My iPhone 8 overheats a lot

daneca Said:

"My iPhone 8 overheats a lot: Battery is old and likely needs replacing.. is there somethim* I can do? I’ve removed widgets and closed all apps. I’ve set low power mode and am usin* an original apple charger, however I have used a non-apple charger. "

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Troubleshooting an Overheating iPhone:

Perform the following...

I. Cool Down the iPhone:

For a few hours, perform the following...

• Power Off: the iPhone for a bit
• Unplug: any Cables
• Place it Atop: a Laptop Cooler
• Keep it in: an open space
• Keep it Out of: direct sunlight

then...

2. Clear Space Using my User Tips:

See if you need to clear lots of space. System resources may be using up too much services, making it overheat. Internal storage cannot be upgraded. It is what it is. So, the maximum internal storage capacity never increases, even if you upgraded your iCloud plan. Learn More here: What's the Difference Between Device Storage and iCloud Storage? Apple Support

So, what to do...

Clear Space, Using my User Tips:

• How to Clear Space from your Mobile Device, and What to Clear: - User Tip.
• How to Clear "Other" in your iPhone's Storage - Use Backup - User Tip.

check out this articleIf your iPhone or iPad gets too hot or too cold - Apple Support if this does not help contact Apple support to see if they can offer service for you

Wonderful advice!