos or something. Noticed a black spot, dead pixels. I thought the other day that I saw a ghostish blur on the bottom left of the phone, the dead pixels are in the middle left of the phone. Have a warranty replacement coming. Coming it's the first phone replacement I've had to have since my eight or nine Nexus 6Ps under warranty.
My mind to maybe sell it and try something else, like the one plus 11, but man. Idk. . anyone else have similar screen quality issues? Maybe? I've just been lucky up to this point.
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No issues here. Haven't read all the threads, but if it were a common fault i think it would be reported here (and noticable). Just bad luck with a dodgy screen... maybe.
kickenwing13 said:
Yesterday I was doing some work around the house, pulled my phone out of my pocket to change YouTube videos or something. Noticed a black spot, dead pixels. I thought the other day that I saw a ghostish blur on the bottom left of the phone, the dead pixels are in the middle left of the phone. Have a warranty replacement coming. Coming it's the first phone replacement I've had to have since my eight or nine Nexus 6Ps under warranty.
My mind to maybe sell it and try something else, like the one plus 11, but man. Idk. . anyone else have similar screen quality issues? Maybe? I've just been lucky up to this point.
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OnePlus 11 might not be a better choice. I had one for just over a month when suddenly an entire row of pixels just went bright white for no reason (see attached). Guess any manufacturer can deliver a bad screen every once in a while.
congrats on the long life of the nexus 6p bro.
I gave mine up when they offered the pixel xl as a free replacement....the pixel xl sucked

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