Pakistan rising temperatures come with more risks than just harsh weather. One dangerous concern that is now getting serious attention, mobile phones heating up and exploding.
Phone is Overheating? Here are tips to cool phone fast in Pakistan:
- Do not charge
- Turn it off immediately if it’s overheating
- Remove the cover/case
- Keep it in shade or under a fan
- Use battery saver mode
- Avoid charging it fully to 100% in extreme heat
Important: Avoid splashing water, putting ice on your phone, or placing it in the fridge.
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What Researchers Found
Researchers at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering (NIMTE) ran long-term experiments on lithium-ion batteries, and what they found shocked everyone.
They discovered that when these batteries are heated up to 150°C, the ions in the lithium start to move rapidly and collide, producing immense thermal energy enough to recharge the phone’s battery. But that same energy can also trigger battery failure if not handled properly.
Scientists now believe this same technology could be used to revive dead lithium batteries, especially the ones left unused for years. But here’s where it gets alarming.
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Why Countries Like Pakistan Are at Risk
MTE issued a clear warning to hot climate countries like Pakistan. Phones with metallic bodies, when exposed to direct sunlight, can heat up rapidly. That heat transfers to the battery inside and causes its ions to collide faster raising the risk of explosion.
This situation gets worse when people use their phones outdoors under direct heat, especially while charging. The Phones battery is already under stress from heat and usage which slows down charging, increases swelling, and if any part of the battery is damaged or exposed to air, it can catch fire.
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How to Cool Down Phone in Pakistan Extreme Heat
What You Should Do:
- Turn it off immediately if it’s overheating and give break
- Remove the cover/case to help release heat
- Keep it in shade or under a fan, never in the sun
- Use battery saver mode to reduce internal processing
- Avoid charging it fully to 100% in extreme heat (stop at 80–90%)
- Wait for cool down before using or charging
What You Should not Do:
- Don’t put it in the fridge, Here why: sudden temperature drops cause condensation inside the phone which can permanently damage phone internally.
- Don’t splash water or ice, Here why: Water damage will void warranties and can short circuit the battery.
Tip: If you want a quick cool down, wrap the phone in a thin dry cloth and keep it in front of a standing fan or AC.
Science Behind Battery Explosions
After researching online. we found out that if a battery starts to swell and ruptures, air (specifically oxygen) comes into contact with non-oxidized lithium which then burns instantly with rapid flames.
That is what causes severe phone explosions. Real incidents have been reported where phones exploded in users’ hands, causing serious injuries.
Important: Do not Use Phone While Charging
Many cases of phone exploding are also linked to phones being used while charging. The battery is doing two things at once charging and powering the device. This creates more heat, slows down the charging speed, and increases swelling risk, especially during summer when the environment is already hot.
Safety Tips Everyone Should Follow
- Avoid using phones in direct sunlight
- Don’t use your phone while it’s charging
- Don’t leave your phone on dashboards, windowsills, or anywhere with direct sun
- Remove metallic covers if your phone is heating up
- If your phone feels unusually hot, turn it off immediately
These precautions are not optional, they are essential. With summer temperatures rising in Pakistan, your phone could be just one overheat away from becoming dangerous. Take the warning seriously.
Quick FAQs
Extreme heat can overheat lithium batteries and cause them to swell, burst, or even catch fire.
Do not put phone in fridge becauses it will cause moisture buildup and internal condensation, which can damage your phone.
Charging naturally heats the battery, and summer adds more heat due to rising temperature. Using the phone during charging makes it worse.
Avoid using it, especially during hot weather. Let charge first to reduce heat and exploding risk.
Turn it off, remove the case, place it under a fan or shaded area. Do NOT cool it with water or place it in fridge.
Stay aware, stay safe.
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