Users of various devices, including Samsung models, are facing screen flickering issues while using the Gmail app. Some individuals have reported instances where text disappears or is replaced by blank white boxes instead of their messages.
Frustrated Gmail users have turned to social media platforms to express their grievances. One user, Jeremiah, took to X to address the problem, stating, “@gmail, when will Android function properly on folding phones like my Samsung Fold? It has been four days of screen flickering on the inner display — completely unacceptable.”
Similar complaints have been observed on Google’s support forums, with one user detailing the challenges faced when trying to read emails due to screen flickering issues. Despite attempts to resolve the problem by force-stopping the app, clearing the cache, restarting the device, and updating software, the problem persists.
According to Google product expert Kimiya Kitani, the root cause of the problem seems to be related to Android System WebView, a fundamental component that enables apps to present web content within the application interface.
Kitani mentioned that certain devices, particularly Samsung tablets, are experiencing intermittent problems with Android System WebView, and Google is actively addressing the issue.
While the exact number of affected users remains unclear, reports indicate that Samsung foldable devices like the Galaxy Z Fold series and specific Galaxy tablets are among the most impacted.
In the interim, a temporary workaround has been suggested. Kitani recommends rotating the device, as this action can often resolve the flickering problem. The workaround involves opening the email in portrait mode, switching to landscape mode until the screen stabilizes, and then returning to portrait mode.
As users await a permanent fix from Google, rotating the device appears to be the simplest solution to mitigate the screen flickering issue.