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Apple now admits that, yes, some iPads are bent. The company says the cooling process involving the tablet's metal and plastic housing can cause slight warping. However, Apple does not consider this a defect. It claims the bend will not get worse over time, and it does not affect the functionality of the tablet.
- Does Apple replace bent iPad pro?
- Why has my iPad pro bent?
- What happens if your iPad is bent?
- How much does it cost to fix a bent iPad pro?
- How much does it cost to fix a bent iPad?
- Can a bent iPad be fixed?
- Why is my iPad bent in the middle?
- How do I know if my iPad Pro is bent?
- Is a bent iPad dangerous?
Does Apple replace bent iPad pro?
If you are not happy with the bend on your 11-inch or 12.9-inch iPad Pro (2018), which Apple says does not and will never ever affect the performance of the device, you might want to follow along with a story posted on Reddit (via ZDNet) about an Apple customer who was able to score a free replacement unit.
Why has my iPad pro bent?
Apple has confirmed to The Verge that some of its 2018 iPad Pros are shipping with a very slight bend in the aluminum chassis. ... The bend is the result of a cooling process involving the iPad Pro's metal and plastic components during manufacturing, according to Apple. Both sizes of the new iPad Pro can exhibit it.
What happens if your iPad is bent?
A defect like this degrades the whole Apple experience. Once you see the bend in the iPad Pro, you can't unsee it. And Apple wants you to believe that it's not actually there, and your iPad Pro is perfectly fine. ... Return their brand new iPad Pro within the 14-day return policy.
How much does it cost to fix a bent iPad pro?
It costs up to $649 to repair a bent iPad Pro. According to Apple the bend is not a defect.
How much does it cost to fix a bent iPad?
How much it will cost depends upon what country that you are in. If you are in the US, then the cost for replacement (, then it will be $249 (from here).
Can a bent iPad be fixed?
But your iPad won't be fixed. Apple doesn't repair iPad's. If you don't have a valid AppleCare plan on the iPad a replacement will cost about 60% of the price of the device when new. ... If you are still under the return period, you maybe able to return this iPad for a refund and get another brand new unit.
Why is my iPad bent in the middle?
By contrast, bends that appear more centrally in the iPad casing generally occur, at a structural weak point, where the central microphone hole pierces the vertical edge on one of the longer sides. It is suspected that very little pressure is needed, at this central point, to induce a bend post-manufacture.
How do I know if my iPad Pro is bent?
How do I know if my iPad has a bend problem? Bending can be detected by placing an iPad Pro on a flat surface or by holding it up and looking at the side of it. Most of the bends that we've seen have been easily detectable using one of these two methods.
Is a bent iPad dangerous?
Somehow your iPad became bent. They don't bend without some force and the iPad Pro 10.5 has a pretty strong frame. If you are able to charge it. If it doesn't overheat and the screen functions normally, it's probably safe to use.
