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[Q] Over Heating Issue

I am currently using a GNEX that is now almost 2 years old so i am due for a new phone. So far the Xperia Z is at the top of my list followed by the HTC One.
However there is one thing that bothers me about the Z. The overheating issues i have been hearing about.
To current Z owners. How bad is this issue and has Sony explained what is causing this and if they intend to fix it?

I don't think there is an overheating issue. The phone back gets a bit hot under certain conditions but never has it affected my use. I have a feeling it is due to the tight packaging of the phone and the use of glass which causes this, but I really isn't an issue. Don't let that scare you away from the phone.
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Yes, it is not a problem at all. Trust me. Also, I integrated the 3-phase thermal protection into my custom kernel and it works like a charm, keeping it cool all the time.

It does get warm rather quick but it is really only a warmth, not "hot". My old milestone 2 used to be permanently warm and quite hot when using it (especially internet use on 3g). My S2 was usually pretty cool, but got close to painfully hot when playing intensive games like modern combat. So far, the xperia Z hasn't got as hot as either of these phones for me.

The phone does get hot but only when using chrome so I'm sure its not an issue just a bug. I know that phones can get a little hot and I accept that but when I first experienced the heat coming from the top of the phone it was enough to worry me. I am however confident that it will be resolved so I'm not worried.

I really never heard that issue before...
Buy this and amaze
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To be exact there is no such thing in the XZ as overheating. At least I did not hear of "overheating". Some phones tend to get a bit warmer during intensive tasks, but not excessive.
BTW, the difference between a bit warm and overheating is that overheating is actually a thermal "shock" that would usually lead to a restart of your device, or a smoking device.

well mine gets hot when i use the screen a lot. System Tuner shows me that the cpu gets up to 49 degrees. I'm really thinking of buying Cooler Master 212 for the cpu I'm really concerned about the cpu life.

brutal_noise said:
well mine gets hot when i use the screen a lot. System Tuner shows me that the cpu gets up to 49 degrees. I'm really thinking of buying Cooler Master 212 for the cpu I'm really concerned about the cpu life.
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This phone will be worth about $10 by the time the CPU is affected!

hope so !

Hi,
Just thought i would let you know. I had my Xperia Z three weeks. On sunday it was on charge and my phone rang. I took it off charge and answered the call.
The screen was extremely hot then it cracked in my ear. There are a few others that i know of on sony forums who reported this issue but Sony are refusing to replace my phone saying its not a "manufacturing issue".
Im left without a phone and starting legal action against them.

anthvxne said:
Hi,
Just thought i would let you know. I had my Xperia Z three weeks. On sunday it was on charge and my phone rang. I took it off charge and answered the call.
The screen was extremely hot then it cracked in my ear. There are a few others that i know of on sony forums who reported this issue but Sony are refusing to replace my phone saying its not a "manufacturing issue".
Im left without a phone and starting legal action against them.
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Really? Please let us know if you get anything from Sony in the lawsuit.

I also happen To have this issue, my phone gets got to the point it hurts my skin! I even use a case and the case gets really hot too

When i play S.surfers for about 45 minutes I see that the game doesn't run smoothly.Eventually the display also becomes warmer and that results that the display does not respond properly on my fingers.

mikii100297 said:
I also happen To have this issue, my phone gets got to the point it hurts my skin! I even use a case and the case gets really hot too
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with the latest firmware (.244) the phone runs even cooler than with the previous firmware (.423). Also, intensive games lag less.

alnikki25k said:
Yes, it is not a problem at all. Trust me. Also, I integrated the 3-phase thermal protection into my custom kernel and it works like a charm, keeping it cool all the time.
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give me that kernel i am on now 4.4.4 stock my phone heat so much

[Q] Buying Xperia Z1

So i'm going to buy the Xperia Z1 , but im scared that it heats up and it would have heating problems and other problems . should i go for it or not?
THANKS

Go for it, almost all the problems was solved with the FW .136 Update and with KitKat it will be much better. BTW there is no any Perfect phone on the market, all of them have + and -.

so heat problems were proved to be software problems? what about touchscreen . im afraid because in my country if it has minor problems like this ( They consider it minor ) they dont trade it for me. and why your phone is back to sony center @eclyptos ?
THANKS!

M7ammad said:
so heat problems were proved to be software problems? what about touchscreen . im afraid because in my country if it has minor problems like this ( They consider it minor ) they dont trade it for me. and why your phone is back to sony center @eclyptos ?
THANKS!
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Yes, problem was solved by Software. I sent back my phone to Sony Center via warranty for Touch Screen issues but that was before the FW .136 was released. Many reported they do not have problem with the Touch Screen anymore after update to .136. So in few days my phone will be back and I will check what exactly they did, replaced the Touch Screen or just Updated the FW to .136.

M7ammad said:
So i'm going to buy the Xperia Z1 , but im scared that it heats up and it would have heating problems and other problems . should i go for it or not?
THANKS
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I have my z1 for two month, sometimes I play asphalt 8 for two hours, the phone does warmup ofcourse it's no light game, but it's still comfortable to hold, defenetly not OVERHEAT.
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M7ammad said:
So i'm going to buy the Xperia Z1 , but im scared that it heats up and it would have heating problems and other problems . should i go for it or not?
THANKS
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Every phone heats up if you run something heavy.. On normal usage I never experienced any heating up
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So should i go for it ?? please answer me like if it is really worth because if i get a bad phone i wont be buying another one for at least two years

M7ammad said:
So should i go for it ?? please answer me like if it is really worth because if i get a bad phone i wont be buying another one for at least two years
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It's an amazing device and probably the best one out there.
Do bare in mind that a lot of new devices are being released in March (after MWC) and new features as well an next generation CPU and GPU's will be implemented, so if you do have the money and don't mind waiting, maybe it is worth holding off till then.
Z1 has amazing performance, is waterproof and the camera can take astonishing pictures.
The screen has vibrant colors but the viewing angles are not great ( could be a no no for some). The external speaker is also a disappointment as it has waterproofing membranes.
I would advise you to read reviews online and see if that's the device for you. Other phones to consider would include (LG G2, Nexus 5, HTC One, Oppo Find 5,SGSIV, Note 3 etc). None of the devices available in the market is perfect, so you just have to choose the one that suits your usage best.
I have quite a few Z1 videos on my YouTube channel so if you have time, come and check them out.
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLVYZ9W70saVW6-oStvWb0gFur7yZHGxN

Thanks all

If you looking over portability then go for Z1 Compact, if not then go for it...
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Go for it!
it`s awesome at performance i had not really heating problems with OC and hard gaming like gta for hours
Of course it gets hot like every phone would at this specs but not that hot in my opinion at least.

Xperia ZR ! Should I go for it ?

Hi !
I'm looking to replace my dead Xperia S with a more "tough" phone. I almost bought an Xperia SP, successor of the S, changed the decision at the last minute as the SP users told me about how bad its camera is.
So, is there any deal breakers like a bad camera or something like that for ZR ?
I heard a lot of complaints about a loose micro usb port, is that a majour concern ?
Thanks !
Happy Easter BTW

No replies !
That means I should get it ?
I'm getting a phone today and the choices for me are Xperia ZR, SGS 4, SGS 4 mini, Lg L90, Moto X, BB Z10.
I'm looking for a tough phone with a good camera and a decent battery backup.

x.marX said:
No replies !
That means I should get it ?
I'm getting a phone today and the choices for me are Xperia ZR, SGS 4, SGS 4 mini, Lg L90, Moto X, BB Z10.
I'm looking for a tough phone with a good camera and a decent battery backup.
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I am user of Xperia ZR C5502.far better than Xperia SP.ZR has better camera,sound and battery other than that it is dust and water resistance.

Well I can say that i am very happy with my xperia zr. I would recommend it anyone who asks. Its very good for tough use, i actually dropped mine a couple of times but no major damage or scratches. Tried taking pictures while in the pool and it was really clear and nothing happened to the phone. Although the screen is unresponsive when wet, Hence the need to put a shutter button on the side. Try watching video reviews on the phones you are interested in then make a decision from which function and features you really need. In the end it all depends on what you want. Goodluck! Hope you become a xperia zr user soon!
Ps. Xperia zr is getting an update at the month of may. So its also something to look forward to.
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I am a ZR user from almost an year now (i bought mine when it was fresh out on the stores) I could say if you clean the flaps you wont have any problems at all.Some people where complaining from a BT problems but maybe they cant handle the options (no problems for me).Since the price is low now you can go for it its a deal

bad front camera.

I m using xperia zr from 6months and its working great 100% water resistance washing my phone in every 3-4 day picture quality is gud , fast .camera is not that gud compare to samsung note2 otherwise its a vert gud phone in 27k

i have it since middle 2013 and it works like a charm
very fast,very good battery,strong,water prof,acceptable price
recommend it

Nothing extraordinary!
well, the camera is nice in well-lit conditions. But the performance is poor in low light.
Secondly, the internal memory is too low, but that shouldn't make a difference if you are thinking to root the device.

Thanks guys for the replies but I got a ZR in the mean time.
Its fast but after using good quality ips monitor, the screen of zr is underwhelming. The LG L90 demo unit had a better looking screen in terms of colour and contrast.
But yeah, the ZR is a good alrounder !
btw, I have an OTA update notification, 10.3.1.A.2.67. Should I go ahead and update it ?
Or is there any download link for an Indian version of that firmware ?6

if your phone is working good, then don't update. stock 4.3 has been terrible for me. pretty much every voice recording app broke (facebook, viber, audio messaging).
i'm hoping kitkat update in may will fix it.

Even i am looking forward to buy Xperia ZR but it seems in INdia there are no stocks in the shops and they say the production has stopped...and i read that there were heating issues.....this is bothering me..... so if the users of Xperia ZR confirm that the phones is worth buying and there are no such issues then i will go for it...and i intend to keep this phone for another 4 years...so any views?

dont worry about heating
I got a ZR over a month ago. I am very happy with it. There is no need to worry about heating issues.
I live in hyderabad where the temperature is very high (i wont say it's the highest in the world). When I play games for more than 30 minutes i had felt the device getting heated up - I just wipe it with cold water or pour a bit of cold water and it cools down - it is a waterproof phone after all.
The only drawback of the phone is the front camera (0.3 mega pixel) . But i never use video calling so that's fine with me.

JimSocks said:
if your phone is working good, then don't update. stock 4.3 has been terrible for me. pretty much every voice recording app broke (facebook, viber, audio messaging).
i'm hoping kitkat update in may will fix it.
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Thanks for the reply.
:good:
UPDATE: I put my phone in the water :silly: and now its sitting in the service center at the moment. Its been two weeks and they are saying they need to get a confirmation from their HQ to replace it under the Accident Cover Insurance (promo offer from Sony).

x.marX said:
Thanks for the reply.
:good:
UPDATE: I put my phone in the water :silly: and now its sitting in the service center at the moment. Its been two weeks and they are saying they need to get a confirmation from their HQ to replace it under the Accident Cover Insurance (promo offer from Sony).
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were the flaps closed properly ? (those that cover micro usb port and headset jack)

ajeesh.m said:
were the flaps closed properly ? (those that cover micro usb port and headset jack)
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Yes, It was but the back got torn off and water entered the insides quite easily.
Sorry for not updating the thread !
I got the mobile replaced under the Sony Accidental Care insurance program :good:
Aaand they updated the new phone with the latest software from Sony

[Q] anyone experiencing overheat on new firmware. 238

Hi all
After installing the new firmware my telephone overheats, it begins to lag in games like Knights of pen and paper. Rayman always have small glitches.
Anyone else having this?
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I'm on XP .227 and having overheating issues while using the camera. During games it's pretty fine.
But when recording for like 2 minutes the camera just shuts down due to overheating? Not really sure if it's the same bug. The front is pretty hot, the back is less hot.
Do you have any troubles while using the camera?

I've recorded 20 minutes straight, have never had overheating.
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ArnoudAR155 said:
I'm on XP .227 and having overheating issues while using the camera. During games it's pretty fine.
But when recording for like 2 minutes the camera just shuts down due to overheating? Not really sure if it's the same bug. The front is pretty hot, the back is less hot.
Do you have any troubles while using the camera?
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I don't have problems so far with the camera, have not yet been recording video, but I will try that out asap.
Another annoying thing is the touchscreen, sometimes it goes crazy and register my fingers way off...maybe software related.
I would rather wait another month or two and get a brilliant phone..
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HellRoot said:
I don't have problems so far with the camera, have not yet been recording video, but I will try that out asap.
Another annoying thing is the touchscreen, sometimes it goes crazy and register my fingers way off...maybe software related.
I would rather wait another month or two and get a brilliant phone..
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oh the touch screen drives me crazy, the Z series didn't have this problem! typing is so difficult on this phone it is a joke, I guess I can hold out for another update until they fix this or I sell this phone

asyyy said:
oh the touch screen drives me crazy, the Z series didn't have this problem! typing is so difficult on this phone it is a joke, I guess I can hold out for another update until they fix this or I sell this phone
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Mine doesn't have this problem, might be the screen and not software.
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asyyy said:
oh the touch screen drives me crazy, the Z series didn't have this problem! typing is so difficult on this phone it is a joke, I guess I can hold out for another update until they fix this or I sell this phone
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Yeah me too.. and i probably won't buy a phone with qualcomm CPU in the future
The SD820 is even worse than SD801
I can't even play hitman go while listening to music, it laags like hell.
This should be the fastest processor on the market...
Mine gets hot, battery lasts like the z3. Probably my last Sony phone also, I have had Sony since the arc.
I am disappointed
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I have recently updated to the. 238 and the camera doesn't heat up much as before. Gets warm, but not hot.
My main issue is stamina mode has been ruined and instead of my regular 54hrs at 100% battery, I now get 27hrs with the. 238.
Battery to me is everything, thats why i was very happy with my Sony Xperia x performance.
But not anymore.
Also i just checked, my batt was at 70% i tried turning off stamina mode to see how much the change would be, ONE HOUR difference with stamina mode on!
ONE!
VERY ANNOYED!

I got my X performance yesterday....
Immediately I updated it to 35.0.A.1.238 firmware... and did a factory reset
after startup, I noticed the phone heating up slowly to a point where it felt uncomfortable to hold in hand...
so it stopped all restoration from my old xperia, turned off the wifi and everything and put in on charging in Stamina mode....
after 2hrs the phone was good ...no over heating & then continued with the rest of the process...
so all is well now...
any ways, as i did a factory rest I have lost all the pre-loaded Music, Video & wallpapers....
can any having those pre-loaded things, please share with me....
would really appreciate it......

How to fix xperia Z3+ heating issue

I just bought a new z3+ . when I playing games the temperature touches 70c .please help me to fix over heating issue

What version of android do you have? If it is 5.0 use Xperia Companion and update it to Marshmallow (Android 6). The heat problem is less on this version

There is sadly no solution. However its a great phone if you dont play games or use hd-videos.

70° !!!! This is too much bro.. I always play some games or gta san in max settings
And maximum temperature is between 45° - 48°
did not reach 50° or more

IbrahimNayt said:
70° !!!! This is too much bro.. I always play some games or gta san in max settings
And maximum temperature is between 45° - 48°
did not reach 50° or more
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Lucky you, my Xperia Z3+ got to a point where I could not use it longer than 10 minutes without the overheating message pop-up. I sent it in because the Customer Support operator said they'll be able to fix the overheating issue (doubt it).

fabchan said:
Lucky you, my Xperia Z3+ got to a point where I could not use it longer than 10 minutes without the overheating message pop-up. I sent it in because the Customer Support operator said they'll be able to fix the overheating issue (doubt it).
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loooooooooooooooooooooooool fix looooooooooooooooool,is this a joke?heat and battery are not fixable but i know ways to make them better:flash this in twrp:https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591000424960536
and install kernel adiutor app and put big core(s)on 768 and little cores on 960 and gpu on 390 and done

I flash Nougat with flashtool and no problems. Its less heat than on marshmallow.

Yes.. If anybody have issue with nougat ,repair using sony PC companion

pou_gh2 said:
loooooooooooooooooooooooool fix looooooooooooooooool,is this a joke?heat and battery are not fixable but i know ways to make them better:flash this in twrp:
and install kernel adiutor app and put big core(s)on 768 and little cores on 960 and gpu on 390 and done
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The phone is just 1 month old... we'll see what solution Sony came up with after I get the phone back.
I'll keep in mind the advice to flash the phone, thanks for the heads up and the links.

fabchan said:
The phone is just 1 month old... we'll see what solution Sony came up with after I get the phone back.
I'll keep in mind the advice to flash the phone, thanks for the heads up and the links.
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your welcome,i hope the best for you

So any news? my Z3+ max temp is 61°.
Kinda expected it to get hot when gaming, but im curious to get it cooler.

foxsevent said:
So any news? my Z3+ max temp is 61°.
Kinda expected it to get hot when gaming, but im curious to get it cooler.
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If you wish for your phone not to overheat and play on it at the same time. I'd suggest playing the game while submerging the phone under water :laugh::laugh:

AJMeisterXD said:
If you wish for your phone not to overheat and play on it at the same time. I'd suggest playing the game while submerging the phone under water :laugh::laugh:
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Would try that, but sadly no seller not even Sony themselves here give warranty for water damage, despite the phone being promoted as water proof.
So if i was unlucky and some water did get in, i would be screwed.

pou_gh2 said:
loooooooooooooooooooooooool fix looooooooooooooooool,is this a joke?heat and battery are not fixable but i know ways to make them better:flash this in twrp:https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591000424960536
and install kernel adiutor app and put big core(s)on 768 and little cores on 960 and gpu on 390 and done
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Will this work, this for Z5?

foxsevent said:
Would try that, but sadly no seller not even Sony themselves here give warranty for water damage, despite the phone being promoted as water proof.
So if i was unlucky and some water did get in, i would be screwed.
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You are already screwed. You should have read through the forums here on this piece of sh*t phone before you bought it. It has been out two years, now. I unfortunately bought it when it first came out, so eager to have the newest and best I bought it months before available in the US, international version "NO WARRANTY." I learned my lesson. Sony has all but turned their backs on this one. It's even hard to find any mention of it on Sony's website..

davisml said:
You are already screwed. You should have read through the forums here on this piece of sh*t phone before you bought it. It has been out two years, now. I unfortunately bought it when it first came out, so eager to have the newest and best I bought it months before available in the US, international version "NO WARRANTY." I learned my lesson. Sony has all but turned their backs on this one. It's even hard to find any mention of it on Sony's website..
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I would've been screwed but luck favored me, I sent my Z3+ back to seller for warranty due to the overheating and white spots on screen that appeared some time ago, the seller couldn't fix it nor could he replace it so he gave me my money back, a win in my book.
I used this to buy a new phone something recommended to me Xiaomi Redmi 4 pro, half the price of Z3+ but similar specs, so far way more satisfied with it the with Z3+.
Give the brand a check, it's Chinese but they're good.

Good for you to take your money back, but make no mistake, Sony are way superior than Xiaomi (2 previous mobiles where xiaomi!)

AntwnisGr said:
Good for you to take your money back, but make no mistake, Sony are way superior than Xiaomi (2 previous mobiles where xiaomi!)
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Probably if we're talking top performance, like Z5 or other, but when comparing to Z3+ my Xiaomi is better, Z3+ would get around 10k more points in antutu, but when the overheating kicks in that score drops drastically and it heavily affects games with lower FPS and longer load times, my Xiaomi is doesn't have that heating issue so it offers smooth albite slower performance, and i did the same mistake as you, like a kid i wanted a smartphone from the top shelf but not too expensive so i got Z3+, only after suffering it i learned what i needed from my android and a mid-range phone like Xiaomi Redmi 4 Pro suits me perfectly.
Plus the battery last nearly twice as long then the one in Z3+ even thou Z+3 has 1100amp less

I agree for the battery, ok. Antutu is pointless to compare. With xiaomi you have to set up, root, rom etc with bugs all the time that come up after 1 month usually, so you have to "refresh" it regularly - trust me you will have to deal with it. Sony has bugs too but not for all users and - usually - Sony fixes them. Anyway, i hope you enjoy your phone! I had iNewV3, Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 and 4 but i feel than with Sony i feel more confident!

pou_gh2 said:
loooooooooooooooooooooooool fix looooooooooooooooool,is this a joke?heat and battery are not fixable but i know ways to make them better:flash this in twrp:https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591000424960536
and install kernel adiutor app and put big core(s)on 768 and little cores on 960 and gpu on 390 and done
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dont try this in custom roms; u will fak ur cpus