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How to use a smartphone properly in cold temperatures?
It’s hard to imagine a modern man without a phone. As street temperatures drop, smartphone owners may face problems with their devices.
The smart device freezes or shuts down from time to time. We will tell you what causes it and how to use your smartphone properly in the cold.
Causes of smartphones turning off in the cold
Most smartphone manuals have a warning that the device can operate normally at temperatures above 0 ° C (Celsius) and between 25-35 ° C. Staying below zero for more than 5-10 minutes can cause the smartphone to shut down or not work at all.
This happens for the following reasons:
• Cold causes the device battery to malfunction. Smartphones are equipped with lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries, which slow down the exchange of ions at low temperatures. Battery capacity is reduced by half, so the device can discharge faster in cold weather. Difficulty charging the battery is one of the main reasons why the smartphone turns off. At about -10 ° C, the operation of the device is disrupted. Lithium-polymer (Li-Po) batteries may be more resistant to cold, but they are relatively less common;
• Low temperatures also affect the smartphone screen. The pixels are displayed slowly and the animation is completely erased. The liquid crystal display may fail at -1 ° C. The display in AMOLED (https://t.me/gsmgurus_FAQ/451) technology is more resistant to cold, but it is mainly used in flagship smartphones.
• Another reason for the smartphone to temporarily fail may be the touch screen (touch screen). The protective glass freezes quickly and the tachskrin does not respond to finger touches.
The material of the smartphone body also plays an important role. The plastic body retains heat longer, while the aluminum and glass freeze in minutes.
Is it possible to prevent smartphone-related problems in the cold season?
Yes, it is possible. To do this, you need to know the following rules:
1. Use your smartphone in a case and / or carry it in your inner pocket. Such heating protects it from rapid freezing. The human body is the only suitable heat source for the device in the cold season.
2. During a conversation for up to five minutes in the cold, the device may not freeze. For long conversations, use a headset that allows you to keep your phone in your pocket.
How to turn on a smartphone that has been turned off in the cold
To prolong the life of your smartphone, it is important to turn it on properly after turning it off in the cold. Do not try to do this as soon as you enter a hot room, and also do not heat near (over) the heating coil. The sudden transition from cold to heat causes condensation to form on the smartphone body. As a result, you have to take your smartphone to the master.
After you enter the room, it’s a good idea to leave your smartphone in the inside pocket of your outerwear for half an hour before turning on the device. If possible, remove the battery and set it aside. It is not recommended to charge the smartphone immediately. Wait until the device has warmed up to at least 5-6 ° C (until it adapts to room temperature).
Q: Have you had any of the above or other problems when using your smartphone in cold temperatures?
Does your smartphone's manual contain information about its operating temperature?