Dropped iPad

[helpdesk1]

Our iPad was dropped when slipped on the side walk and now the background flashes red and black. The apps still work but how can I fix the background?

 

[skimonkey]

Did you see this thread about tapping the back of your iPad to see if the colors will correct itself?

http://www.ipadforums.net/ipad-help/59195-ipad-screen-colors-all-messed-up.html

Also-here is some further discussion by Apple: https://discussions.apple.com/message/18087434#18087434

If that doesn't work, it may be helpful to visit your Apple Store to see if they can work with you. Good luck.

 

[helpdesk1]

It worked! I hit it on the back a few times and the colors went back to normal. I can't believe that worked. Thank you!!!

 

[caledonia]

Nice one skimonkey

 

[skimonkey]

It worked! I hit it on the back a few times and the colors went back to normal. I can't believe that worked. Thank you!!!

Woohoo--glad it worked!

Nice one skimonkey

Thanks, caledonia!!

 

[giradman41]

Woohoo--glad it worked!

Well, you deserve a big LIKE from the OP - now I've look at that thread before and no one who has had their screens 'corrected' w/ the pats of the back (I recall 'burping' my son nearly 40 years ago) - my impression is that w/ a 'drop' a connection is loosened (but does not detach) - this loosened connection may become firmer w/ those pats - just my assumption; so is this a temporary or lasting cure? Don't know but expect that for those who have revived their iPads, the problem may still return.

Also, I'm surprised that the Genius Bar​ seem to be completely ignorant of a problem that really did need a screen replacement but could be corrected by establishing a firmer connection at a decent cost - Dave

 

[willerz2]

I guess giving it the good old kick does fix an issue. Worked decades ago, still works now.

 

[skimonkey]

Well, you deserve a big LIKE from the OP - now I've look at that thread before and no one who has had their screens 'corrected' w/ the pats of the back (I recall 'burping' my son nearly 40 years ago) - my impression is that w/ a 'drop' a connection is loosened (but does not detach) - this loosened connection may become firmer w/ those pats - just my assumption; so is this a temporary or lasting cure? Don't know but expect that for those who have revived their iPads, the problem may still return.

Also, I'm surprised that the Genius Bar​ seem to be completely ignorant of a problem that really did need a screen replacement but could be corrected by establishing a firmer connection at a decent cost - Dave

I have never heard of this "phenomenon" before joining this forum. I believe it was mentioned by Leelai sometime ago and I had no idea that could work. I believe it worked for her. Regarding temporary fix, maybe. However, I know that Leelai hasn't had issues since!

I guess giving it the good old kick does fix an issue. Worked decades ago, still works now.

A few old fashion whacks always seems to help!

 

[Fred Garvin]

Glad it worked.... Too bad it didn't work for Al Bean on the moon....

iPad Air 32Gb Wi-Fi; 17" MacBook Pro; 24" iMac; iPhone 4; iPod Nano 6th Gen; iPod Shuffle; Apple TV 2

 

[iJamesH]

It's called the Fonzie method

 

[Elizellen]

it's called the fonzie method :d

lol

 

[alicepattinson]

It worked! I hit it on the back a few times and the colors went back to normal. I can't believe that worked. Thank you!!!

wow! I never thought that hitting the back will fix it. Good news