# Why CarPlay and Android Auto Overheat Your Phone and How to Keep It Cool

Wired explains that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can make phones run hot because of navigation, screen use, charging, and wireless connections. It offers practical steps to reduce heat and prevent slowdowns or battery strain while driving.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Wired](https://www.wired.com/story/apple-carplay-and-android-auto-make-your-phone-hot-heres-how-to-keep-it-cool/) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 10:15:00 +0000