Apple Se 2nd ge overheats when charging after 27.0 update. no connection possible.

sunstax · 2026-11-02T07:46:00+00:00

Apple SE gen 2 will not charge after IOS 27 update.When I put it on charger it circle with red lightning bolt flashes every 3 seconds then it gets so hot the temperature indicator light comes on. I tried new charger and same results.

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WheelieNick

Level 9 (74,110 points)

Nov 2, 2026 7:52 AM in response to sunstax

Let it cool down first! After please try this

Troubleshooting Steps (Once Completely Cooled)

Perform a Force Restart While Unplugged:
Once the phone is cold to the touch, attempt to break the crash loop by quickly pressing and releasing Volume Up, quickly pressing and releasing Volume Down, and then pressing and holding the Side Power Button for at least 15–20 seconds. If the battery has any residual power, it might force a fresh reboot. [1, 2]
Inspect and Clean the Charging Port:
Shine a light into the lightning port. Packets of compacted lint or a microscopic piece of debris can bridge the charging pins, causing high electrical resistance and rapid localized heat. Gently clean it out using a wooden toothpick or a clean, soft brush.
Use a High-Wattage MFi Charging Block:
You mentioned trying a new charger, but make sure you are testing with an official, high-quality Apple or MFi-certified 20W USB-C fast charging block. A generic or low-wattage brick will not provide the massive initial power spike required to revive a deeply depleted, post-update device.