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Is your iPhone overheating? Whether you have a regular iPhone, iPhone Pro, or Pro Max, you may think that the back of your device gets hot for no reason. This can be due to a variety of factors, but luckily there are ways to keep it cool. Here's what to do if your iPhone is overheating.
Why Does My iPhone Overheat?
Your iPhone may get hot and overheat if you use it for a long period of time, have a software issue, or live in a hotter environment. To prevent your iPhone from heating up, take breaks from your device and leave it in a dark, cool area.
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Preventing Overheating
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Let your phone rest in a cool area. Never leave your iPhone—or other electronics—in direct sunlight unattended.[1] -
Take off the case. Some cases may prevent proper airflow from getting to your device. Be careful removing the case if your iPhone is extremely hot; some parts may burn you. -
Leave your iPhone alone for a bit. If your iPhone gets too hot, iOS will issue a temperature warning on the screen. Before you get to this point, take a break from your phone to allow it to rest and cool down. -
Disable Background App Refresh. This feature keeps apps up-to-date when not in use. To disable it, do the following:- Open Settings.
- Tap General.
- Tap Background App Refresh.
- Tap Background App Refresh again.
- Tap Off.
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Turn on Airplane Mode. This mode disables all Wi-Fi and cellular on your device. If you get a lot of notifications, messages, and calls, this can ensure your phone is left alone while it cools. -
Update your iPhone. If there's a software bug affecting your iPhone, updating to the latest version is your best bet at fixing it. -
Use Apple-certified accessories. This includes anything that connects to your iPhone, such as charging cables, headphones, and adapters. Some third-party accessories may not be fully compatible with your device and can cause overheating.
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If your phone is overheating while it's charging, make sure you're using a certified charger. If possible, leave your phone alone when it's charging.Thanks
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