How To Fix iPhone Heating Issue? [Personal Experience]

Apple is a big brand, and the iPhone is its famous product. If you are an iPhone user, then this article is going to be useful for you to keep on reading to find out how to fix iPhone heating issues. This overheating issue can be fixed by restarting your iPhone.

The iPhone’s body is made up of metal. That’s why it can cause overheating, and it can also get heated due to some issues that need to be fixed right away.  You will notice a number of warnings when your iPhone gets heated. Keep on reading to find out how to fix them and keep your iPhone cool.                          

How To Fix the iPhone Heating Issues?            

If you are noticing that your iPhone is getting heated, just like mine, then you should immediately act to avoid damage to your internal components of the phone. Use the following methods to stop the iPhone from overheating.

Close All Working Apps

If your phone is overheating during use, then quickly close all the working apps at an instant. Multitasking often burdens the processor of your phone, which leads it to heat.

Reboot your iPhone 

If your phone is hot and you don’t have the time to close all apps, then reboot your iPhone quickly. All the Apps will automatically shut down when you restart your phone. Make sure you don’t start using it instantly. Let it cool down properly.

How to restart your phone is an easy method, and you may know as well, but I am going to explain just to remind you briefly. 

Restart An iPhone

•  Hold down the Power button for a few seconds or the Volume button
•  You will see a slider on the top
• Press the power icon, dragging toward the right side.
• Your iPhone will switch off
• Keep your phone shut for a few seconds so that it can cool down
• After some minutes, press the power button for a few seconds until the Apple logo appears on your screen.
• You have successfully fixed the heating issue by this method.

Delete Heavy Installed Application 

Like my iPhone, if your iPhone is running heavy apps or some processor-intensive functions like heavy games, streaming HD video, too many windows at a time, or map navigation, then your phone can surely heat up. Avoid using your phone too much to avoid heating.   

Damage iPhone battery Overheats        

An old, damaged battery can also make your iPhone overheat. If your iPhone gets hot and battery drains, then Check your battery health and get it fixed if needed.

iPhone Heat Up While Charging

If you are using it while it’s on a charge, then remove the charging cable. Using your phone during charging will make it heat up. It is also dangerous to use your phone while charging. Make sure to charge and then use your iPhone.

Not Using Original iPhone Charger

Some chargers are cheaper than the original Apple charger. These chargers are not specifically for an iPhone. It won’t charge correctly. Instead, it will lead to heat and drain your battery quickly. These chargers may also cause damage to your phone, so switch to an official charger.

iPhone Temperature Warning 

If you are using your phone in direct sunlight or other hot environments, it can also cause heating issues. The iPhone’s body is made of metal, due to which it heats in a hot environment. Please keep it in a cool, shady place to avoid heating issues.

 

Use Airplane Mode To Fix Overheat 

Always being connected to the internet can be a reason for overheating issues. If you think that’s the case, then turn on/off Airplane mode. This can help to refresh your iPhone.

Turn Off  Background 

Apple’s Background Refresh feature closes all background apps that aren’t being used.

This background activity can also cause an overheating issue. To turn it off.

1. If you aren’t aware how to then go to your iPhone Settings
2.  click General settings 
3. Go to Background App Refresh
4. Tap again on the background App refresh located on top of the screen
5. Click Off 

Update Your iPhone To Prevent Heating 

Make sure your iOS is always running the latest version. It comes with performance improvements, Which can prevent your iPhone heating issues.

Try Using Low Power Mode 

I think the more often your screen stays awake, the more heat your phone will generate and more battery drains. Keep your low-power mode on. It will also help you to control heat.

Remove the Phone Case Of Your iPhone 

Remove the case of your iPhone to increase airflow. The hard protective case can trap heat, due to which the phone keeps on heating.

Reset Your iPhone 

If your iPhone is still getting hot after trying the steps I have mentioned above. I would suggest resetting your phone. Any extra activity will be shut down. This will delete all apps and custom settings. This can help you keep your iPhone from overheating.

Get Your iPhone Repaired.

If your phone is still heating for no reason, then the last option I would suggest is to get it checked and fixed by an iPhone repairer. He can also guide you about the problem with your phone and why it is heating.

Conclusion 

If you are an iPhone user and your phone also needs to be fixed because it heats up just like mine, then read the article for all those reasons that an iPhone can heat up. Avoid all the mistakes mentioned in this article to fix iPhone heating issues.

All the issues that can cause one way or another to heat your iPhone are mentioned above. Read carefully to fix your heat issues, and enjoy using your cool iPhone. Thank you!