How to keep your smartphone from overheating this summer
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Temperatures are spiking across the U.S. and Europe, leaving individuals looking for ways to stay cool. As uncomfortable as humans are during heat waves, the portable electronic devices we rely on are even more susceptible to breaking down and malfunctioning when it gets too hot outside.
Smartphone devices like Apple's iPhone and iPad are designed to be used in environments where the temperature ranges from 32 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit, according to Apple. Using an iPhone in temps outside this range, particularly in very hot conditions, is not recommended and can permanently damage its battery.
Follow these tips to keep your phone up and running and to avoid the dreaded "Temperature: iPhone needs to cool down" alert indicating that your device is too hot to function.
