Why Do Smartphones Get Hot When You Use Them?

Smartphones get hot because they’re working really hard. When you play games or watch videos, the phone uses a lot of power. It’s like running around in the sun, your phone gets tired and warm. The battery and screen are especially busy, so they heat up first.

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Your phone feels hot after playing a video game for a while.
Your phone warms up when you use it in direct sunlight.
The back of your phone gets warm when you watch a long movie.

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