Dead pixel !! - Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

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Just bought my gs4 today.& i have a dead pixel.its a red dot visible on black and grey..somebody knows how to fix this??
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well you could replace the screen. or just take it back & get a replacement device. within 14 days verizon would give you a new one. not sure about other carriers.

I'm from belguim.there is no verizon here ^^
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If it's red it would then be a stuck pixel? There are some ways to potentially fix those (flashing images of different colours very quickly), but being brand new I would replace the phone.
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Just tell me where the funeral is.

tietherope said:
If it's red it would then be a stuck pixel? There are some ways to potentially fix those (flashing images of different colours very quickly), but being brand new I would replace the phone.
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Yeah i think im gonna replace it.probably they will give me a new one right away
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kevjee said:
Yeah i think im gonna replace it.probably they will give me a new one right away
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Try playing this video (don't directly stare at it):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62d17RtgVU8
Keep it going for a while.
There's an 8-hour version if you're willing to try that overnight before returning it.

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Try playing this video (don't directly stare at it):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62d17RtgVU8
Keep it going for a while.
There's an 8-hour version if you're willing to try that overnight before returning it.
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Going to bed now.gonna put the 11 hour video on.if that wont work nothing will
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Didnt work
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If only one pixel out of 2073600 pixels is stuck or dead and it doesn't affect you much, then keep it.
But if it bothers you, you are fully entitled to exchange your new phone.

Same problem here, bought a S4 this morning with one dead or stuck pixel (green dot on black background).
Already exchanged at the store with no problem.
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kevjee said:
Didnt work
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Sorry! Go ahead and return it if it bothers you. I know how it's necessary to want a perfect phone when you first buy it! :-o
Good luck.

patelkedar91 said:
Sorry! Go ahead and return it if it bothers you. I know how it's necessary to want a perfect phone when you first buy it! :-o
Good luck.
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Yeah u know.we pay enough for it.so i dont want that **** on my screen xd
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Didnt work
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These things never does. I have had a lot of devices with stuck/death pixels - always seems to be a 1st batch issue. And always we find these "fix" recommendations but they NEVER work Swap it.

I had a red stuck pixel on my Galaxy S2, I removed it by simply rubbing the screen on the dead pixel while applying pressure.
It disappeared and never came back

I'd be devastated rather take it back.

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Would you return it for one stuck green pixel?

Title says it all got one stuck in the center, green. Only super noticeable on shades of grey.
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Well if you're lazy like me then no. But if you feel like you've been conned out of your money then return it.
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sure... you paid a fair deal for the phone- if you're dissatisfied, then samsung/retailer should rectify it.
but it does sound like lots of hassle for a single pixel.
of course...especially when you will be noticing it, everytime when you look at it
i'd return it . im sure now you see and look at the dead pixel everytime you look at the screen as you have already spotted it.
Well, kind of how I feel guys.
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Just so that you don't regret do it
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eallan said:
Title says it all got one stuck in the center, green. Only super noticeable on shades of grey.
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Probably not, depends on how noticeable it was.
If everything else works fine, there is always the chance you'll return it and get something far more annoying.
It reminds me of friends who used to return monitors that had a bad pixel.
- Frank
Yes I definitely would. Not sure if they'll accept the return though because of just one dead pixel.
yeah im sure it will be fine with exchange to newset.
ChodTheWacko said:
Probably not, depends on how noticeable it was.
If everything else works fine, there is always the chance you'll return it and get something far more annoying.
It reminds me of friends who used to return monitors that had a bad pixel.
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I would return a monitor for one. I haven't had a dead pixel in a monitor in a very long time.
This one is pretty noticeable being in the center and all.
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I would definitely exchange it coz i know how annoying that one dead pixel is.. i had a iPhone like that and i took it to apple store and they exchanged it for me.
I would definitely return it.
You deserve a new and defect free screen when you have paid for a new device.
Definitely I would. You'll never forgive yourself if u don't do it
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Talking with the vendor, hoping they take care of me. They have a pretty awful policy on the books there though at 11 dead pixels for a return...
They're talking to the supplier, i will keep you posted.
Aren't there any apps that force colours to all the pixels which then, in turn, might unlock the green one?
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Just found 'Pixel Fixer V 2.0' and its free. Give it a go. You can't lose really.
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Exactly, there are methods of fixing dead pixels with a good chance of success. I would definitely google it and try them out (and maybe try to figure out which may be best for AMOLED screens).
Then, if nothing works and the dead pixel is in some annoying place I would ask for a replacement.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/dead-pixel-detect-and-fix/com.htc.chris.blackspotdetect
Even if you don't mind, say in the off chance you sell it later - and the buyer notices it and decides not to - you'll regret not getting a new phone.
Prozac69 said:
Just found 'Pixel Fixer V 2.0' and its free. Give it a go. You can't lose really.
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Thank you, I already tried that overnight to no avail (and then again several times for a few hours.)

Question before I exchange my tablet

I just got my note this Week, and I love it, but I had a quick question. When I qm trying to write accurately,the pencil will go crazy on me, effectively giving my letters tails, Is this normal? Should I exchange? It doesn't depend on the location of where Im writing (from what I can tell)
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I should also mention that this occurs regardless of the program, I have tried 3.
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GETCASHMONEY said:
I just got my note this Week, and I love it, but I had a quick question. When I qm trying to write accurately,the pencil will go crazy on me, effectively giving my letters tails, Is this normal? Should I exchange? It doesn't depend on the location of where Im writing (from what I can tell)
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It's not normal. It could be the display but it could also be the S-Pen. I got my S-Pen wet and even after it dried what I'd write on the display was sometimes off. Whichever it is, if you can exchange it, you should.
Thank you. I'll probably go tonight and exchange it. Glad I bought from Sam's club instead of Craigslist!
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Wow...my last note was a piece of crap compared to this! I love this thing even more now. Thanks again for the advice.
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GETCASHMONEY said:
Wow...my last note was a piece of crap compared to this! I love this thing even more now. Thanks again for the advice.
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What else is different?

Buying a N4 from craigslist

I think I found an old guy who does not want his N4. Can I pull my att sim card from straight talk and put it in the n4?
What other things should I look for before I make the purchase from someone who has had experience with this device? I am coming from the note 1.
Thank you for any help!
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You may need to create the APN, but the phone is Sim unlocked.
Look for scratches, cracks, touchscreen unresponsiveness, earpiece crackle (some is OK. Just make sure it isn't unbearable), dead pixels and yellow spots on the screen.
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You may need to create the APN, but the phone is Sim unlocked.
Look for scratches, cracks, touchscreen unresponsiveness, earpiece crackle (some is OK. Just make sure it isn't unbearable), dead pixels and yellow spots on the screen.
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Cosmetic stuff yea but dead pixel I wouldn't of thought off. Are there any common problems with this device?
APN is good I would of forgot that. I carry my settings for that all the time cause I am constantly flashing stuff. Thanks for your response.
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Kinz1980 said:
I think I found an old guy who does not want his N4. Can I pull my att sim card from straight talk and put it in the n4?
What other things should I look for before I make the purchase from someone who has had experience with this device? I am coming from the note 1.
Thank you for any help!
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Just curious what you consider an "old guy"?
Kinz1980 said:
Cosmetic stuff yea but dead pixel I wouldn't of thought off. Are there any common problems with this device?
APN is good I would of forgot that. I carry my settings for that all the time cause I am constantly flashing stuff. Thanks for your response.
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Common problems are light bleed, speaker crackle, dead pixels, banding on the display, and yellow spots under the screen. Did I miss anything anyone?
grubbster said:
Just curious what you consider an "old guy"?
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Lol I was not trying to offend anyone.
I was stereotyping him because he said his wife had to order the phone online for him and that kind of phone wasn't for him. I am guessing it might of been his first smart phone. He is selling a 16 gig for 300 bucks and he used it one day.
He wanted the money to get a iphone:banghead:
I need a new phone cause I think my note 1 has about had it. So it could potentially could be a good timing thing.
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Common problems are light bleed, speaker crackle, dead pixels, banding on the display, and yellow spots under the screen. Did I miss anything anyone?
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Could you explain the light bleed a bit more?
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Kinz1980 said:
Could you explain the light bleed a bit more?
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It's an unevenness in the way the backlight lights up the screen. You'll see brighter spots around the edges. Some say it's the type of screen. It's not something I've ever looked for or noticed. It doesn't bother a lot of people, but perfectionists let it get to them.
make sure its not blacklisted..yes google can and had blocked the n4..
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pak-stars said:
make sure its not blacklisted..yes google can and had blocked the n4..
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Wow didn't know that. How do check something like that?
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Kinz1980 said:
Wow didn't know that. How do check something like that?
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For an extra $50 bucks and shipping you can get a brand new one and not risk buying one with an issue.
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For an extra $50 bucks and shipping you can get a brand new one and not risk buying one with an issue.
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50 bucks plus shipping is a lot of money to me.
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When you get to him. Ask him if you can call Google and get the warranty transferred over to you. At the same time ask google if it has been blacklisted. If he does not agree, don't buy it.

Someone push the s4 on me?

Hi I have the iPhone 5 with iOS 7.
I completely hate it.
I'm stuck between the s4 and the htc one.
played with both today the s4 seems kinda "plasticy" and the htc one reminds me of the iphone build and the htc one in black is hawt.
why should i buy the s4 over the htc one?
i plan to root / custom rom the s4 once an exploit is found.
thnx
If you drop the S4, it bounces. The One will dent and put pressure on the screen and buttons if dropped causing more possible damage. I suggest a case for either one. The S4 has a larger more vibrant screen. A 13 megapixel camera vs the Ones 4 mp camera. Yes they say ultra pixel but it just takes pics with bigger pixels. Its a load of crap if you ask me.
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U shouldn't. Buy the one
Your gonna have a case on your phone so what does the material matter?
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ian1 said:
Your gonna have a case on your phone so what does the material matter?
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this. and i hate how the One doesn't have a middle button. that HTC logo is such a waste of space if you ask me.
honeyp0t said:
I'm stuck between the s4 and the htc one.
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Same dilemma I had. Chose S4 easily tho because SD card support is high on my list of must-haves.
The need for this new device was due to frying the last phone and not being to access the built-in memory at all after. Altho nothing I cared for was lost since everything was on an SD card.
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now i just need a rom and a new color..
i saw the red at att today and it looked nice.
use the GOLDEYE ROM, if you like stock.
my opinion, S4....
ViSiON-X the fastest stock out...
ATT has the certified like new black one for 29 bucks right now
http://m.att.com/shopmobile/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s-4-16gb-black-mist-refurb.html
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xisruno said:
ATT has the certified like new black one for 29 bucks right now
http://m.att.com/shopmobile/wireless/devices/samsung/galaxy-s-4-16gb-black-mist-refurb.html
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Looks like its out of stock
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Yes now it does may be able to call them?
That's almost to good to be true.
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Anybody else already lose their s pen?

Ok so ive had the note for 3 days now, used the pen maybe two or three times, and the last time I used it I must have set it down somewhere cuz I cant find it anywhere. I do however keep getting this little message popup reminding me to put the pen back in the phone. I dont know wut triggers the message. it pops up quite a bit with no noticeable pattern. Sux too cuz I never really got to play around with it for more than a minute or two. Does the phone have a feature that can help me find the pen or do I just need to buy a new one? Gracias everyone!
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NinjaPerv said:
Ok so ive had the note for 3 days now, used the pen maybe two or three times, and the last time I used it I must have set it down somewhere cuz I cant find it anywhere. I do however keep getting this little message popup reminding me to put the pen back in the phone. I dont know wut triggers the message. it pops up quite a bit with no noticeable pattern. Sux too cuz I never really got to play around with it for more than a minute or two. Does the phone have a feature that can help me find the pen or do I just need to buy a new one? Gracias everyone!
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Settings_spen uncheck spen keeper.
If you Google maps "best buy" it will show you and help you navigate your way to your s pen
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achtung515 said:
If you Google maps "best buy" it will show you and help you navigate your way to your s pen
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yeah but google maps doesnt account for the construction traffic. wuts the fastest way to get there from ur moms house?
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That's a pain bud! I hope you find it!
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NinjaPerv said:
Ok so ive had the note for 3 days now, used the pen maybe two or three times, and the last time I used it I must have set it down somewhere cuz I cant find it anywhere. I do however keep getting this little message popup reminding me to put the pen back in the phone. I dont know wut triggers the message. it pops up quite a bit with no noticeable pattern. Sux too cuz I never really got to play around with it for more than a minute or two. Does the phone have a feature that can help me find the pen or do I just need to buy a new one? Gracias everyone!
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I took a white one off display at a local Verizon display. Now I have an extra one from those pigs. watch out...
I live a rebellious life. Even though not recommended, that's the only thing you could do atm.
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Brandonrz said:
I took a white one off display at a local Verizon display. Now I have an extra one from those pigs. watch out...
I live a rebellious life. Even though not recommended, that's the only thing you could do atm.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-S-p...39558?pt=US_Styluses&var=&hash=item3cd72f4ec6
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-Ge...83908?pt=US_Styluses&var=&hash=item1c382a59e4
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Replace...1303107892?pt=US_Styluses&hash=item3386b17134
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If you Google maps "best buy" it will show you and help you navigate your way to your s pen
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Lolz
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achtung515 said:
Lolz
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:what::what::what:lolz??? What did you lol to sleep?? Lolz whats the z for? lls
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Ahhaha well **** verizon you deserve that s-pen more than their floor model.... with the prices you and I pay, bah!
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alexxxmackie said:
Ahhaha well **** verizon you deserve that s-pen more than their floor model.... with the prices you and I pay, bah!
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I know, but it's still not a good thing to do. On my part.
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