Apple Acknowledges iPhone 15 Pro Heating Issue, Cites Background Activity As The Cause

Apple has pointed to certain third-party applications, such as Instagram, Uber, and Asphalt 9, as contributors to the heating issues.

Apple has acknowledged reports of elevated heat levels in the iPhone 15 Pro series, clarifying that the devices may exhibit warmer temperatures in the initial days following setup or restoration due to heightened background activity. In an official statement addressing the matter, Apple informed Forbes that they have identified specific conditions that could lead to the iPhone running warmer than anticipated. This warmer sensation is often experienced during the initial days after setting up or restoring the device, attributed to the heightened background activity.

Furthermore, Apple has pointed to specific third-party applications, such as Instagram, Uber, and Asphalt 9, as contributors to the heating issues observed on the new iPhone models. A report from Forbes highlighted that Instagram had released an update on September 27, aimed at resolving the heating problem. Apple is actively collaborating with other app developers to address similar concerns.

Apple additionally stated, "We have also found a bug in iOS 17 that impacts some users and will be addressed in a software update. Another issue involves some recent updates to third-party apps that are causing them to overload the system. We’re working with these app developers on fixes that are in the process of rolling out," emphasising their ongoing efforts to rectify the situation.

The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models were recently unveiled during the Wonderlust event earlier this month. These premium smartphones boasted a new titanium build and advanced A17 Pro chipsets compared to the A16 chips featured in the base models.

Despite the exciting launch, several users raised concerns about overheating problems associated with the iPhone 15 Pro models. Some users even reported the devices becoming uncomfortably warm to the touch.

Noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo shared insights earlier this week, suggesting that the overheating issues observed in the iPhone 15 Pro models were not tied to the TSMC 3nm process in the new A17 Pro chipset. Instead, he attributed the problem to compromises made in the thermal system design to achieve a lighter weight. Kuo also predicted that Apple could potentially address these overheating concerns through future software updates, though substantial improvements might be limited without reducing processor performance.

Apple vehemently denied hardware-related flaws contributing to the heating issues in its higher-end iPhone range. Reports from Bloomberg conveyed Apple's assurance that the new titanium and aluminium design effectively dissipates heat. Moreover, the company emphasised that forthcoming software fixes targeting heating issues would not compromise the performance of the iPhone 15 Pro series.