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Does the otterbox drop proof case affect the battery

I Have purchased otterbox drop proof case for iphone6s plus. However, i need to know whether it will hold the heat emissions while charging and doest it affect the battery life of iphone. I have seen the apple website also recommends otterbox case. Please clarify.

iPhone 6s Plus, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Aug 31, 2016 8:12 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2016 8:19 AM

Hi


Apple advises that charging your iPhone whilst it is inside certain styles of case may generate excess heat, which can adversely affect the battery capacity.


If you notice that your iPhone gets hot when you charge it, remove it from the case before charging.


More information:

http://www.apple.com/batteries/maximizing-performance/

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Aug 31, 2016 8:19 AM in response to vigneshfromramnad

Hi


Apple advises that charging your iPhone whilst it is inside certain styles of case may generate excess heat, which can adversely affect the battery capacity.


If you notice that your iPhone gets hot when you charge it, remove it from the case before charging.


More information:

http://www.apple.com/batteries/maximizing-performance/

Does the otterbox drop proof case affect the battery

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