iPhone Overheating on iOS 26? Fixes & Prevention Tips

Immediate Overheating Solutions

• 💡 Turn off your iPhone if it's extremely hot, and let it rest in a cool place for about half an hour.
• ☀️ Avoid using your iPhone in direct sunlight or leaving it in hot environments like a car, where temperatures can exceed 60°C.

Charging Habits and Battery Health

• 🔌 Avoid charging overnight; disconnect your iPhone once it reaches 100% to prevent prolonged heat buildup.
• 🔋 Enable Optimized Battery Charging in settings to learn your routine and finish charging past 80% only when needed, reducing heat.
• 📈 Check your battery's maximum capacity in Battery Health settings; consider replacing the battery if it drops below 70-75%.

Display and Background Activity

• 🔆 Reduce screen brightness to lower levels or the middle setting, as high brightness can cause the phone to heat up.
• 🔄 Disable Background App Refresh in General settings to prevent apps from draining the battery and generating heat.

Power Saving and Accessories

• ⚡ Use Low Power Mode to reduce screen refresh rates (e.g., from 120Hz to 60Hz on Pro models) and slow battery drain, which can also help with heat.
• 💨 Remove your iPhone case to allow for better airflow and heat dissipation.
• 🔌 Ensure you are using certified chargers and cables; low-quality accessories can damage the battery and cause overheating.