Apple releases fix for overheating iPhone 15

Technology
Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 5:57 pm EDT

Key Points

  • iOS Update to Address Overheating Issue: Apple released iOS 17.0.3, which includes bug fixes, security updates, and a specific fix for a problem causing the latest iPhone 15 models to run hot. This update is aimed at resolving the issue that caused iPhones to become warmer than expected
  • Reasons Behind Overheating Acknowledged: Apple confirmed reports on social media about the new iPhones getting warm and attributed the problem to a combination of factors, including improperly configured apps, bugs in iOS, and the initial setup process, which requires additional processing and generates heat.
  • Clarifications on Heat Source: Apple clarified that the overheating issue was unrelated to the design of the higher-end Pro models’ titanium and aluminum frames and also not related to the USB-C charging port on the new phones. The company’s website explains that iPhones may feel warmer during specific scenarios, such as restoring from a backup, wireless charging, using graphics-intensive apps or games, or streaming high-quality video, but they are generally safe to use unless they display an explicit temperature warning.

Apple released iOS 17.0.3, addressing an issue that caused its latest iPhone 15 models to overheat. The update, according to the change log, includes bug fixes, security updates, and specifically tackles the problem of iPhones running warmer than expected. Apple had acknowledged reports of the new iPhones getting warm over the weekend, attributing the issue to a combination of improperly configured apps, iOS bugs, and the initial setup process requiring additional processing and generating heat. The update resolves these issues within the iOS operating system, and app developers are also releasing fixes for their apps. Apple clarified that the heat problem was unrelated to the new frame design or USB-C charging port on the Pro models and emphasized that iPhones are generally safe to use unless they display an explicit temperature warning.

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