According to the report, an Apple Watch Series 7 user reported that their device overheated, started smoking and even exploded. 9to5mac. While the incident caused damage to the sofa, no injuries were reported. However, the owner of the device went to the hospital for fear of being contaminated with lead, which is unlikely.
When the user noticed that his smartwatch was hotter than usual, he noticed that the back of the product cracked. Also, watchOS warns of the need to turn off the device. The next day, the heat had cracked the device’s screen, it started smoking and then it exploded.
The smartwatch owner reported everything to Apple via phone service. The company said it would analyze the case, but did not make a statement about the explosion of the Apple Watch Series 7 or when it came in contact with the news. 9to5Mac.
What to do if Apple Watch overheats?
Apple Watch works perfectly in temperatures between 0°C and 35°C and can be stored between -20°C and 45°C. Ultra version can go up to 55o C. The device should not be exposed to the sun for a long time or placed in a car on hot days.
An increase in temperature can reduce battery life, extend charging time, dim the screen, and cause a lack of mobile phone connectivity that prevents making and answering phone calls.
Apple Watch displays a red thermometer to alert the user of a temperature outside the tolerated level. The device should be immediately removed from the wrist and disconnected from the charger. The device will turn off for a few seconds and then turn on again after the temperature drops.
Will my Apple Watch explode?
The reader need not worry. The ambient temperature at the time of the explosion of the device was around 20.HE A. Therefore, an Apple Watch is unlikely to explode, and it’s very rare for it to happen.
Source: Tec Mundo
