Posted 10/7/2023, 12:00:00 PM
Apple to Fix iOS Bug Causing iPhone 15 Pro Overheating; Apps and Charging Habits Also Factors
- Apple confirms iPhone 15 Pro overheating due to iOS 17 bug, not design flaw
- Software update coming to address iOS 17 bug causing phones to run hot
- Some third-party apps like Instagram, Uber, Asphalt 9 overloading iPhone's A17 chip
- Those apps releasing updates to fix overheating issues
- iPhones regulate charging to max of 27W, can get warm when charging over 20W
- Turn on Low Power Mode, avoid direct sunlight, disable background app refresh as temporary fixes
- New titanium and aluminum frames better dissipate heat than old steel frames
- Phones may run warmer first few days after setup due to increased background activity