One of the most talked about criticisms about the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max since they went on sale is overheating problems, a complaint from some users about the use of titanium in the frame, which is one of the biggest innovations of the new models. Apple has now stepped forward to address these complaints to clarify that potential temperature-related issues are caused by factors that have little to do with temperature. Harvard and essentially states that: bug Updates to the iOS 17 system and some third-party applications.

After they wander Messages and videos showing how new devices overheat under certain conditions – there are also users sharing tweets Cupertino residents who claim they haven’t noticed anything strange with their iPhones have become aware of the problem and assure us they’re already working to fix it. “We have identified some conditions that could cause iPhone to become hotter than expected,” Apple told CNET and Forbes.

What conditions are these? The company explains that the device may get hotter during use first daysAfter configuration or restore due to increased background device activity.

Another key may be in charging and power adapters. According to CNT, the company ensures that the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are compatible with any USB-C adapter that meets the USB-C standard, including USB Power Delivery, and that the device is regulated to limit charging to a maximum of 27W. . Using a 20W or higher charger may cause temporary heating.

But the most interesting part of his description points to the device’s other two keys: OS and use of certain applications.

The Cupertino native explains: “We have found a bug in iOS 17 that is affecting some users and it will be resolved with a software update.” Another problem is related to recent updates to third-party applications that cause system overload. The Californian company assures that it is aware of the issue and is working with app developers to create fixes that are “in the process of being implemented.”

Both CNET and Forbes talk about updates of some popular applications such as Instagram, Asphalt 9 or Uber for iOS17 that will overload the CPU of the A17 Pro chip and overheat the mobile phone. In this context, Instagram was going to release an update with version 302 just a few days ago. Apple hasn’t stated exactly when it will release the solution, but Forbes reports that iOS 17.1 is already available. in beta version and does not foresee a reduction in performance to resolve temperature issues.

Another message sent by the company is that overheating use of titanium on aluminum frame or substructure. In fact, it claims that they dissipate heat more efficiently than the stainless steel of previous Pro models. Some users also complained about the temperature on the titanium-free iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.

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