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iPhone 3GS Overheating?
Posted 06/29/2009 at 2:11:54pm | by JC Domingo
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Using your GPS and 3G connection supplies new app--a heater. Some users found, starting in France, the new 3GS to overheat, causing a discoloration the shape of the battery on the backside of the device. After several tests, the user found the heat to be unbearable, noticing that the phone overheats while using GPS and 3G simultaneously.

A MacNN staffer independently tested a white 32GB unit and found the same problems. A PC World writer reported while playing "The Oregon Trail," her black 16GB phone to stayed the same color while plugged into the wall charger, but did dramatically change in temperature--so hot that if held against her face that it would be "painful."

Apple’s manufacture warranty, which can be extended for another year, is supposed to take care of the problem. However, the French iPhone user claimed Apple would only hold his phone for a five-day test.

 

If you have experienced anything similar to the stories above, drop your experience in the comments. 

 

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TAGS:  iphone 3gs
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avatarMe, too

Submitted by MacSince87 on Mon, 2009-06-29 14:10

I noticed this overheating just today. I was using a 3G network and the Google Maps App (I assume it uses the GPS feature). I definitely noticed a sharp rise in the heat on the upper back of the unit, though I've seen no swelling or discoloration. BTW, I have the 3GS 16 GB. I hope this is not a serious problem.

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avatarAfter Sync

Submitted by lukeforester1 on Mon, 2009-06-29 15:47

I experienced such overheating in my new iPhone 3G S that it was not only unbearable to hold, but to even touch after syncing it with my computer, I did not notice any discoloration, but that doesn't mean there was none. I hope Apple fixes this! And BTW I haven't been getting my magazine, I've been have to buy them in the store while I have a subscription! SO FIX THIS, PLEEEEEASE!!!!!!!

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