Some Google Pixel 8 Pro owners have raised concerns regarding impressions from inner components on their device screens which look like circular bumps, prompting attention from Google. These bumps may result from components pressing against the soft underside of the OLED panel but are only visible in specific lighting conditions.

Pixel 8 Pro on screen impression of inner component

Google states that the impressions 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 reassures users that these impressions do not affect the Pixel 8 Pro’s performance or durability. According to a Google spokesperson, the new display on the device may show these impressions when the screen is turned off and not in use, particularly in specific lighting conditions.

The company suggests that the uneven surface on which the display rests might be a contributing factor to the impressions, and teardowns of the device support this possibility.

While the current reports indicate that the circular bumps are not affecting the device’s touch functionality or image quality, some Pixel 8 Pro owners express concerns about potential worsening over time. Google, in its statement, asserts that there is no functional impact and assures users that the original warranty remains valid for a year.

In response to the reported issue, some owners have reached out to Google for replacements. However, it’s noted that replacement devices may also contain the same circular bumps. This has led some users to call for an extended warranty to cover potential deterioration of the display over time.

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