iPhone SE 2nd Generation: A13 Chip getting hotter after going into an app
Fahrain
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User level: Level 1 (13 points)iPhone A## Chip getting hotter.
Posted on Sep 18, 2026 3:51 AM
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lobsterghost1
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User level: Level 10 (233,174 points)Sep 18, 2026 5:50 AM in response to Fahrain
Fahrain wrote:
iPhone SE 2nd Generation: A13 Chip getting hotter after going into an app
When you use an App, the battery has to work harder and when the battery works hard, it generates heat. But if your phone is getting too hot, it could be the start of the battery beginning it's natural decline to failure. Open Settings > Battery > Battery Health and see what the health is. If it is 80% or lower, your battery is failing and it's either time to pay Apple to replace the battery or maybe give serious consideration to trading the phone in for a new iPhone. Your phone is, after all, 6 years old at this point.
For battery replacement -- > Apple Service and Repair for iPhone Battery - Apple Support
For trade-in --> Apple Trade In - Apple
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256359593