Your phone is at risk of damage if the area you live in records this temperature
Could exposing your mobile phone to extreme cold lead to its complete loss? To answer this question and others, we must consider the temperature we need to protect it from and its immediate response. According to a study published in the Journal of Power, the battery and touchscreen are among the most affected parts. What should you do?
There are a variety of smartphones on the market, regardless of brand, that are susceptible to damage when exposed to temperatures below -20 degrees Celsius, as specified by their manufacturers. When these limits are exceeded, these devices often stop working completely to protect themselves or, in the worst case, suffer irreparable damage.
In extreme cases, it is common for users to notice changes in the most sensitive components, which are also the most important for the proper functioning of the device, such as decreased battery life and slower charging times.
According to a study published in the Journal of Power, the battery is one of the components most affected by temperature. When it's cold, the internal processes that power your phone slow down, reducing its ability to function.
On the other hand, according to ScienceDirect, "Modern smartphone batteries are equipped with software sensors that periodically report their status to the operating system, including, among other things, their temperature and health." Ideally, operating systems should respond well to battery failures and temperatures below the operating range.
Not only does this result in reduced energy efficiency, it also drains the battery faster, as these temperatures cause the battery to lose up to 50% of its original capacity.
Meanwhile, screens become slower and less functional because cold also affects them, albeit differently depending on the type of screen. A common feature, regardless of the technology, is that touch sensitivity can change, and may even become completely unresponsive.
In the case of LCD screens, cold temperatures can cause changes and, in extreme cases, even cause the display to stop working. Furthermore, these temperature changes can cause distortions, as there is a significant difference between the ambient temperature and the temperature in a hot area such as a pocket or backpack.
With these considerations in mind, the most popular smartphone brands have worked to manufacture devices that can withstand these types of harsh conditions to meet the needs of users.
Among these companies is HONOR, which launched the HONOR Magic7 Lite. This device "has reached the status of being the most durable mobile phone," thanks to being the first device in the industry to feature an ultra-large 6,600mAh battery with silicon carbon technology, "which ensures users can enjoy extended, worry-free use."
This cover features a protective layer that improves the smartphone's performance in high and low temperatures. It isolates the positive and negative electrodes, adding an extra layer of protection. This allows it to challenge the limits of many products on the market, thanks to its operating range, which allows it to withstand temperatures from -30°C to 55°C.
Moreover, it meets a vital user need: efficient touch performance, even in harsh situations. This is achieved thanks to its 6.78-inch OLED display with HONOR Wet Hand technology, which responds easily to touch even when the screen or your hands are wet.
If your phone has been exposed to freezing temperatures, you can return it to a warm place to allow it to return to normal temperature; you can also turn it off to prevent battery drain.