July 28, 2018
Owners of mobile devices often encounter the problem of overheating, and this happens for a number of reasons. And this can affect devices of any class, both top-end and budget. But powerful smartphones are more susceptible to overheating due to their presence, which generates heat under high load, while the lack of cooling only aggravates the situation.
xiaomi gets very hot
This problem happens to phones from all manufacturers. However, today we will tell you what to do when Xiaomi gets very hot. Often, users of gadgets from this Chinese brand, when they feel the body heating up, do not know what to do. We will try to help such people.
- 1 Common causes of overheating
- 2 Ways to solve the problem
- 3 Conclusion
YouTube app
Relevant for certain smartphone models, for example, Xiaomi Redmi Note 4.
As you might guess, we are talking about the YouTube application. Open settings.
Next is the “All Applications” section.
You search for YouTube and open it.
Click “Uninstall updates”.
Confirm the deletion.
This can help. In addition, in some cases, on the contrary, updating to a more recent version of YouTube helps.
Disabling advertising
Xiaomi smartphones have pre-installed advertising services that run by default, consume battery life and load the processor. To disable them:
- open the settings menu;
- go to the “Advanced settings” tab;
- click on the line “Privacy”;
- find and open the “Advertising Services” tab;
- deactivate the checkbox next to “Personal ads”.
If all of the above methods do not help solve the problem, the mobile device should be returned to a service center. Overheating of a smartphone can be caused by both hidden viral processes and technical malfunctions.
Google Duo app
Google Duo is a video chat from Google that is now a built-in application on many smartphones. Users write that this is often where the problem lies.
Do the same as in the first part of the article: find the Google Duo application.
Click “Uninstall updates”.
Confirm the deletion.
If possible, you can remove the application if it is not built-in and if you do not need it.
List of technical issues
Whatever your smartphone is - a top-end flagship or an ultra-budget device, it may have technical problems. Under the body there are a lot of complex mechanisms, the performance of each of which can be impaired, but in most cases the cause of heating is a faulty battery. If the phone is hot while charging or talking, then this is most likely the reason. The battery has its own shelf life, which is much shorter than other components. As a result, it quickly discharges and gets very hot. What to do in such a situation? There is only one way out - contact a service center, where they will supply you with a new battery. This is true for all modern smartphones from Xiaomi, Huawei, Samsung and many other manufacturers that have a monolithic design. Previously, it was possible to replace the battery yourself, but now it is built into the case, which does not allow you to avoid a visit to specialists.
Another popular reason is a short circuit, which in most cases occurs after water gets inside the case. To do this, it is not necessary to wet the entire phone; one drop may be enough. If it gets wet, you should immediately contact a service center.
It is important to dry the board as quickly as possible, otherwise corrosion will begin and the smartphone may completely lose its functionality. Testing all cameras and wireless interfaces will help identify a short circuit.
As a rule, sensors fall off when there is a short circuit, which is the main sign of a problem.
Conclusion
In the article, we looked at the main reasons why the phone gets hot, slows down and discharges quickly, and also talked about what can be done in such a situation. But let us immediately note that if the problem is in the hardware, then it is better not to try to solve it yourself, but to immediately entrust the work to a specialist who is well aware of the design features of modern smartphones.
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Startup applications
There are applications that must be loaded along with the operating system. However, there are others - third-party applications that are built into startup, but are not needed there at all. What to do? It is necessary to remove third-party applications from startup, which are not necessary, because they can cause the smartphone to quickly discharge.
To remove an application from startup, download the appropriate application. Which? For example, All In One Toolbox.
If you have root rights, provide them to the application. If not, you can act like this - after all, we are removing third-party applications from startup, not built-in ones.
Open the “Startup” section.
Select the “Custom Applications” tab, move the switch to the Disabled position opposite the desired application.
Do not touch system applications.
Causes of overheating
Among the main reasons why Xiaomi Redmi Note 4x and any other model of the brand heats up are most often cited:
- problems with the operating system;
- display settings incorrectly set by the user;
- increased load on the central processor;
- wireless communication (2G, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi and even Bluetooth);
- charging problems that cause the battery and case to heat up;
- influence of viruses;
- using the wrong cover;
- long conversations on the phone.
Overheating can be caused by any of these problems - regardless of the make and model. Owners of a Samsung, HTC or Meizu phone also encounter them. Often a gadget is influenced by several factors at once. To determine the cause and get rid of it, the user will have to pay attention to the heating characteristics - in what situations and in what parts of the smartphone the temperature rises.
Problems with the operating system
An increase in temperature may also indicate problems with the operating system. This problem occurs more often in Android models compared to iOS smartphones. Google's platform is said to be less optimized than Apple's software and accumulates residual files over time that slow down the system.
To fix the problem, you should try updating the system to the most current version. Utilities like CCleaner will help you remove unnecessary data from memory and storage. If all else fails, it is recommended to reset the system, returning it to factory settings.
Screen Options
The reasons why a smartphone gets hot include incorrectly adjusted screen brightness. An image that is too bright is more noticeable in sunlight, however, it drains the battery faster and increases the temperature of the hardware. This is especially noticeable on phones with a large screen, such as the Note 4 phablet.
The problem is solved by setting automatic brightness adjustment. If such characteristics do not suit the phone owner, you can change them manually when watching a video or turning on a game. After finishing watching or playing, the brightness is returned back to a low level.
Heavy CPU usage
The use of modern software solutions in games leads to increased load on the hardware. This will cause the processor to heat up within a few minutes of starting the game. The phone heats up even more if the game requirements are too high for its characteristics - for example, on older Redmi models it will no longer be possible to run either a modern 3D shooter or an online simulator at normal settings.
An overheated smartphone quickly drains its battery, opens applications more slowly, and slows down, making it more difficult to work and play. The problem is solved by setting a lower resolution and frame rate. Because of this, playing becomes less comfortable, but the temperature drops. It is worth taking breaks between work and, especially, games.
Wireless network
Phones often get warm both when the Internet is turned on and when using Bluetooth. Heating is noticeable even when wireless networks are not in use. The operating GPS module and 3G or 4G mobile communications also affect the temperature of the hardware.
Disabling all devices that are not currently in use will help solve the problem. It is not recommended to keep Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or data transmission over a mobile network turned on all the time.
Incorrect charging
All phones get warm when charging, but some have higher temperatures. Sometimes this is due to the use of an unsuitable charger, in some cases a short circuit in the power controller and a faulty battery. The problem is solved by replacing the battery and using branded chargers.
The battery often gets warm when charging the phone if a video or game is running on it. Therefore, it is not recommended to play games, launch multimedia files, or surf the Internet at this time. This leads to both noticeable heating and a decrease in battery life.
Viruses and mining
If your phone gets warm in standby mode even without connecting to a charger, a virus infection may be the cause. Malicious code, whose task is usually to steal and transfer confidential information to third parties, constantly uses the gadget's resources and causes it to overheat. The problem is solved by installing a fairly effective antivirus (even free versions of well-known programs will do) and scanning the operating system.
The main reasons for the phone to heat up include attempts to use the gadget for mining. During the process of mining cryptocurrencies, the temperature of the processor and battery increases significantly, and the result can be their premature failure. Therefore, mining on phones is not worth it, especially since the payback on mining is practically zero. Given the current difficulty of obtaining and the exchange rates of virtual currencies, even a modern flagship will not earn more than $3-5 per month.
Unsuitable cases
To protect your smartphone from scratches when dropped or in contact with hard and sharp objects, it is advisable to put a special case on it. However, this accessory should not only prevent mechanical damage, but also not interfere with cooling. So, when using leather cases, which have good decorative and protective characteristics, the gadget heats up too quickly and does not have time to cool.
The best options are “bumpers” that leave the top part open and protect the smartphone only on the sides and bottom. Cooling when using such an accessory is more efficient. However, do not forget that this significantly reduces the protection of the phone.
Heating when talking
Sometimes users pay attention to the phone case heating up during a conversation. The reason for the rise in temperature can be one and a half to two hours of almost continuous communication. Prolonged use causes the phone battery to heat up - this is considered a normal situation and does not require special measures. In most cases, the case cools down quickly after the call ends.
A problem can be called a constantly elevated temperature - even if communication has long been completed. A careful inspection of the case and battery, which is removed and inspected for swelling and signs of corrosion, will help determine the cause. Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 4x and other models with a non-removable battery may need to contact service.
Applications running in the background
It’s not clear why, but some applications running in the background completely drain your smartphone’s battery. It is not clear what this is connected with, because even a regular reboot of the smartphone solves the problem. True, most often not for long.
What should I do? If you know which application is the problem, update it if possible, for example:
Alternatively, delete the application and install it again using the Play Market. We told you earlier how to properly remove applications.
MIUI 12 discharges quickly - will it always be like this now?
No not always . You will receive official fixes if your Xiaomi runs out of battery quickly due to the MIUI 12 . It is not known exactly when this will happen.
The developers are working hard to fix numerous optimization errors. Most of them are registered and are in the process of being worked out.
Why are there always so many problems with MIUI updates?
It seems so simply because the MIUI 12 created a lot of buzz in 2020.
New control and settings features, the status bar and notifications have become more convenient, the next level of smoothness of system animation, inspiring visual effects, improved protection of personal data and privacy, calendar, notes, security... All Xiaomi .
But due to COVID-19 restrictions, the company was unable to roll out updates on time - all deadlines were missed, the product was crude.
The situation stabilized only by the fall of 2020 . In October, most of the promised updates to MIUI 12 took place.
The result is good - there are few bugs, in general everyone is happy. But after two or three days of adapting the system and smartphone to the new platform, a number of models began to run wild on battery power .
History seems to be repeating itself, as with MIUI 11 . Last time Xiaomi had problems optimizing the update.
Then (in March) the company canceled the development of the 11th version, focusing on the next 12th generation of the platform. Now they promise to bring the matter to completion and correct all the shortcomings.
Malicious applications
If you installed an application from a third-party source and not from the Play Market, the application may be malicious and, among other things, cause your smartphone to drain quickly. Such an application needs to be found and deleted. An antivirus can also help you with this - install from the Play Market of your choice.
Launch your antivirus and scan your system.
What causes a Xiaomi phone to heat up?
Usually, Xiaomi phones get very hot due to improper use by users, because not all phones today are ready to run 20 programs in the background and play games at the same time.
In addition to this, there are several not so obvious reasons for overheating, namely:
- Use of non-original charging;
- Installation of malware;
- Long-term use of 3G/4G/5G;
- Long telephone connection.
Also, users of modern Xiaomi phones are faced with the fact that their gadgets get very hot while charging. This is already accepted as the norm, but you also need to “relax” your phone before charging it, and especially not use it while charging.
If Xiaomi does not charge and does not turn on
It happens that the device shows no signs of life at all. In this case, the indicator (if available) may light up. In the main cases this is:
- Problem with the motherboard or power controller;
- Deep discharge of the battery (this is possible even immediately after purchase, on the first day of use);
- Recharging your smartphone.
In the first case, an ordinary user cannot repair the device himself at home. In the event of a deep discharge of the battery, there is a chance. As a rule, this happens when the gadget is idle for a long time (for example, in a warehouse in a store), discharged in the cold, or the battery is severely worn out.
All you need is to connect the device to a stable current source for a long time (from 5 hours to 24).
- If you are using a native charger, first connect the cable to the phone, and then plug the adapter into the outlet;
- If you are using a non-original cable or charger, make sure that all elements are rated for 2 Amperes, 5V;
- Use the USB port of another device. If charging does not work from USB, try disconnecting all devices from other ports. If there is a USB input version 3 (blue), it is recommended to connect to it. If you are using a desktop computer to charge, connect to the ports located on the motherboard itself. They are usually located on the back side.
Chinese chargers from a cigarette lighter, power bank, radio and other devices will not help.
Recharging your smartphone
Some models of the Redmi and Mi line can turn off on their own when connected to the mains for a long time. This feature works to keep the device safe when charging beyond a certain time period.
In this case, the phone turns off completely for 30 minutes.
During this time, you should not press buttons, try to turn on or enter the phone in Fastboot or Recovery mode. Just wait.
Does a smartphone always run out of juice quickly due to MIUI 12?
In most cases this is the case. The user is simply inspired by innovations. He begins to carefully check the charge consumption, launch various new functions, and deploy old applications that have been “sleeping” for months and were not needed.
After updating MIUI 12, the phone suddenly runs out of battery quickly. Others (for example, on the forum) may be okay.
If your smartphone has been out of service for a couple of winters, then it’s time to replace the battery.
Lithium batteries tend to wear out. Over 2-3 years , they lose capacity by 30% or more .
Check the battery for wear
Increased battery wear is the main reason for increased battery consumption on Xiaomi . On Android, it is possible to determine the degree of degradation using this instruction.
The wear values you will receive are approximate. For an accurate test, the battery is removed. Engineers install it in professional equipment like the Canadian Cadex (we use these in production in Moscow).
If you recently changed the battery , this does not mean that it was of high quality. Every manufacturer faces defects. Even iPhones were discontinued in large quantities due to poor new batteries.
Apple executives , of course, were nervous then. We talked in detail about battery defects and how to avoid them here.
