Screen burn-in usually refers to a ghost image or permanent discoloration of areas on an electronic display. Screen burn-ins are not uncommon, but this is not something we should be seeing on new devices. That being said, the chances are that it might be an image retention, in this case, the damage is not permanent and can be reversed. The Verge reached out for a comment from Google and the statement they received seems to be far from satisfactory. This is what Google had to say about the display issue, If this is indeed a screen burn-in issue, then it’s a pretty big headache, something that can only be resolved by recalling the devices that have already been dispatched or sold. A majority of the Pixel 2 XL users are on a lookout for such issues, and if you happen to own a Pixel 2 XL, please do the due diligence. In the meanwhile, Google is expected to come out with a resolution, and we will update the story accordingly.

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