IMac 24" 3.06GHz Recall - Extended Warranty

For over a year, I had followed the 24 page thread about the widespread video issues people are experiencing with their iMacs, specifically, the 24" 3.06GHz model. Alas, that topic "Branched to a new discussion" and now it says I'm unauthorized to view it... (Is this Apple's way of distinguishing the fire?)
Anyhow, I'm eager to know where this issue stands. Has anyone  reached a resolution with Apple without coming out of pocket?

rick268 wrote:
For over a year, I had followed the 24 page thread about the widespread video issues people are experiencing with their iMacs, specifically, the 24" 3.06GHz model. Alas, that topic "Branched to a new discussion" and now it says I'm unauthorized to view it... (Is this Apple's way of distinguishing the fire?)
Anyhow, I'm eager to know where this issue stands. Has anyone  reached a resolution with Apple without coming out of pocket?
According to the postings on page 24 of the linked thread you posted.  One poster even received a new iMac (2013). 

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