Dead Pixel on 2 month old iMac 20"

I've tried tons of Pixel Fix ways. I've tried Videos and etc.
Is there anything i can do.
I have 1 dead pixel. Can i return it if nothing works at all?

Not sure how the laws in Germany are, but here in Norway you have the right to demand a new similar product if you find any faults with the one you purchased, as long as it's a mass produced product. Apple tried doing the whole "we have a pixel policy" thing, and I stated that I have a "laws of the country" thing, and they got me a new macbook in a few minutes (mine had a single dead pixel too, and I'm kinda picky that way).
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