What does a red dot on my iPhone indicate?

So skimmed through a little bit here, looked it up, apparently the red dot is to indicate the microphone has been turned on and a red more obvious circle seen that once, means recording is possibly taking place? I’m now seeing an orange dot at the top of the screen, randomly, any idea what this is why, just decide to record, listen? There’s a blatant obvious answer to this one, go for it, I know enough to be dangerous with the phone not enough to fix it or diagnose that’s obvious. Appreciate any help.





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iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Jan 30, 2025 4:15 AM

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Jan 30, 2025 4:25 AM in response to Eatwakedvr

📱Facing iPhone heating issues? Here's what worked for me on my iPhone 12 Pro:

1️⃣ Backup on iCloud/iTunes

2️⃣ Log out of Apple ID

3️⃣ Erase (Keep eSIM Data)


❌ DO NOT restore from backups! Set up as new iPhone. Wait 2-3 days - no issue! That Indicates...

✅ No hardware/ iOS issue


Now...

📦 Restore data gradually

🔍 Find app/settings causing heat



My experience says this is purely caused by some third-party app that you may have installed.


I am not aware of the ambient temperature in which 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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