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Overheating issues on iOS 13.5

I have been experiencing overheating on my iPhone 11 Pro Max after the iOS 13.5 update even with minimal usage (eg. Safari web browsing). Anyone else having this issue as well?

iPhone 11 Pro Max

Posted on May 26, 2020 7:29 AM

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Posted on May 26, 2020 8:16 AM

It is not clear here in your post about the ambient temperature in your area where you are using the iPhone. However --> Keeping iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch within acceptable ...


Store the device where the temperature is between -20º and 45º C (-4º to 113º F). Don’t leave the device in your car, because temperatures in parked cars can exceed this range.


Use iOS devices where the ambient temperature is between 0º and 35º C (32º to 95º F). Low- or high-temperature conditions might cause the device to change its behavior to regulate its temperature. Using an iOS device in very cold conditions outside of its operating range might temporarily shorten battery life and could cause the device to turn off. Battery life will return to normal when you bring the device back to higher ambient temperatures. Using an iOS device in very hot conditions can permanently shorten battery life.


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May 26, 2020 8:16 AM in response to ChesterW1

It is not clear here in your post about the ambient temperature in your area where you are using the iPhone. However --> Keeping iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch within acceptable ...


Store the device where the temperature is between -20º and 45º C (-4º to 113º F). Don’t leave the device in your car, because temperatures in parked cars can exceed this range.


Use iOS devices where the ambient temperature is between 0º and 35º C (32º to 95º F). Low- or high-temperature conditions might cause the device to change its behavior to regulate its temperature. Using an iOS device in very cold conditions outside of its operating range might temporarily shorten battery life and could cause the device to turn off. Battery life will return to normal when you bring the device back to higher ambient temperatures. Using an iOS device in very hot conditions can permanently shorten battery life.


May 28, 2020 6:32 PM in response to ChesterW1

Hello ChesterW1,


Currently, I am using iOS 13.4.1 with my iPhone X.

After updated to 13.4.1, I have had the same issues overheating (near the earpiece, around the lens module, battery charger), and battery drain(normal usage and overnight). I did including followings (with advice from experienced users found in this Community)

  • Disable APPs from running in the background.
  • Disable all Siri related functionalities.
  • Disable iCloud Drive with associated APPs.
  • Keep minimum notifications from APPs.
  • Charge iPhone when battery level dropped to 30%.
  • Uncheck lists under Safari/Advanced/Experimental Features.
  • Update all installed APPs.


Battery drain and overheating are basically under control.

Now, I reboot my iPhone X often more.





Jun 27, 2020 11:14 AM in response to Picoleto1

Guys,


would you please check your battery regularly. I caught this behaviour multiple times already and I have screenshotted them. It seems there is some kind of memory leak or bug that allows apps to work in backgroubd like crazy ! Some apps worked for straight 15 hours in my case while I was sleeping and iphone should be idle. Check attached pics


please let me know if you hav same symptoms

May 26, 2020 2:09 PM in response to ChesterW1

IOS 13.5 renders my “Xs max” practically useless, I can no longer play asphalt 9 for no more than 10 minute bouts as I now have to give the phone a rest in order for it to cool down to safe levels, I’m not sure on the temperature my phone reaches with the 10 minutes of gameplay but it is very uncomfortable to the touch, I can only describe it as my phone is literally baking. I AM NOT A HAPPY CAMPER ANYMORE

May 26, 2020 5:51 PM in response to ChesterW1

My device (iPhone 11 Pro) has the same issue. Battery health at 100% but is dead half way through the day. Heating up while doing nothing that would cause for extra processing power to consume anything. I have been talking to Apple Support on Twitter and seems like it’s not something that’s being looked at as an issue. I have been told to factory wipe my device to fix issue that was not an issue until after 13.5 on 5/20/20.

May 28, 2020 6:21 PM in response to ChesterW1

I’ve been having this issue with my iPhone 11 Pro since upgrading to 13.5. I always swipe up and close down all apps after using them, so no apps were actively opened. Seems like this is either a system process, memory leak, or an app with background services and a runaway thread.


That said, tonight I completely powered down my iPhone (hold Power and Volume Up until Power Off slider displays, then swipe to power off). After powering the phone back on it’s been running cool for a good 30 minutes. I’ve been in Safari and opened a few apps and haven’t had any issues so far. YMMV.

Jun 1, 2020 11:25 PM in response to ChesterW1

My iPhone 11 Pro Max started running extremely hot today - it’s about a day after I updated to iOS 13.5.1. The area directly beneath the camera lenses is extremely hot, and my battery health max capacity is 98%. I haven’t dropped the phone, it never got wet, nor have I installed new apps on it. I’ve had the iPhone ever since it came out and have never had an issue like this before.


I even attempted to do a factory reset without reinstalling my backup. I just wanted it to fully charge and cool down. It never did. It’s still running hot (it does still have iOS 13.5.1 installed).

Overheating issues on iOS 13.5

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