Smartphone overheating is a common issue for both iPhone and Android users in Edmonton. Heat can slow down performance, drain your battery faster, and even cause permanent damage to internal components like the battery, CPU, or charging IC. At CellPhoneRepairStore.ca, we diagnose and repair overheating issues for all major brands, including Samsung, iPhone, Motorola, and Google Pixel.
Why Do Smartphones Overheat?
Your phone naturally warms up during heavy use, but excessive heat usually points to a deeper issue. The most common causes include:
- Multitasking with too many apps running
- Intensive gaming or video recording
- Failing or aging batteries
- Charging with damaged or low-quality cables
- Blocked ventilation or dirt buildup
- Software glitches or outdated firmware
- Power IC or motherboard faults
If the device becomes too hot to hold, the internal temperature is likely over safe limits.
How to Fix an Overheating Smartphone (Quick Tips)
1. Close Background Apps
Apps running silently consume RAM and CPU, increasing heat. Close everything you aren’t using.
2. Remove Your Phone Case
Thick cases trap heat. Removing the case helps the device cool faster.
3. Dim the Screen & Disable 5G, GPS, or Bluetooth
High brightness and connectivity features drain power and increase device temperature.
4. Stop Charging Immediately if the Phone Feels Hot
Charging heats the battery naturally. If overheating occurs, unplug the charger to prevent hardware damage.
5. Restart Your Phone
A simple reboot clears demanding tasks and resets background processes.
6. Update Your Software
Both iOS and Android roll out updates that fix overheating bugs and optimize system performance.
7. Keep Your Device Out of Sunlight
Heat from the environment can accelerate thermal buildup, especially in parked cars.
Preventing Overheating Long-Term
- Use only certified charging cables and adapters
- Replace old or swollen batteries early
- Avoid gaming while charging
- Clean charging ports and vents regularly
- Delete unused apps that run background processes
If your phone heats up during light use, you likely have a hardware-related issue that needs inspection.
When to Get Professional Help
You should bring your device to CellPhoneRepairStore.ca if:
- Your phone overheats even during basic tasks
- You notice swelling or a lifting screen (battery failure)
- The device restarts or shuts down due to heat
- Charging becomes unusually slow or unstable
- The phone gives “Temperature Too High” warnings frequently
Our technicians perform full thermal diagnostics, battery tests, and power IC evaluations to identify the exact cause.
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