What to do about a Dead Pixel?

[synaptyc]

Hey Gang,
I got my Touch back in December 07.
I noticed a week ago I have a dead pixel in the middle/right of the display.
It was new & perfect when I got it online. I didn't get any insurance though.
I would like to exchange this one at a Sprint store for a new one.
Any tips on how to successfully exchange this unit for another one?

~Sy(\)

[storino03]

Either do a warranty replacement, or live with it.

--James

[synaptyc]

GREAT advice! ... never thought of that.

[atoy74]

Originally Posted by synaptyc

GREAT advice! ... never thought of that.

lol...

I also have a dead pixel. Only see it when I'm using the camera. Otherwise, it doesn't bother (yet.)

[ycats]

Mine had one near the bottom after I bought it in November, took it back a few weeks later and got a replacement.

[synaptyc]

yeah.... only I can see it. That's because I am obsessed with it! I notice everything cool/not-cool about it (^_^).
I can really see it on a white page. Like email or something.
I suppose I'll try to exchange it. I will never know until i try!
After the "ordeal", I'll post my results.

~SY(\)

[jayresc]

If you get someone nice at the store they might just help you. Otherwise warranty is the only other option.

[nlgrav182]

In some cases, you can "massage" the dead pixel out. I've read this in laptop magazines about screens that have a dead pixel. I'm not sure how this will work out with the touch screen, but it's better than nothing.

http://www.google.com/search?q=dead+pixel+massage

[Devilish]

how can you test the screen to see if there are any dead pixel? I have a touch and I also want to test my laptop. Thanks

[Torx]

look around for a mobile dead pixel app.
what it does is just flash random colors fast to bring the pixel back.. but i dont know how reliable the technique is on mobile phones.