iFixit - Answers With Device "Google Pixel 8"

Google Pixel 8: Every time I try to add a finger print I get "Can't complete set-up"

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:55:38 -0700

I bought this pixel 8 as a refurbished phone from a registered and approved eBay seller. Everything works, except for when I try to add a fingerprint.

I've tried my thumb numerous times and also other fingers. The screen is clean, I've reset the phone, turned off and on, added moisturiser, pressed hard then gently, put screen protector mode on, etc. All of the troubleshooting tips given by AI.

It allows me to go through the process, but the second I press my finger on the sensor for the last time, to complete the set-up completion ring to 100%, a notification instantly pops up to say "Can't complete finger set-up. You can try again now or set up your finger print later"

Can anyone give any advice on this?

⟐ Answered April 23, 2026 at 8:55 MST

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 8: After replacing screen, lock screen is extremely dim

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 03:35:57 -0700

After replacing my screen with the geniune part from iFixit on my Pixel 8 running Android 16 my lock screen brightness looks like it's set at it's lowest setting and extra dim. The brightness works fine while the device is unlocked, but the lock screen remains extra dim and dark. I have enabled screen wake on notifications, but even when notifications arrive, the lock screen stays extra dim while showing the notification.

I can't seem to find any setting that can control the lock screen brightness, so was wondering if anyone had any similar problems after replacing the screen? I also can't find any calibration option in settings that could help fix this issue.

⟐ Commented March 23, 2026 at 3:35 MST

Google Pixel 8: Proximity sensor not working after replacing screen

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:31:25 -0700

After I bought a genuine screen replacement from here ,I installed just as described by the video,after doing so I realized my proximity sensor wasn't working and my adaptive brightness was no longer adapting

⟐ Commented March 17, 2026 at 10:31 MST

Google Pixel 8: How do I replace the power/volume button flex cable ribbon

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:21:51 -0700

During my battery replacement with the ifixit kit, on the removing the old battery step, the little band you use to seasaw motion the battery out ripped. I had to use a combo of alcohol, and the prying guitar pick things. It worked but i cut the power button flex cable in the process.

Now I'm looking to replace the power button flex cable. Any help would be appreciated.

Google Pixel 8: Does the replacement battery for the pixel 8 come with the main seel

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:33:12 -0700

I'm going to replace my battery and already have all the tools so I don't need the set but in it doesn't say if the stand alone battery comes with the main seal/adhesive. Si do I need to buy the seal separately?

Google Pixel 8: Can a Screen Replacement fix the Green Screen on my Pixel 8?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:18:08 -0700

Unfortunately my device have developed the green screen problem, and since i am not living any more in the country where i bought it i am not able to access the extended warranty program given for this precise problem. So i opted for do the screen replacement by myself.

Before buying the piece for replacement i want to make sure that this hardware problem is only extended to the screen and there's no other component needing replacement so i would be grateful if someone has any idea about this.

Thanks!

⟐ Answer accepted February 09, 2026 at 5:18 MST

Google Pixel 8: My Google pixel 8 fingerprint not working after replacing my display

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:03:22 -0700

My Google pixel 8 fingerprint not working after replacing my display what can i do for this issue ?

⟐ Answered December 01, 2025 at 17:03 MST

Google Pixel 8: Black video after screen replacement?

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 17:31:35 -0700

I installed a replacement screen from AliExpress for a good price. It is really excellent, but the front camera shows a black (same as blocking the lens). I can still record videos/images, but the result is just black. The workshop wants to take off the screen to inspect it, but warned there is a high risk of damaging the screen in the process.

What do you think the cause of this issue is?

The screen I bought was advertised as having a dot around the camera.

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⟐ Answered November 09, 2025 at 17:31 MST

Google Pixel 8: Is a single pink line across the screen an issue with the board or scr

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 02:39:39 -0700

So I have a pink line across my phones screen it feels consistent with screen damage. If i apply pressure on the two opposite corners it goes awayusualy. But increasingly less sucsess. I just want to know how you would tell if this is just an issue where I need to replace the screen or if I will need a whole new motherboard.

⟐ Answered October 28, 2025 at 2:39 MST

Google pixel 8: White line vertical on left side of screen

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:12:51 -0700

I have a white line going down left side of screen vertical.is there a creak to fixing it or what do I have to do

⟐ Commented October 07, 2025 at 14:12 MST

Google Pixel 8: Wifi/BT won't work after screen replacement

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:25:05 -0700

They both "toggle" on, but Wifi doesn't see any networks and both toggle back off after a few seconds. Nothing is greyed out.

Install of replacement screen went very smooth, no damage. There is some slight tearing on the plastic of the battery, might that cause issues with the ground plane in the screen?

Google Pixel 8: Looking for screen cable cover

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:03:15 -0700

Hello everyone,

I broke my pixel 8 screen cable cover (the metal part that goes on the screen connector). So I have the folowing questions:

Does anyone has this part available?
Is this part important? What could happen if I left the phone without it?

⟐ Commented September 30, 2025 at 7:03 MST

Google Pixel 8: Selfie cam not working

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:00:09 -0700

I replaced my screen and it's working but my selfie cam is not working now.

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

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 06:07:40 -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 July 28, 2025 at 6:07 MST

Google Pixel 8: після заміни дисплея не працює тачскрін

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:31:30 -0700

після заміни екрана перестав працювати датчик відбитка пальця. в чому проблема?

Google Pixel 8: google pixel 8 Dedicated graphite sheet

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 18:07:18 -0700

How thick is the graphite sheet attached to the Google Pixel 8 battery?

Google Pixel 8: How do I fix my Pixel 8 when it is showing me green screen flickering.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:17:07 -0700

So I bought my new Google Pixel 8 on August 28, 2024. I bought it from wall mart (no fraud.) and its like 3 months ago, I don't know what to right now, it is constantly flickering the green screen. Please help me to fix it.

⟐ Answered February 21, 2025 at 23:17 MST

Google Pixel 8: How do I fix my SIM CARD TRAY that's stuck inside the phone?

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:01:21 -0700

I've been switching SIM cards a lot lately, and the last time I tried to eject my SIM tray, the top part of the tray broke. Now, when I try to eject it, only a small piece of plastic comes out. The SIM card and the rest of the tray are stuck inside my phone.

⟐ Answered January 10, 2025 at 16:01 MST

Google Pixel 8: Where exactly is the charging coil located?

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 21:42:13 -0700

I want to apply a Magsafe ring that I have, I am trying to figure out where exactly on the back of the Pixel 8 is the wireless charging coil. Any help in finding that coil would help.

⟐ Commented January 03, 2025 at 21:42 MST