Written By: Divya | By: Divya | Published: May 18, 2026, 06:43 PM (IST)
Phone getting too hot in summer? Try these 8 easy fixes
Extreme summer heat can make smartphones overheat quickly and you must be experiencing it too. Specially the scorching summer heat in India. However, a few simple habits can help keep temperatures under control. Here's how.
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Keep It Away From Direct Sunlight
I’ve noticed phones heat up extremely fast under direct sunlight, especially inside cars or near windows. Even a few minutes outside in peak summer can push temperatures up quickly and slow down performance.
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Lower Brightness And Pause Heavy Tasks
High brightness, 5G usage, camera recording, and gaming all heat up the phone together. During extreme summer days, lowering brightness and giving the phone small breaks actually makes a noticeable difference.
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Remove The Phone Cover Temporarily
Heavy cases trap heat more than we realise. Whenever my phone starts getting too warm during gaming, charging, or video calls, removing the cover for a while genuinely helps it cool faster.
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Avoid Charging While Gaming
This is probably the biggest reason phones overheat. Charging already creates heat, and gaming pushes the processor harder too. Doing both together makes the temperature rise much faster than normal.
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Close Background Apps
Sometimes the heating isn’t just weather-related. Too many apps running in the background quietly use processing power and battery. Restarting the phone or clearing apps often helps reduce unnecessary heat.
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Avoid Cheap Chargers
I’ve noticed phones heat more while using low-quality chargers or cables. Original or certified chargers usually manage temperature and charging speed much better during long charging sessions.
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Keep Software Updated
Sometimes overheating is linked to software bugs or poor app optimisation. Regular updates often improve battery management and thermal performance, especially on older phones.
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Don’t Put It In The Fridge
A lot of people try this, but sudden temperature changes can damage the phone internally because of moisture buildup. It’s always safer to cool the device naturally in a shaded or ventilated area.