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The screen appears to displaying purple at specific viewing angles. Is this something related to a backlight issue or is it simply a normal occurence for these laptops?

You’ll need to visit an Apple Store ASAP! As you have a defective display (unless you got the system wet). The ribbon data cable is likely damaged. Sadly you can’t do anything to fix this your self. Here’s a breakdown of the cables:

Photo credit: @just1ed www.macplus.sg One of the purple marked cabled is bad.