When Should You Replace Your Smartphone Battery?
The signs that a phone battery is wearing out, what battery health readings mean, and when replacement makes sense.
Common Causes of Smartphone Overheating
Why phones get hot, which causes are normal, and when heat is a sign that something needs attention.
Phones warm up during demanding tasks. That is normal. Persistent or unusual heat is not, and it is worth understanding the difference.
Normal warmth
Gaming, video calls, navigation, fast charging and camera use all generate heat. A phone that is warm during these tasks and cools down afterwards is behaving normally.
Common causes of excess heat
- Background apps running continuously
- Weak network signal, which makes the modem work harder
- Charging while using demanding apps
- Direct sunlight or a hot car
- Thick cases that trap heat
- An ageing or damaged battery
When to be concerned
Bring the phone in if it is hot while idle, gets hot enough to be uncomfortable to hold, shows a temperature warning, or if the back panel has lifted.
Simple steps that help
Close apps you are not using, keep software updated, avoid charging in direct sun, and remove the case while fast charging.
This article is general guidance. For advice on your specific device, contact us or bring it in for inspection.