How to Protect Your Devices from the Cold Winter Temperatures
You probably know that your phone and tablet can overheat in the summer, but did you know that cold weather presents its own set of risks? Here’s 5 tips to help you keep your devices safe when temperatures drop.
Don’t use your phone or ipad when it’s freezing
Cold weather can cause screens and internal components to become more brittle and fragile, so dropping a phone or tablet could create more trouble in the winter than any other time of year.
Protect your device with an insulated case
Cold weather can make screens and internal components to become more brittle and fragile, so dropping your phone or tablet could create more trouble during the winter. Make sure you have a protective case on your device and don't take it off, especially when you're outside in the cold. If you're enjoying these beautiful sunny winter days outside, whether for work, hike or for ski adventures, invest in a thermal phone case that will help to insulate your phone against the cold.
Don't leave devices in your car
We all sometimes forget our phone or laptop bag in our car, but try extra hard not to do so during the winter months. Extended exposure to very cold temperatures can end up causing permanent damage to tech device components.
Keep your phone close to your body
If you're going to be outside for a while, it's best to keep your phone in a pocket so it can benefit from your body's warmth. If you need to make a call while outside, consider using a Bluetooth earpiece so you can keep your phone in your pocket where it's warm and sheltered.
Warm your devices to room temperature before use
If your phone or tablet is chilly from the cold outside temperatures, let it warm up to room temperature before using. You risk condensation forming inside the device if it heats up too quickly after coming inside from the cold.
If your device does get exposed to the winter chill and needs a checkup, don't worry. YRD Tech Experts are here to help you protect and support the tech you can't live without.
Your Repair Depot is a local electronics repair shop located in The Comox Valley and Nanaimo on the beautiful Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. We are a fast, friendly, and reliable repair services shop with the best technicians, parts and prices. We repair all models of iPhone, as well as iPod, iPad, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, most Android phones, tablets, laptops, and so much more!