Tips: In scorching 45-degree heat, your smartphone can become a hazard! Change these habits immediately..

The heatwave is wreaking havoc across several states in India. In places like Delhi, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh, mercury levels have soared past the 45-degree mark. In this scorching heat, it is not just us humans who are at risk of heatstroke—our expensive smartphones are vulnerable to it as well. Nowadays, we all use premium smartphones worth thousands, if not lakhs, of rupees. If a phone's battery or screen gets damaged due to intense heat, getting it repaired can put a significant strain on one's wallet.

**Overheating Emerges as the Biggest Problem**
During the summer season, a smartphone overheating—becoming excessively hot—is an extremely common issue. The phone may suddenly start freezing or hanging. The battery drains rapidly, as if leaking away like water. Often, the screen brightness dims automatically, or the phone shuts down on its own. Tech experts believe that prolonged exposure to high temperatures significantly reduces battery lifespan. Furthermore, the performance of the phone's processor is also severely compromised.

**Why Exactly Do Smartphones Overheat?**
When we use a phone, its processor and battery are constantly working. This generates a certain amount of heat within the device. This is a completely normal occurrence. However, the trouble begins when this heat exceeds safe limits.

Leaving a phone in direct sunlight is the primary culprit behind this. Placing a phone on a car seat, inside a bike's storage compartment, or on a sunlit windowsill can cause its internal temperature to reach dangerous levels within just a few minutes. Additionally, engaging in continuous heavy gaming or watching videos at high screen brightness causes the phone to heat up rapidly. Using the camera for extended periods or running multiple applications simultaneously also places immense strain on the processor. In many instances, viruses present in the phone, outdated software, or the use of generic (non-standard) chargers can also be major contributors to overheating.

**6 Essential Tips to Protect Your Phone from the Heat**
1. **Leaving Your Phone in a Car is Dangerous:** A car parked under intense sunlight can turn into an oven on the inside. Never, under any circumstances, leave your phone behind in such a vehicle.

2. **Remove the Phone Cover:** Thick protective cases trap the internal heat generated by the phone, preventing it from dissipating. It is advisable to remove the back cover while charging the device or while playing games. 3. Disable Unnecessary Features: Features such as GPS, Wi-Fi, hotspots, and Bluetooth consume battery power unnecessarily. Switch them off immediately when they are not in use.

4. Avoid Stacking Gadgets: Do not keep multiple laptops, power banks, and smartphones packed closely together in the same bag. They can absorb heat from one another, leading to overheating.

5. Avoid Use in Direct Sunlight: Minimize phone usage when stepping outdoors in intense sunlight. Always keep your phone in the shade or inside your pocket.

6. Avoid These Mistakes While Charging: Always use the original charger and cable provided with your device. Refrain from playing games or making calls while the phone is plugged in and charging.

What to Do Immediately If Your Phone Overheats?

If you notice that your phone has become excessively hot, do not panic. First, close all applications running in the background. Next, remove the phone's protective cover and switch the device off. If possible, move the phone to a cool room or a shaded area.

Also, turn off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile data. You may also place the phone in front of a fan to allow it to cool down naturally. One crucial point to remember: never make the mistake of using water, ice, or placing the phone in a refrigerator in an attempt to cool it down quickly. Doing so could cause permanent damage to your device.

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