- Apple released iOS 17.0.3 on Wednesday, including a fix for the issue that caused Apple’s latest iPhone 15 models to overheat.
- “This update provides important bug fixes and security updates and addresses an issue that may cause iPhone to run warmer than expected,” according to the software change log.
- Apple says iPhones are safe to use unless they display an explicit temperature warning.
Apple iPhone 15 series devices go on sale at The Grove Apple retail store on release day in Los Angeles on September 22, 2023.
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Apple released iOS 17.0.3 on Wednesday, including a fix for the issue that caused Apple’s latest iPhone 15 models to overheat.
“This update provides important bug fixes and security updates and addresses an issue that may cause iPhone to run warmer than expected,” according to the software change log.
Over the weekend, Apple confirmed reports on social media that new iPhones have a tendency to get warm. Apple said the issue was a combination of some apps not being configured properly, bugs in iOS and an expected setup period that required additional processing and heat generation.
Wednesday’s update addresses issues in iOS, the iPhone’s operating system. App developers also push updates with fixes for their apps.
Apple said the heat issue was not related to a new titanium and aluminum frame design in the high-end Pro models, and it also said it was not related to the USB-C charging port in the new phones either.
Apple’s website says All iPhones may feel warm when restoring from a backup, charging wirelessly, using graphics-heavy apps or games, or streaming high-quality video. Apple says iPhones are safe to use unless they display an explicit temperature warning.
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