In Sheffield, Overheating in Sheffield is a real concern during hot summers, especially for devices left in direct sun at well-known spots like the Peace Gardens or the Winter Garden. Phones, laptops and tablets can slow down or shut down when temperatures spike, so residents from the City Centre to Meadowhall should monitor heat and protect their gear.

To prevent overheating, keep devices out of direct sun, remove heavy cases on hot days, close unused apps, and avoid charging in warm rooms or cars. If a device still gets hot, power it down and let it cool in a shaded, ventilated space before using it again.

If you’re in Sheffield and your device keeps overheating, local repair specialists can help. Repatch offers a fast, local pickup and return service: we can collect from your home or workplace and return it after a repair, often within 2 hours, so you can get back to using your phone, laptop or tablet around areas like the University of Sheffield campus, Kelham Island, the Devonshire Quarter, or Ecclesall Road.