Apple issues heat exposure warning for iPhone users as 'heatwave hits UK'

Following news that the UK is to be graced with a blindsiding 'mini heatwave' this week, Apple has issued a stark warning for iPhone users.

From today (Monday 24 June) until Thursday, parts of England are expected to hit staggering temperatures of around 31 degrees.

And as such, Brits have been issued a stark warning from the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, with elderly and vulnerable people warned to take extra care.

Is the UK set for a heatwave this week?

This week is set to see this year's hottest day so far, and we could well see heatwave conditions in parts of the UK.

Dan Rudman, a Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, said many places are set to reach the mid-20Cs.

Met Office meteorologist Liam Eslick told Sky News some areas could see highs of 31C on Thursday.

Temperatures are expected to peak at 31 degrees this week. (the_burtons/Getty)

As to whether we'll see a heatwave, it's currently too early to say.

Rudman said: "Some central and southern areas are likely to see temperatures approaching the values needed for heatwave conditions.

"Heatwave conditions need to remain in situ for three consecutive days, and by the beginning to middle of next week it is possible that some parts of the UK could be reaching heatwave thresholds.

“However, whether or not everyone experiences heatwave thresholds, the majority of the UK will experience the highest temperatures so far this year."

Apparently, this week's staggering temperatures could also have a damaging impact on our technological devices.

Important guidance you need to follow to protect your phone

That's right - according to Apple's support page, high temperatures can affect the way your iOS device behaves.

The heatwave could also affect your tech devices. (Getty/Manuel Breva Colmeiro)

In warmer weather, your phone overheating can have a number of long-lasting effects on your device's efficiency.

Not only can it permanently shorten your iPhone's battery life, but it can also temporarily disable a number of your device's features.

If your device gets too hot, charging could stop or slow down, the display could dim or go black, the camera flash might temporarily stop working, and the performance of some apps might be affected.

How do I stop my iPhone overheating in heatwave conditions?

Apple says iPhones will be fine operating between 0C and 35C, but there are some things you need to avoid doing if you want to stop your device from overheating.

iPhone users have been issued a stark warning. (Andy Mardo/Getty)

If you leave your phone in the car in a hot day, or leave it in direct sunlight for too long, then you could experience problems.

There are also some apps you might want to avoid using as the mercury rises.

Apple advises you don't use the following in hot conditions: GPS navigation in a car, graphics intensive game, and augmented-reality apps.

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