Anyone else getting transparent squares on their Samsung screen?

General Discussion
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I’ve recently started noticing some weird transparent squares appearing on my Samsung phone screen. At first, I thought it might be a screen protector issue or something, but after removing it, they didn’t go away. Here’s a breakdown of what I’ve tried so far and was hoping to get your insights as well!

Possible Causes

  1. Software Glitches: Sometimes, updates can cause unexpected display issues. Have there been any recent updates on your device?
  2. Display Settings: Check if any settings might have been unintentionally modified, especially related to screen resolution or display enhancements.
  3. Hardware Problems: It’s possible that there’s a hardware issue at play, such as a faulty digitizer or touchscreen malfunction.

Troubleshooting Steps Taken

  • Restarted the Phone: Simple but sometimes effective.
  • Safe Mode: Booted in safe mode to check if it’s a third-party app causing the display problem.
  • Factory Reset: Made the tough call to reset my phone, but that didn’t solve the issue either.

Seeking Solutions

I’m reaching out to see if anyone else has faced this problem and what solutions you might have found that worked. Are there specific settings I should check? Or do you think it’s likely a hardware issue? I’d appreciate any tips or advice to get rid of these annoying transparent squares!

Looking forward to hearing from you all soon!

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I’ve noticed those transparent squares too! I thought it was just a software glitch at first. Maybe it’s related to the latest update?

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I experienced the same issue after an update. It seems like a bug in the display settings. Have you tried resetting the settings?

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Or maybe it’s a hardware issue? If the phone has had a fall, that could cause damage to the screen.

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That’s true! I am a bit clumsy, so it’s possible my screen got damaged. But I really hope it’s just a software thing!

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I’ve reached out to Samsung support about this. They mentioned it could be a compatibility issue with certain apps. Has anyone else contacted them?

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I wonder if this could be related to certain themes or launchers. Sometimes third-party apps mess with the display. Anyone using custom layouts?

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Good point! I switched to a new theme recently and that’s when I noticed the squares. Maybe I should revert back.

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I feel like software bugs are often the culprit. Updates sometimes introduce unforeseen issues. Fingers crossed they fix this soon!

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I tried a factory reset but the squares still appeared! I’m starting to worry it’s a hardware issue. Anyone else had this happen?

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That’s frustrating! I haven’t tried a factory reset yet. Maybe that’s my next step. Could this also be due to screen protector interference?

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Honestly, this whole situation is giving me a headache! Transparency issues shouldn’t even be a thing in 2023, right?

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This reminds me of an old video game where graphics glitched. Can anyone say ‘Mario,’ right? Just kidding! But these squares are annoying.

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I read somewhere that screen damage might not always be visible until it activates certain features. Makes me worry—I’m super careful!

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True! I have a case, but that doesn’t mean my screen is free from damage. Just a thought!

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I wanted to offer my support to everyone dealing with this! It’s incredibly frustrating to run into such issues with a device we rely on.

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Thanks for the encouragement! It’s good to know I’m not alone in this weird screen problem.

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I’ve been experiencing the same issue with transparent squares on my Samsung screen! It’s really distracting. Have you tried resetting the device? That sometimes helps.

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I haven’t tried that yet! But I did check for software updates. Sometimes those fixes the screen glitches.

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Good point, crodriguez! Also, make sure to clear the cache partition. It can help with display issues. Just power off the phone, then press and hold the volume up and power buttons!