With all iPhone models, including iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X and iPhone 11 models, you may encounter with overheating problem. Depending on how it is used many different factors can cause an iPhone to overheat.
It is necessary to distinguish between an iPhone that is too hot to the touch and an iPhone that is slightly warmed up. In fact, there are many obvious reasons that can cause your phone to overheat. Some of those are;
A slightly warm iPhone is not a sign of serious issue. If you notice that your iPhone is starting to heat up, you can continue using it after letting it cool down for a short while. But if your iPhone overheats, you should stop using it immediately. In this case, turn off your iPhone and let your device to cool down to prevent permanent damage. Only after your iPhone cools down, you can proceed to the troubleshooting phase.
How to Fix iPhone Overheating Problem
1. iPhone cases can cause overheating. Make sure the case is not the source of overheating.
To try this technique, remove the case and try using your iPhone without a case for a day.
2. Do not place your iPhone in a place where it will be directly exposed to cold, such as a refrigerator.
This may cause condensation in your phone,thus, damage your phone.
3. Check for constantly crashing iPhone apps.
Some apps that are constantly closing in the background can cause your iPhone to overheat. To check this, go to Settings > Privacy > Analytics > Analytics Data. Do you see an app crashing frequently? Delete this app and try using an alternative app instead.
4. Check for apps that are constantly using your iPhone's battery and CPU.
Go to Settings > Battery, then check the app list. Do you see an app that is using your battery a lot or draining it quickly? Delete this app as in the previous step and try using an alternative application instead.
5. Make sure your iPhone is updated.
An outdated iPhone can cause your processor to overload and overheat. So try to keep your iPhone updated every time an update is released.
6. Check your iPhone's network connection.
Sometimes a bad network connection can cause your iPhone to constantly search for signals and overwork. This can occur where phone service is poor or Wi-Fi connectivity is not available.
7. Try changing the iPhone screen brightness.
Using your iPhone at maximum brightness all the time can cause overheating. Simply access the iOS control center and adjust the brightness by sliding the brightness bar.
8. Try turning off background app refresh.
Background app refresh allows your apps to constantly search for new information. When all your apps are refreshed in this way, your iPhone's CPU may be overloaded. To turn it off, go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh > Background App Refresh and tap Off.
9. Try resetting your iPhone's settings.
If you want to make sure your settings aren't causing the overheating, you can reset them all without losing any data. It can also help to reveal a rogue app or problematic setting. While you can reset your iPhone's settings without losing any data, be sure to back up your iPhone just in case.
10. Check your iPhone's charger.
Are you using an Apple certified charger? Cheap chargers purchased from different sites can be defective from time to time. Use the original Apple charger that came with your phone or order a new one.
11. Bring your iPhone to BSF.
If you have tried the above but the heating problem still persists, your phone may have a short circuit, integrated problem(entegre), display or battery problem. In particular, overheating and swelling of the battery can be very dangerous. In such cases, BSF technicians help you and solve your problem.
