Small hair/dead pixel behind screen 10 weeks old MBP

Hello,
I have a 10 weeks old MBP and now I was browsing the web when I noticed a very small hair behind my screen
it's aprox 2-3 mm in length but it really annoys me because of 2 facts
It's in the centre of my screen
My MBP is 10 weeks old!
However it also could be a line of dead pixels.
I already read some threads about this and most of them say that I have to go to the Apple store,
but I live in Belgium? I don't know if the service is the same as in the US?
thanks!

Hello Michiel0lb,
No, I'm sorry but I can't be that positive.  I don't use MBP, I have never seen their guarantee and the interpretation of a fault has to be with the examiner ... in your case, Switch.    That said, if the fault is visible any decent company would want to see you satisfied whether it means cleaning, replacing the screen or the whole MB for that matter.   10 weeks is not a long time and Apple is a decent company.
I can (just) make the fault out though I'm sure it is more visible in reality.   Be sure to approach Switch in person and phone first to confirm they are able to handle a warranty matter.   Re-sellers often have facilities to repair on the premises or they will send the machine back to an Apple base if the matter is serious.    But if asked when you phone, don't say any more than your screen has developed unusual marks that could be faulty pixels.    For your own satisfaction you must ensure it is examined.
Post back with your findings ... and good luck,

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