IPod Touch has dirt under screen!!!

I got my first iPod Touch one month ago and I just recently got it replaced. The first iPod had quite a few specs of dust under the screen and the replacement one has the same problem. The replacement one has dust scattered all over the screen and there is some type of sand particle spot in the right top corner that makes it look like their are dead pixels. I looked at the screen under a microscope and confirmed that there are not any dead pixels. The spots I see under the screen are either some type of sandy material and or dust.
Is there any way to get this iPod replaced again with one out of box instead of them giving me one wrapped in PLASTIC!!!? Also, is there a way that I can get a refund on this item as it was a huge investment on my part. I don't want to have a product with a problem like this!!! I spent at least $420 on this iPod and it should not have a problem like this. I look at this part of the iPod every day, so it is a big deal! It is not a big deal if I get a scratch on the back. I look at the screen every day. I should expect for how much I payed for this, it should be FLAWLESS!
Thanks for your interest,
Timothy Z.

It is a normal occurrence for this to happen. At least every iPod comes with some dust under the screen. How much is under yours anyway. Apple only allows a certain replaceable amount of dust. If there are any damages to the iPod in any way, eg. scratches on screen or dents Apple will turn you down.
I know you are desperate for a new iPod. The iPod still works perfectly and you can use a matte finish screen protector to hide the dust and scratches you may have.
Hope this helps,
Timothy Z.

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