Title: Some iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max Users Complain of Overheating Issues
As the latest lineup of Apple products hit stores worldwide, some owners of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are raising concerns about the devices overheating. The iPhone 15 Pro Max, the most expensive phone in the latest generation, costing $1,200, nearly 10% more than last year’s top-of-the-line iPhone, has been experiencing the reported issue. The iPhone 15 Pro, priced at $1,000, has also been mentioned in these complaints.
While not all owners appear to be affected, numerous posts have emerged on the iPhone subreddit in recent days, detailing the uncomfortably high temperatures of the devices. One user described their phone becoming “one with the sun” after previously not encountering any charging issues. Another individual mentioned that their phone became “downright dangerous” after charging overnight.
Further reports indicated that the phones felt excessively hot without any localized heat spots despite activities such as listening to Spotify or using iMessage. Many customers expressed alarm, noting that they had owned previous iPhone models without encountering such problems before.
Apple’s technical support states that when devices are set up for the first time, restored from backups, or wirelessly charged, they may feel warmer. Furthermore, Apple advises that a device that feels warm during these processes will return to normal temperature once the setup or activity is completed. Apple’s website further states that if a device does not display a temperature warning, it is safe to continue using it.
At present, the cause of the reported overheating issues is unclear. However, if users continue to experience extreme heat long after the initial setup phase, it could indicate a more significant problem with Apple’s flagship phones. Nexstar reached out to Apple for comment but has not received an official response yet.
Despite these complaints, some other iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max owners have reported no issues with their devices. It is important to note that modern devices, with their increasingly powerful processors, can generate warmth even during regular usage. The top-of-the-line iPhone 15 models, equipped with a processor capable of supporting console-level video games, exemplify this technological advancement.
As of now, it remains to be seen how Apple will address the overheating reports and assist affected customers.