iPhone 15 Pro series overheating issues fix

Mobile lelo Published on: October 16, 2023

iPhone 15 Pro series overheating issues fix

Without some controversy, an iPhone launch wouldn't be complete, and this year, there have been numerous reports of models in the iPhone 15 Pro series overheating. Apple has now acknowledged the problem and is working diligently on a resolution for a future software update.

We have identified a few conditions which can cause iPhone to run warmer than expected. The device may feel warmer during the first few days after setting up or restoring the device because of increased background activity.

We have also found a bug in iOS 17 that is impacting some users and will be addressed in a software update. Another issue involves some recent updates to third-party apps that are causing them to overload the system. We’re working with these app developers on fixes that are in the process of rolling out. – Apple representative

The most likely suspects attributing to the overheating and throttling issues according to some analysts are the thermal design compromises which resulted in a smaller heat dissipation area for the new Pro models. The new titanium frames also hold a higher heat conductivity than stainless steel which could be another key factor.

We should mention that we could not exactly replicate the overheating issue in our iPhone 15 Pro Max review where we used two units of the same device. We did notice significant GPU throttling under load though. We’ll make sure to follow up on the iPhone 15 Pro series overheating controversy and will update you accordingly.

Your device may get warm

You may notice that your device feels warmer when you:

Set up your device for the first time
Restore from a backup
Charge your device wirelessly
Use graphics-intensive or processor-intensive apps, games or features, including augmented reality apps
Stream high-quality video

These conditions are normal and your device will return to a normal temperature when the process is complete or when you finish your activity. If your device doesn't display a temperature warning, you can keep using your device.

If your device gets too warm

iOS and iPadOS devices have built-in protections to prevent overheating. If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, your device will protect its internal components by attempting to regulate its temperature.

Avoid these conditions and activities because they may change the performance of your device:

Leaving your device in a car on a hot day.
Leaving your device in direct sunlight for an extended period of time.
Using certain features in hot conditions or direct sunlight for an extended period of time, such as GPS tracking or navigation in a car, playing a graphics-intensive game or using augmented-reality apps.

If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, you may notice these changes:

Charging, including wireless charging, slows or stops.
The display dims or goes black.
Mobile radios enter a low-power state. The signal may weaken during this time.
The camera flash is temporarily disabled.
Performance slows with graphics-intensive or augmented reality apps or features.

Also, if you're navigating, your device may show this alert and turn off the display: "Temperature: iPhone needs to cool down." Navigation still provides audible turn-by-turn directions. When approaching a turn, the display will illuminate to guide you through the turn.

If your device gets too cold

Using an iOS or iPadOS device in very cold conditions outside its operating range may temporarily shorten battery life and could cause your device to turn off. Battery life will return to normal when you bring your device back to higher ambient temperatures.

Your iOS or iPadOS device may not charge or could stop charging if it gets too cold.