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Google Pixel 8: Will a new Google Pixel 8 Screen have the green screen issue?

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:17:12 -0700

I have a Google Pixel 8 that has the green screen and vertical line issue. Will a new Google Pixel 8 Screen - Genuine purchased from IFIXT remove this issue and not show it in the future?

I read it is an issue with the screens that were installed in the first models, so I want o make sure I'm purchasing a good one.

⟐ Commented May 05, 2026 at 1:17 MST

Google Pixel 7: Heat build up after screen replacement

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:11:47 -0700

I recently completed a screen replacement on a Google Pixel 7 (genuine and bought from iFixit). While the display functions perfectly, I've noticed some heat buildup near the screen connector during use. I confirmed the connector was securely seated before applying the adhesive and sealing the device. I never really noticed any heat buildup while using my old screen, perhaps because I'm using a phone case. Should I be worried about the heat? Thanks and appreciate any guidance on this.

⟐ Edited by author May 02, 2026 at 0:11 MST

Google Pixel 9a: Pixel 9a screen intermittently flashing white with some dark spot on the top like the dropdown menu - connection is secure

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:42:07 -0700

My Google Pixel 9a screen is intermittently flashing white. I have already verified that the internal display connection to the logic board is secure and not damaged. The software is also up to date.

What else could be causing this intermittent white flashing? Is this a known issue with the Pixel 9a OLED panel, or could it be related to another internal component like the logic board?

Google Pixel 7a: Screen black after replacing, same with old screen (sometimes)

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:11:39 -0700

When I connected the new screen it was black and didn't display anything although the phone is working otherwise. Then I connected the old screen and that didn't work either, so I looked up what could be causing the problem and found it might be the proximity sensor making the screen stay off, so I removed the sensor gasket and then my old screen worked, but then I tried the new screen and it still didn't work, and now I can't get the old screen to work either, so I'm at a bit of a loss now. It seems like when I connect a new screen I may have to reboot in a certain way to make it come on but it's difficult to be sure what's the reason it's not working each time I try.

Google Pixel 4a: Fingerprint Sensor Pixel 4a

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:33:24 -0700

Looking for a reputable store to purchase a Pixel 4a fingerprint sensor. Apparently ifit does not have them.

Google Pixel 8: Knocked smd component off board by usb-c port

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:52:07 -0700

I was wondering if anyone has a schematic for the smd components near the usb-c charging port. It sounds like I may have knocked a tvs diode off of the board when trying to reinsert the board into the chassis ( I was prying near the usb-c and saw something fly off lol). Now the phone has a question mark next to the battery when charging. With the screen removed the smd component would have been on the top surface of the board rather than towards the back of the phone. Any help would be appreciated. I don't know where to get this type of schematic from if they are even available.

Google Pixel 6: device not turning on

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:09:41 -0700

phone screen suddenly turned off while using and since then not opening. tried restart but no vibration nothing. when plug in adapter phone slighty warm what is happens during charge

Google Pixel 6a: Touch sometimes not working after screen replacement

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:48:42 -0700

Hello.

Just replaced my screen and when I try to unlock it, touch not working so I need to press power button couple times and then it starts working. Once unlocked, it's working fine.

I'm thinking the problem is related to proximiter sensor.

This is ideal camera frame placement. But mine isn't aligned well with the hole, like for 1-2mm vertical shift. Probably bad screen copy. I wonder if it's the issue?

Also, there is little optical thing inserted in that camera frame, maybe I should glue it to the screen too?

Anyway, if you think the problem is in misalignmnent, can I cut screen coverings so I can enlarge camera hole?

Google Pixel 6 Pro: Not showing on the screen but screen is on

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:06:37 -0700

Screen just showing black but able to touch

Google Pixel 6 Pro: Why when I shift my speaker to loud my microphone doesn't work?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:34:40 -0700

Whenever I shift my speaker to loud my working microphone just stop working.why?

Google Pixel 6a: Screen lines appears at corner

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:32:04 -0700

After touching the corner of screen screen lines appears and then disappear after minutes

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Why do I have to turn speaker on for others to hear me

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:03:00 -0700

My speakers have to be on loudspeaker to have conversations

Google Pixel: Data Recovery on Pixel 6 with broken display after drop

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:51:21 -0700

Outline of information:

Dropped my Pixel 6 and the screen has completely gone black.

I tried doing some random button combination things (like the bootloader option thingy) to see if I could force it to shut down through those menus at least.

I fear I might've completely reset the phone by accident but don't know how to confirm it.

These are the behaviours I've got noted here:

- Plugging in the phone to charge vibrates the phone accordingly

- Vibration motor works

- Camera shortcut (double press off button) doesn't work (doesn't vibrate like normal)

- Pressing the power button and the volume up button does a short vibration which I believe is the silent mode physical shortcut

- Speakers and microphone worked (accidentally called emergency services LMAO)

- No HDMI output even when assisted with power delivery simultaneously

- Plugging in phone to charge makes bottom left of phone warm (same area as the crack on the screen)

- Phone isn't recognised over USB on Linux or MacOS via the normal operating system nor is it recognised over ADB (I had it set up with ADB for apps like scrcpy)

- scrcpy doesn't see the phone

Next steps and ideal goals/outcomes:

My ideal goal would be to recover the app data from it but the first step is to see if I accidentally reset the %#*@ thing.

I would appreciate the help to know what beviours I could look for to see if I've got it booted to the new setup screen. I think the double press to start camera shortcut not vibrating like normal is a sign that I might've just killed my own phone without realising it. :(

Google Pixel 6: Why isn't my google pixel 6 coming on

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:53:34 -0700

dropped google pixel6 screen went black. Replaced screen and still black. press power and volume up and feel vibration. Press power and volume down and flashlight blinks twice

Google Pixel 3a: The screen touch do not function after replacing the first one.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:19:07 -0700

what can I do to make it function?

⟐ Answered April 07, 2026 at 8:19 MST

Google Pixel 3a: Screen not responding after battery replacement

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:28:04 -0700

Hello,

I've replaced my battery on my Pixel 3a, but for some reason the screen does not come on after reassembly.

I've tried my damnest to be careful, and I'm afraid I've killed it in the process. Some "lines" have appeared on the screen after removal.

Here are pictures of one of the line, and the connector to see if things are wrong.

Thank you for your help.

⟐ Edited by author April 06, 2026 at 12:28 MST

Google Pixel 7a: No boot, phone warm, random crashes, generally weird.

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:10:42 -0700

Hello,

My P7a (lynx) shut down randomly several times, followed by the phone being unwilling to boot for an extended duration. After each shut down, the amount of time it took for the phone to boot got longer, and the phone no longer boots at all. When the phone was working between shut downs, some functionality would usually be broken. Functions I observed inoperative were (not all together - on different instances): Cellular modem (only connects to EDGE), Camera (none start), and WiFi (Cannot detect any networks).

When the phone refuses to boot, the upper third of the phone remains slightly warm, even when not plugged in. The warmth goes away after being unplugged for an extended duration (hours) and returns when it is plugged in. The phone screen is black, and nothing happens when every combination of power/volume buttons is pressed, held for 10s, held for 60s, or held for 2-3m.

When the phone does boot, the indicated battery % is close to the same as when the phone shut down, even if it has been plugged in for hours.

Judging by the coolness of the AC adapter, I believe the phone does not draw much power when plugged in.

Unsure where the fault may lie. I am willing to disassemble the phone if it is a hardware flaw. Anyone have an idea of what is going wrong?

Red highlighted area gets warm while charging.

⟐ Edited by author April 04, 2026 at 1:10 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Can you interchange batterys

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:09:39 -0700

Is the google pixel 6A and google pixel 7 pro can you interchange there batterys?

Google Pixel 7: Google Pixel 7 battery question mark, after battery replacement.

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:06:20 -0700

I recently replaced my battery in my pixel, afterwards it showed it was 50% charged. I then drained the battery to do a calibration now it is not charging. When charging it shows a question mark battery icon and drains super quickly. It was having this problem before I replaced the battery. Could this be a motherboard issue or a battery connector problem?

Google Pixel 7: Google Pixel Type C port not charging

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:21:16 -0700

The C charging port in my Pixel 7 is not charging even after replacement. However, the wireless charging is working, and the phone gets hot while charging.