{"id":3357,"date":"2021-08-30T19:01:16","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T19:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/?p=3357"},"modified":"2021-08-30T19:34:04","modified_gmt":"2021-08-30T19:34:04","slug":"why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Your iPhone Gets Hot (7 Useful Ways to Fix It Now)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Holding a hot iPhone while reading this article? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t worry, it\u2019s not just you. A 2017 survey by Blancco, a data security company, found that 14% of iPhone users faced temperature problems with their devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-15-1024x700.png\" alt=\"chart showing iphone user problems \" class=\"wp-image-3388\" width=\"648\" height=\"443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-15-1024x700.png 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-15-300x205.png 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-15.png 1427w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 648px) 100vw, 648px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the long term, this constant overheating shortens battery lifespan &#8211; that&#8217;s why you might notice your phone&#8217;s battery draining faster, too.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s fix it now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll look into why your iPhone gets hot, signs of overheating, how to solve the issue quickly, and the best care you can give your awesome device for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d1d48cd0d21\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d1d48cd0d21\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Why_Your_iPhone_Gets_Hot\" >Why Your iPhone Gets Hot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Signs_of_iPhone_Overheating\" >Signs of iPhone Overheating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#How_to_Fix_a_Hot_iPhone\" >How to Fix a Hot iPhone<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#1_Close_All_Unused_Apps\" >#1: Close All Unused Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#2_Reduce_Screen_Brightness\" >#2: Reduce Screen Brightness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#3_Turn_Off_Background_App_Refresh\" >#3: Turn Off Background App Refresh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#4_Force_RestartReset_All_Settings\" >#4: Force Restart\/Reset All Settings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#5_Uninstall_Reinstall_Problem_Apps\" >#5: Uninstall &amp; Reinstall Problem Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#6_Remove_Your_iPhone_Case\" >#6: Remove Your iPhone Case<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#7_Move_Your_iPhone_to_A_Cooler_Environment\" >#7: Move Your iPhone to A Cooler Environment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Long-Term_Care_Recommendations_for_Your_iPhone\" >Long-Term Care Recommendations for Your iPhone<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Use_Only_Certified_Chargers\" >Use Only Certified Chargers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Avoid_Charging_While_Using_Your_iPhone\" >Avoid Charging While Using Your iPhone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Update_iOS_and_Apps\" >Update iOS and Apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#Check_Youre_Warranty_Coverage\" >Check You&#8217;re Warranty Coverage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/#My_iPhone_Gets_Hot_%E2%80%93_Should_I_Buy_A_New_iPhone\" >Should You Buy A New iPhone?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Your_iPhone_Gets_Hot\"><\/span>Why Your iPhone Gets Hot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cq90qkreipq-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"person playing game on iphone \" class=\"wp-image-3364\" width=\"338\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cq90qkreipq-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cq90qkreipq-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cq90qkreipq-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/cq90qkreipq.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 338px) 100vw, 338px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Apple advises us to use their devices where ambient temperatures are between 0\u00ba and 35\u00ba C (32\u00ba to 95\u00ba F). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During everyday use, your iPhone may get warm if you\u2019re:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Setting it up for the first time<\/li><li>Restoring a backup<\/li><li>Just done with a software update<\/li><li>Charging the device<\/li><li>Using graphic-intensive (e.g. games) and augmented-reality (e.g. beauty camera) apps<\/li><li>Using GPS navigation<\/li><li>Using it in hot conditions (e.g. parked car, under the sun)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike MacBooks, iPhones don&#8217;t have fans installed within them.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When an iPhone gets warm, the metal case acts as a heatsink that absorbs and transfers heat away from the device instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, heavy usage of the device can exhaust its processor and battery. This produces a lot of heat that can\u2019t be dissipated by the case in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Normal warm levels\u201d then becomes too hot to handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_iPhone_Overheating\"><\/span>Signs of iPhone Overheating<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-5.png\" alt=\"iphone gets hot temperature warning\" class=\"wp-image-3367\" width=\"207\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-5.png 338w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-5-173x250.png 173w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 207px) 100vw, 207px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When your iPhone gets hot, it almost feels like a pan in the mid of heating up \u2013 no kidding. You\u2019ll involuntarily start to hold your device by the fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eventually, if the thought \u201cUm, will it explode?\u201d crossed your mind, you\u2019re definitely holding an overheating device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other signs of an overheating iPhone include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Apps lagging<\/li><li>Screen display dims or goes black<\/li><li>Camera flash not working<\/li><li>iPhone doesn\u2019t charge when plugged in<\/li><li>Bad battery life<\/li><li>iPhone temperature warning message (pictured right)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Fix_a_Hot_iPhone\"><\/span>How to Fix a Hot iPhone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>When our iPhone gets hot, we all want to cool it down ASAP, move on with life and continue enjoying our device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But always, safety first. There are things you should <em>never <\/em>do when your iPhone gets hot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Do not put your iPhone in the fridge.<\/strong> The internal components of your iPhone may get wet and damaged due to condensation.<\/li><li><strong>Do not dip your iPhone in cold water. <\/strong>Even if yours is water-resistant,<strong> water can still get into your device<\/strong> <strong>and cause damage <\/strong>because <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/iphone-x-waterproof-water-resistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iPhones were never waterproof<\/a>. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are <strong>8 effective (and safe) tips <\/strong>on how to cool down your hot iPhone right now:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Close-unused-apps-150x250.png\" alt=\"view opened apps iphone screenshot\" class=\"wp-image-3368\" width=\"231\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Close-unused-apps-150x250.png 150w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Close-unused-apps-616x1024.png 616w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Close-unused-apps.png 747w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Close_All_Unused_Apps\"><\/span>#1: Close All Unused Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>More than 10 apps running in the background? They\u2019re exhausting your iPhone\u2019s processor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Close all your unused apps, and simply focus on using one app at a time. Especially graphic-intensive ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to close iPhone apps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li><strong>iPhone SE, iPhone 8 and below:<\/strong> Double click the Home button.<br><strong>iPhone X and above:<\/strong> At the Home Screen, swipe up from the bottom edge and pause in the middle.<\/li><li>Swipe to the left\/right to view the apps currently running.<\/li><li>Swipe up on the app to close.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Reduce_Screen_Brightness\"><\/span>#2: Reduce Screen Brightness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you maintain your iPhone\u2019s screen brightness at more than 50% throughout the day, the device will tend to be warm because the battery is working harder to maintain that brightness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjusting the screen to a lower brightness will help ease your phone\u2019s workload and decrease heat. Plus, it\u2019s better for your eye health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to adjust iPhone screen brightness:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li><strong>iPhone 8 and below:<\/strong> Swipe up from bottom edge to access Control Center.<br><strong>iPhone X and above:<\/strong> Swipe down from top right.<\/li><li>Pull the bar (with the sun icon) down to lower screen brightness.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Turn_Off_Background_App_Refresh\"><\/span>#3: Turn Off Background App Refresh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Background App Refresh allows apps to automatically update their content in the background. Handy for social media like Facebook or Twitter; the posts are pre-loaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But again, it\u2019s quite taxing on your device\u2019s processor. Since a fast WiFi connection can load pages within seconds, this feature is not exactly essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to turn off Background App Refresh:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Settings \u2192 General \u2192 Background App Refresh<\/li><li>Tap \u201cBackground App Refresh\u201d.<\/li><li>Ensure that the \u201cOff\u201d option is ticked.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-6-1024x443.png\" alt=\"how to turn off background app refresh iphone screenshot step by step\" class=\"wp-image-3370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-6-1024x443.png 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-6-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-6-1536x665.png 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-6-2048x887.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Force_RestartReset_All_Settings\"><\/span>#4: Force Restart\/Reset All Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes a restart or reset is needed to fully \u201crefresh\u201d a phone and solve frequent overheating issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to force restart your iPhone:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>iPhone 6s and below<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Press and hold:&nbsp;<strong>Power button<\/strong>&nbsp;+&nbsp;<strong>Home button<\/strong>&nbsp;until screen turns black and restarts. Let go once Apple logo appears.<\/li><li><strong>iPhone 7<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Press and hold:&nbsp;<strong>Sleep\/Wake button + Volume Down button<\/strong>&nbsp;until screen turns black and restarts. Let go once Apple logo appears.<\/li><li><strong>iPhone 8 and above&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Press&nbsp;<strong>Volume Up button<\/strong>&nbsp;once quickly. Press&nbsp;<strong>Volume Down button<\/strong>&nbsp;once quickly. Press and hold&nbsp;<strong>Side button<\/strong>&nbsp;until screen turns black and restarts. Let go once Apple logo appears.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to reset your iPhone (without deleting any data):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Settings \u2192 General \u2192 Reset<\/li><li>Select \u201cReset All Settings\u201d.<\/li><li>To respond to your iPhone\u2019s prompt, tap \u201cReset All Settings\u201d to confirm.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-8-1024x443.png\" alt=\"how to reset all settings on iphone screenshot step by step solve iphone gets hot\" class=\"wp-image-3375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-8-1024x443.png 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-8-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-8-1536x665.png 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-8-2048x887.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cReset All Settings\u201d merely restores your iPhone\u2019s features to their default state, i.e. home screen background, sound and notification preferences, etc. Nothing is deleted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you <strong>do not<\/strong> select the \u201cErase All Content and Settings\u201d button, you absolutely will <em>not<\/em> lose any data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Uninstall_Reinstall_Problem_Apps\"><\/span>#5: Uninstall &amp; Reinstall Problem Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice your iPhone only getting hot when you use a recently downloaded app, try uninstalling and reinstalling it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to uninstall an iPhone app:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Touch and hold the app until it jiggles.<\/li><li>Press the \u201cX\u201d that appears at the app\u2019s top left corner.<\/li><li>Confirm by tapping \u201cDelete\u201d.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to reinstall an iPhone app:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>Go to your iPhone\u2019s App Store.<\/li><li>Tap the profile icon on the top right corner.<\/li><li>Select \u201cPurchased\u201d to access the history of all the apps you downloaded.<\/li><li>From the list, tap the cloud icon for the app you want to reinstall.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-9-1024x590.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-9-1024x590.png 1024w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-9-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-9-1536x886.png 1536w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/image-9-2048x1181.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Remove_Your_iPhone_Case\"><\/span>#6: Remove Your iPhone Case<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the material, some iPhone cases may affect heat dissipation. In such scenarios, remove your case and simply leave your iPhone for a while so it cools down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Move_Your_iPhone_to_A_Cooler_Environment\"><\/span>#7: Move Your iPhone to A Cooler Environment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re using your device outdoors, the sunny weather adds to the heat, especially if the iPhone\u2019s processor is already working double time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Move your iPhone to a cooler environment, such as indoors or under a shade. Keep your iPhone away from direct sunlight when you\u2019re not using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-Term_Care_Recommendations_for_Your_iPhone\"><\/span>Long-Term Care Recommendations for Your iPhone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/id6mmn89yx4-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"black smartphone charging on table\" class=\"wp-image-3379\" width=\"198\" height=\"296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/id6mmn89yx4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/id6mmn89yx4-167x250.jpg 167w, https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/id6mmn89yx4.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Only_Certified_Chargers\"><\/span>Use Only Certified Chargers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Apple recommends its users to only use Apple-certified chargers, or those that come with the <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT204566\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MFi badge<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MFi stands for \u201cMade for iPhone\/iPad\/iPod\u201d and is Apple\u2019s licensing program. It allows other manufacturers to develop hardware and software that works safely with Apple products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Counterfeit products often have rough finishes, come with lower quality plating and are inconsistent in size. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, these non-standard goods may produce abnormal heat during use \u2013 which may transfer to your device and cause overheating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Charging_While_Using_Your_iPhone\"><\/span>Avoid Charging While Using Your iPhone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes we chat, we play games, or we\u2019re in the middle of a meeting. Therefore, it\u2019s only at the last minute that we notice \u201cLow Battery: 10% remaining\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, we rush to charge our already-warm devices to continue using them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, doing so regularly will make your iPhone overheat even more. The bad habit damages the battery as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s best to pause your task or use another device, if urgent. Your iPhone needs time to cool down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_iOS_and_Apps\"><\/span>Update iOS and Apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check and update your iPhone to the latest iOS. According to Apple, the company\u2019s software updates often come with helpful, energy-saving technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, ensure the apps you use actively are on their latest versions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Youre_Warranty_Coverage\"><\/span>Check You&#8217;re Warranty Coverage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If All else fails then check with <a href=\"https:\/\/checkcoverage.apple.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple support<\/a> to see if you are still covered under warranty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_iPhone_Gets_Hot_%E2%80%93_Should_I_Buy_A_New_iPhone\"><\/span>My iPhone Gets Hot \u2013 Should I Buy A New iPhone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Smartphones contribute to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/e-waste-recycle-old-phones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">massive e-waste problem<\/a> every year. An iPhone getting hot is usually a fixable issue &#8211; you don&#8217;t need a replacement so soon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you apply these tips and practice good iPhone care habits, you should see a definite improvement in the overheating problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if it persists, try contacting an Apple Authorized Service Provider for repair. Sometimes, a battery replacement is all you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your old iPhone is really beyond salvation, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizmogrind.com\/blog\/who-buys-iphones-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell it to us and get cash in return<\/a>. At GizmoGrind, we  help send your old gadgets off to recycling \u2013 planting a tree while we\u2019re at it, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/804449\/top-ios-performance-issues-worldwide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u2018iOS (iPhone) devices performance issues ranking worldwide in the second quarter of 2017\u2019<\/a>, Statista, Blancco, 2017.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Holding a hot iPhone while reading this article? Don&#8217;t worry, it\u2019s not just you. A 2017 survey by Blancco, a data security company, found that 14% of iPhone users faced temperature problems with their devices. In the long term, this constant overheating shortens battery lifespan &#8211; that&#8217;s why you might notice your phone&#8217;s battery draining&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/why-iphone-getting-hot-how-to-fix\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Why Your iPhone Gets Hot (7 Useful Ways to Fix It Now)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1958220,"featured_media":3394,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","neve_meta_reading_time":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[13],"class_list":["post-3357","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mobile-phone-tips","tag-cell-phone-tips"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3357","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1958220"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3357"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3357\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3565,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3357\/revisions\/3565"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3394"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3357"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3357"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gizmogrind.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3357"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}