12 ways to fix iPhone overheating error

In addition to the hot surface of the device, when the iPhone is overheated, it often runs slower, the background screen turns black, the charger cannot be plugged in or the camera fails to take pictures. In case the temperature rises too high, the iPhone will display a warning directly on the screen and suggest the user to turn off the emergency to cool down.

Follow BusinessinsiderThere are many causes of overheating such as long-term outdoor use, direct sunlight, or leaving a parked car. When the device runs intensive tasks such as playing games, streaming high-resolution live video or navigating using GPS continuously, iPhone is also prone to overheating. Overheating can damage internal components, especially the battery and processor, if the device stays hot for too long.

Here are ways to fix iPhone overheating:

Close all apps

iPhone does not consume a lot of resources for applications running in the background, but sometimes, opening too many applications also causes problems. The device can both drain the battery faster and heat up quickly and need to be shut down in time. Depending on the iPhone model, users can open multitasking and swipe off each application directly. Models from iPhone X and later can swipe up from the bottom and hold to open running apps.

Restart iPhone

If shutting down applications takes a long time, the easiest way is to restart the device. This is also what users are advised to do when the smartphone encounters a frozen error, running slowly. The start-up action will help force close background applications that may experience overheating errors. With iPhone X and later, users can hold down the power button and one of the two volume up and down buttons to open the off icon.

If the device is overheating, the user should turn it off and let it cool for a while before turning it back on.

Remove the case, quickly cool down

The types of cases that help protect the iPhone accidentally also hinder the heat dissipation of the device. In case the device is overheated, users need to immediately remove the case and leave the device in a cool location, it is best to have a fan to help reduce the heat quickly.

Stop charging immediately

In many cases, the iPhone gets hot during charging, then, users need to immediately remove the charger to check. Usually, charging only causes the device to warm up a bit, so if it does get too hot, the fault can come from the charger, the cable, or the iPhone has a software problem and isn’t receiving the correct current. Users then need to restart the iPhone or try to charge it when it has turned off and monitor the process.

Remove from heat source

Many people have the habit of using their iPhone to guide the car, but put it on the dashboard. In addition to high-intensity use, the phone is also exposed to direct sunlight, which can easily lead to overheating. Users need to limit use in this way or depending on weather conditions as well as always check the device during use.

Try to put your iPhone in a cool place

This advice is often overlooked by many people because they think it is too simple. In fact, many people make the mistake of putting their iPhone under the pillow, even when it’s plugged in. Leaving the phone on the table or dashboard of the car but in direct sunlight also puts the phone at risk.

Update iPhone to the latest software

iOS is not a perfect operating system, but when there are bugs, the company usually updates it in a short time. Users should make sure to always update to the latest version to avoid minor bugs or system conflicts. Many cases of overheating are caused by background application errors.

Limit processor-intensive tasks

Many users have the habit of using their iPhone to navigate and play music online. These operations make the device heat up faster and easily overheat if operated continuously or in a less cool environment.

Turn on auto brightness

Auto-brightness not only helps the phone save battery life, optimizing usage needs, but also prevents overheating. If the device often leaves maximum brightness, the device is also prone to rapid battery drain and heat.

Try battery saver mode

Using battery saving mode will help the device reduce system power, avoid the processor being “forced” to work excessively, causing battery heat.

Reset iPhone

If upgrading the software, restarting cannot help fix the problem, the last resort before taking the iPhone for repair is for users to try reinstalling. In that case, the data should be backed up first and try to check if the overheating condition is gone before “restore” back to the old data.

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