Keeping Your Smartphone Cool and Safe in the Summer Heat
Smartphone Remains Functional in 30-Degree Temperatures
In hot weather, protecting your smartphone from damage becomes crucial. Steffen Herget, an IT expert from the magazine "c't", suggests you keep your phone away from direct sunlight and never leave it in a car.
Avoid attracting thieves and protect your device from potentially extreme temperatures in a heating car.
Don't Rely on Self-Regulation of Your Phone
Modern smartphones may shut down or issue warnings when it's too hot. However, you should not solely depend on these self-protective features. Keep track of the temperature, particularly above 30 or 35 degrees Celsius, as it can escalate critically.
Damage to the display and battery is most likely at high temperatures, often permanent. This may result in parts of the display malfunctioning or displaying incorrect colors. Overheating a battery can permanently reduce its capacity.
Implement These Tips to Prevent Overheating
- Store your smartphone in the shade, such as in a bag, under an umbrella, or under a towel.
- Take your phone out of its case if it's hot to allow better cooling.
- Refrain from placing a hot phone in the refrigerator or keeping it under cold water, even with a waterproof device. This sudden temperature change can create condensation within the device causing damage.
- Shut off the phone when it's too hot, let it cool down naturally in the shade, then turn it back on when it reaches a near-normal temperature.
- Allow an overheated phone that has automatically turned off to rest for a while before attempting to turn it back on.
[1] Manage background processes and close unnecessary apps to reduce internal heating.[2] Use UV-protective cases or sunshades when outdoors for extended periods.[3] Disable non-essential features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, and mobile data when not needed.[4] Opt for airplane mode to further minimize heat build-up.[5] Reduce screen brightness to decrease power consumption and heat production.
- To prevent overheating, consider using UV-protective cases or sunshades for your smartphones and gadgets when outdoors for extended periods.
- When temperatures soar, instead of relying on self-regulation, monitor the temperature of your smartphones and smart devices, especially when it exceeds 35 degrees Celsius, as it can significantly impact the device's performance and causes potential damage.