Heatwave's Disturbing Everyone, Even Your Smartphone! Is Your Phone at Risk? Here's How to Protect It

Heatwaves all across the globe are bothering all life forms on the planet. However, we often fail to realize that the scorching heat is not only problematic for the life on the planet, but it also has terrible impacts on non-living things as well. You may have guessed it right by now, we are talking about your devices.

With the rise in temperatures, and heatwaves lingering over the head, the smart devices that we use on everyday basis also are at a huge risk. These devices can get overheated quite easily in the scorching weather like this. Moreover, overuse of such devices can also increase the troubles.

Not many people realize but just like humans, the smart devices that we use on everyday basis also come with optimal temperature ranges. When the temperature falls within this ambit, these devices can be safe to use, and peak performance can be touched. However, in situations of heatwaves where temperatures are increased, it could get risky to use overheated smart phones.

As there is a significant rise in the temperatures in the recent times, protecting the devices has become an important concern.

If one looks at the optimal temperature ranges, then Samsung and Apple suggest their users to use the devices between 0°C to 35°C. Xiaomi, on the other hand, say that their devices are able to endure over 40°C. 

Here we explain the ways you can protect your devices from the scorching heat

Protecting your devices from Heatwave

It is not an easy task to not only protect oneself from the heatwave but also the devices. However, devices are smart, and thus you may find prompts from the device to slow down usage in case the device gets heated. In that case, one should always follow the advice and slow down the usage for some time.

Protective covers

Protective covers can prove to be the best investment one can make during such a weather. One must choose the ones that provide thermal insulation. These covers can actually shield the devices from external heat sources.

Hot cars are a big no

Experts warn that one should never leave any device or phone in a parked car. This is because the interior temperatures of a car can increase drastically, and make the devices heat up too.

Look for cooler environments

It isn't a surprise that the best way to protect oneself and the devices from heat is to look for cool shades. One should abstain from placing the devices on hot surfaces. One must also take care that the devices are not exposed directly to sunlight.

Can airplane mode help?

Definitely. Airplane modes can prove to be helpful as they help in decreasing the background processing, which could lead to further heat in the devices. Therefore, when not in use, it is recommended to keep the devices in airplane modes.