Overheating from Android Auto? 8 easy fixes that effectively cooled off my phone

ZDNET tested eight practical fixes for Android Auto causing phone overheating. The tests involved adjusting screen brightness, disabling background apps, turning off Bluetooth, using airplane mode, closing unused apps, reducing audio volume, enabling thermal throttling, and restarting the device. Each fix was validated through real-world usage with multiple devices. The most effective solution was reducing screen brightness combined with closing background apps. These measures reduced temperature by up to 15 degrees Celsius. Builders and users can implement these steps to maintain device performance and prevent thermal shutdowns.