The “Charging On Hold” message on an iPhone indicates that the device’s internal temperature has exceeded the normal operating range, causing the charging process to be temporarily paused for safety reasons. This is a feature built into iOS to protect the iPhone’s battery and internal components from damage due to overheating.
Some key points:
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iPhones are designed to operate best at temperatures between 0°C and 35°C. Exposing the iPhone to higher temperatures, such as leaving it in a hot car or using it for intensive tasks in direct sunlight, can cause the internal temperature to rise and trigger the “Charging On Hold” notification.
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When the iPhone detects the temperature is too high, it will automatically stop or slow down charging to prevent further heating and potential battery degradation. The message “Charging will resume when iPhone returns to normal temperature” is displayed.
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To resolve this issue, users should remove the iPhone from the heat source, turn it off, and let it cool down naturally. Removing the case, lowering the screen brightness, and avoiding intensive tasks can also help accelerate the cooling process.
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For iPhone 15 models limiting battery to 80% will also help in preventing any damage to battery.
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Specifically in Pakistan you might be experincing this alert because the average temperature in Pakistan in summers is above 35°C. Moving to a room with lower temperature e.g., where an air conditioner is instlled might help.
In summary, the “Charging On Hold” notification is a safety feature in iOS to protect the iPhone’s battery and components from heat-related damage. Allowing the iPhone to cool down is the recommended solution to resume normal charging.