Google Confirms Pixel 8 Pro Screen Impressions Are Normal and Don't Affect Performance

Some Google Pixel 8 Pro owners have expressed concern about the imprint of internal components on their device's screen that look like circular bumps, drawing attention from Google. These bumps may result from components pressing on the soft underside of the OLED panel but are only visible under certain lighting conditions.

Google states that performance should have no impact on performance or durability
In response to user observations, Google released a statement acknowledging that "some users may see impressions from components in the device that look like small bumps." However, the company assures users that this impression does not affect the performance or durability of the Pixel 8 Pro. According to a Google spokesperson, the new display on the device can show this impression when the screen is off and not in use, especially in certain lighting conditions.

The company suggests that the uneven surface on which the display rests may be a contributing factor to the impression, and the device's cracking supports this possibility.

While current reports suggest that the circular bumps aren't affecting the device's touch functionality or image quality, some Pixel 8 Pro owners are concerned about potential deterioration over time. Google, in its statement, asserts that there is no functional impact and assures users that the original warranty will be valid for one year.

In response to the reported problem, some owners have contacted Google for a replacement. However, it is noted that replacement devices may also have similar circular bumps. This has led some users to call for an extended warranty to cover potential deterioration of the display over time.