Is this screen issue on my iPad caused by water damage?
Hello.. this happened to my iPad.. i seriously have no idea what happened and how did it happened.... Is this water damage? Or..? Thank youu
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iPad Air, iPadOS 18
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As illustrated, you are seeing inconsistencies in the screen backlight diffuser - potentially due to its partial delamination from the screen assembly. If the brightness inconsistencies are an issue, the only remedy is replacement of the iPad screen.
Be aware that the screen is the single most expensive component of your iPad. Unless your iPad remains within its warranty period, or you have benefit of an active AppleCare+ plan, an out of warranty repair will be expensive.
For practical purposes, in lieu of repairing and returning your own iPad, Apple usually exchange the iPad for a renewed/refurbished iPad of the same model and specification. The cost of the exchange is the same as would otherwise be charged for repair. Unless you have benefit of an active AppleCare plan, an out-of-warranty repair while expensive will be somewhat less than the cost of a replacement iPad.
As for out-of-warranty repair costs, Apple offers a fixed-price price repair. You can verify eligibility and cost for your region/country here:
iPad Repair & Service - Apple Support
If you have an active AppleCare+ plan, the cost of repair is reduced to a small excess/deductible fee.
You might be best advised to visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to assess the iPad before you commit to a repair/exchange:
