The effects of very hot weather on smartphones range from reduced capacity and a diminished lifespan to short circuits and fire hazards.
Direct sun and hot weather can cause serious damage to smartphones and other electronic devices, experts warn.
The battery and display are likely to start deteriorating at temperatures above 35° Celsius, which can also cause the deformation of plastic parts in the casing, according to German inspection agency Tuev Rhineland.
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