Climate change could affect your gadgets.
Global Warming 101 | National Geographic
As unprecedented heat waves continue to batter parts of the country, keep in mind that your electronics are taking just as much of a hit as your body temperature. But there are things you can do to keep your gadgets running this summer, experts say.
“Protecting your cell phone from extreme heat is important for the proper functioning of your device and the lifespan of your battery,” Jason Fladhammer, director of quality assurance at Batteries Plus, told Lifewire in an email interview. “Avoid excessive sun exposure and don’t leave your phone in hot vehicles or on the patio on a hot day.”
Temperatures are rising all over the world. A new temperature record of 130 degrees was recently set in Death Valley, California. According to professors at the College of Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, many electronics are designed to withstand temperatures of up to 176 degrees Fahrenheit, but the generally recommended temperature limit is 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
