Options? Apple wants $450 to repair fathers screen

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My old man told me he woke up to his iPhone max 12 like this. Absent cracks, equipped with an official apple case, lack of observable damage, and a history of being very careful with his phone I believe him. That said, apple requires $450 to do a screen repair. To me this looks like more a pixel issue than screen damage. Other companies that have similar display issues typically will rma it or replace for free or nominal amount. Any cheaper options solutions than what apple offered? The experience and customer support options left a pretty orr taste in my mouth. But don’t let my frustration distract from a solution! Thanks in advance.

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