iPhone 17 Pro screen flickers blue at the top

I recently purchased an iphone 17pro 256GB (blue) and I see a flickr on the top of the screen often when using the phone. Its like a blue color flickr which comes in the top part of the phone.


Tried restarting the phone, adjusting display settings and brightness but it does not go away. The phone is on the latest software as well. I can confirm that there was no water impact or any type of physical damage.


What could possibly be an issue here?

iPhone 17 Pro, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 5, 2026 7:09 AM

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Posted on Mar 5, 2026 9:33 PM

Was able to secure an appointment with the Genius team at the local Apple Store.


The issue appears to be associated with some corrupt data siting in the phone that likely occurred during the data transfer when setting up the phone (phone to phone). The phone was again deleted and the team at Apple reinstalled my data from iCloud. So far so good. No reoccurrence of the issue.

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Mar 5, 2026 9:33 PM in response to SeanRD

Was able to secure an appointment with the Genius team at the local Apple Store.


The issue appears to be associated with some corrupt data siting in the phone that likely occurred during the data transfer when setting up the phone (phone to phone). The phone was again deleted and the team at Apple reinstalled my data from iCloud. So far so good. No reoccurrence of the issue.

Feb 6, 2026 11:36 PM in response to ab_abhi

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Expressing or conveying visual experiences effectively through these forums may be challenging. The underlying visual issue on your iPhone cannot be accurately diagnosed online. Factors such as your iPhone's specific settings, visual defects, and potential hardware problems cannot be assessed through this method. For more personalized and in-depth assistance, I recommend securing a Genius Bar Reservation and exploring the various support options provided by Apple.


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When you encounter issues with your Apple devices, the Genius Bar at Apple Retail Stores is the go-to place for expert assistance. The Genius Bar is staffed by knowledgeable Apple employees, often referred to as "Geniuses," who can diagnose and resolve a wide range of hardware and software-related problems. To ensure personalized attention and a convenient visit, Apple provides the option to schedule a Genius Bar Reservation.


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