iPhone Overheating: Causes, Effects, and Solutions
Lovely, those high temperatures in the summer! Nice on the terrace, to the beach or in the garden, but do you pay attention to your iPhone ? It works best at temperatures between 0 and 35 degrees Celsius. If it gets warmer, it can overheat. Don't panic, because in this blog we explain what the causes and consequences of overheating can be and how you can solve it!
Causes
Your iPhone can overheat due to:
- lying in the sun for too long on a hot day
- leave it in a hot place, such as in a car
- Forgot to turn off the camera app or flash. Constant use of the camera can make your iPhone very hot
- forgot to turn off the navigation app. Also the constant use of GPS can make the iPhone very hot
- to charge it with a broken or unapproved charger.
Your iPhone can also feel hot under normal circumstances. This happens especially when it is working hard, such as transferring data or using heavy apps. This form of overheating will resolve itself once the processes are finished.
Implications
If your iPhone has overheated, it may be that:
- your iPhone screen goes black.
- you are temporarily unable to charge your iPhone or it is charging slower than normal.
- Switch wireless functions to power saving mode .
- you are temporarily unavailable by phone or message.
- you cannot use the camera temporarily.
- your iPhone runs slower with heavier apps.
Solutions
Fortunately, you will receive a message on the screen if the iPhone is indeed overheated. It will then say 'Temperature' on your screen with instructions to cool down your iPhone. Unfortunately, you will not be able to use the iPhone until it has cooled down. Fortunately, you do not have to worry about damage. The cooling period is an automatic measure to prevent permanent damage. If your iPhone is overheating, place it in a cool place for a while and after fifteen minutes you can use it normally again. If you think you have a smart idea and put your iPhone in the fridge: you better not do that, your iPhone cannot handle it very well.
It is best to turn off your iPhone so that nothing is active and it has time to cool down. If you cannot or do not want to turn off your iPhone completely, it is important that you:
- turn off power-hungry features such as Bluetooth and location services
- the iPhone camera is temporarily not in use
- does not play games or use other non-essential apps
- Turn on airplane mode , which turns off Wi-Fi, mobile data usage, and GPS
Can't do this right now, because you're in the car for example? Then hold your iPhone in front of the ventilation, that also helps with cooling down!
Solutions to the problem
There are several reasons why your iPhone may be overheating. It could be that you’re running too many apps at once, your phone is out in the sun for too long, or there’s a problem with the battery. Here are some solutions you can try:
1. Close unused apps: It’s easy to forget what apps you have open on your iPhone. But every open app uses up power and can heat up your phone. Make sure to regularly check what apps are open and close iPhone apps you’re not using.
2. Avoid direct sunlight: Just like people, iPhones can overheat if left in the sun for too long. Try to keep your phone in a cool, shady spot, especially during the summer months.
3. Update your software: Sometimes a software issue can be the cause of overheating. Make sure to update your iPhone to the latest software.
4. Reset your iPhone: If nothing else works, sometimes a hard iPhone reset can help. This will restore your iPhone to factory settings, so make sure to back up your data first. If none of these solutions work, there may be a larger problem with your iPhone. In that case, it may be a good idea to have your iPhone checked out by a professional.
How can Leapp help you further?
At leapp, we’re not just here to help you with your current iPhone issues, we’re here to support you in the future too. We offer a wide range of refurbished iPhones that are an affordable alternative to buying new. What’s more, we’re always here to help with any issues you may have with your iPhone in the future. We provide clear, easy-to-follow advice on how to prevent and fix your iPhone overheating. So whether you need a new iPhone or need help maintaining your current device, leapp is here for you.
