iPhone 15 has been one of the hottest tech products around — literally. Shortly after its release, users began reporting an issue with the iPhone 15 overheating , both during charging and during setup and even normal use. Initial reports suggested that the problem was likely due to the hardware and design of the device, but it ultimately appears to be software- related.
As soon as the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro were released, long lines began to form in stores and stocks were depleted. Also, pre-orders exceeded initial demand for the iPhone 14 by 12%. However, shortly after the release, users began reporting overheating of the devices on review sites and social media. Some reported that they reached up to 48 degrees Celsius.
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Initial estimates suggested that Apple's design and new SoC hardware were responsible for the iPhone 15 overheating. However, a recent statement from Apple explains that the initial setup, specific apps , and iOS 17 software issues are the real culprits.
According to Apple's statement, the overheating is due to:
- Increased background activity during the first days of use, after the initial setup or restoring backups
- A bug in iOS 17 affecting some users (will be addressed in an upcoming software update)
- Issues related to third‑party apps (overloading the phone’s system)
The company clarified that overheating has nothing to do with the phone’s new design.
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It is worth noting that Apple has identified several third-party apps that are responsible for the overheating, including Instagram, Uber , and Asphalt 9 available through the app store. Instagram users have already found a solution after a patch was released to address the problem on September 27. Apple said that any updates to resolve the bugs related to iOS 17 will not result in a decrease in device performance.
Power adapters operating above 20W can also cause temporary temperature increases. Charging -related temperature is not a concern as long as the charger complies with USB-C power delivery standards.
Apple has provided assurances that there is no risk to the safety or performance of the device due to the iPhone's built-in protections to prevent overheating . While the temperature increase is annoying, it's good that the problem is software- related and can be fixed with an update. Things would be more difficult if it were a design or hardware issue.
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Apple has committed to addressing the issue in an upcoming iOS update. The company is closely monitoring user and is taking decisive action to resolve the issue. This will allow iPhone 15 owners to fully enjoy the high performance offered by the company's latest model, without complaints about the device.
Source: www.techspot.com
