We here at Inferse have seen and read about enough smartphone explosions under pillows, in purses, and on desks to know that device overheating is not just a scary rumor, but real. Some individuals have even been hurt by their smartphones that have exploded in car accidents – leaving them with second-degree burns that they’ll battle for the rest of their lives.
Such burns are unfortunate, but they serve as a powerful reminder that our smartphones aren’t just “toys,” but a combination of chemicals, build materials, operating systems, and software. The latest Snapdragon 810 fiasco with Qualcomm is a real-life case whereby consumers can be negatively affected by overheating processors.
The summertime with its hot temperatures in the high 90s and low 100s, particularly in the Southern, Southeastern, and Western US, brings another circumstance whereby smartphone batteries can explode. American vehicle manufacturer General Motors is looking to bring a smartphone cooling system to a new lineup of vehicles. The system, called Active Phone cooling, will blow cold air onto a smartphone while it sits on a shelf beneath the car dashboard.
The constant cool air will help the smartphone cool off so that it won’t overheat after sitting in the car for an hour or two, for example, while an individual shops in the mall (such a person may not carry his or her phone if the battery dies earlier in the day while they’re away from phone).
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- Linear damping telescopic clip: easy to adjust, pay attention! Suitable for all types of mobile phones with a width of "6 to 7.5 centimeters". NEVEIKIA mobile phone cooling can cool down when connected to a power source.（Attention: It is best to remove the phone case when using it for a better experience!）
- Quick cooling: Dual engine, cooling principle is the same as a refrigerator, not ordinary fan cooling. It can cool your phone in "3 to 5 seconds", avoiding overheating and ensuring a stable live streaming or gaming experience.
- Dual power supply design: supports powering the radiator through a mobile phone, and can also be connected to an external power source for use; When connected to an external power source, it can provide stable power to both the radiator and the phone, avoiding interruption of heat dissipation due to insufficient power during long-term use and ensuring continuous and stable heat dissipation performance.
- Silent engine cooling: The fan with dual silent design can effectively dissipate air from all directions, providing stronger cooling effect without interfering with your games or Vlog programs.
- Expanded cooling area: Approximately 2.82x1.29 inches of extreme thermal conductivity cooling area, covering the CPU and battery module, protecting your phone from blackening or sudden shutdown.
It’s incredible that, even in the tech-savvy age in which we live, battery technology hasn’t progressed as quickly as other technologies.
We still live on lithium-ion batteries that haven’t been updated much since the 1990s (about 25 years ago), and few manufacturers have advanced the fight with water-resistant batteries that will not explode due to overheating and other elemental impact.
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- ENHANCED HEATSINK FOR FASTER COOLING – Built with a larger internal heatsink (1 × 1 inch), this phone radiator delivers significantly improved heat dissipation compared to standard models. The aluminum alloy thermal core accelerates cooling efficiency, helping maintain stable device performance even during long gaming or streaming sessions.
- STRONG MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT & OPTIONAL STICKER SUPPORT – Designed with high-strength magnetic suction, this cooler securely attaches to the back of compatible devices. For phones or tablets without built-in magnets, it includes magnetic stickers to ensure firm attachment—especially useful during intense gaming or extended usage.
- DETACHABLE CLIP WITH CLOUD CONNECTION PORT – The adjustable clip-on arm expands up to 4 inches (10 cm) and now features an added port for connecting to a cloud gaming platform, making it easier to pair with gamepads or streaming accessories. Whether clipped or magnet-mounted, it offers a reliable hold on iPhone, Android, and tablet devices.
- 3 FAN SPEEDS WITH RGB TEMP DISPLAY – Offers three fan speed modes and a digital screen that displays real-time cooling temperature. The integrated RGB lighting reacts to temperature levels while maintaining low-noise operation, ensuring immersive gameplay, streaming, or calls without disturbance.
- PERFECT FOR GAMING, VIDEO CALLS, AND CREATIVE USE – Simply plug in the included Type-C cable to activate cooling. Whether gaming, broadcasting live, video conferencing, or vlogging, this compact cooler helps prevent thermal throttling and keeps your device cool and responsive throughout intensive use.
The new system will work with vehicles that are wireless charging-compatible, which means that a number of vehicles currently on the market won’t qualify. General Motors says that its 2016 Chevy Malibu, Chevy Cruze, Chevy Impala, and Chevrolet Volt series will all come with wireless charging and General Motors’ Active Phone cooling system.
Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and S6 edge with their in-built wireless charging capabilities are not only the best smartphones you can buy right now, but they’re also the best smartphones to prepare you for the new GM smartphone cooling system that will arrive in next year’s vehicles (2016).
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- 【20W Power Ultra-Fast Cooling】The wired magnetic phone cooler utilizes high-performance Peltier element (TEC) with high heat dissipation capacity, and its heat dissipation ability lowers the temperature of the main unit by about 95℉. NOTE: Connection to power supply required for use. Power must exceed 20W for optimal performance. Data cable not included in packag.
- 【Simple Control】The cell phone cooling fan has a built-in Type-C interface, just connect the power cord and it is ready to use. Switch between overclocking mode and silent mode with the click of a button. 12N strong magnetic force holds the phone firmly in place and prevents it from falling off.
- 【Compact and lightweight design】The Magnetic cell phone cooler weighs only 0.18 lb in a small size, leaving more space for hand operation and being without overheavy burden.
- 【Quiet Operation】This smartphone cooler adopts noise reduction design, and the operating noise in silent mode is only 30db, allowing you to play games or watch videos comfortably.
- 【Vertical Air Duct Design】The vertical air duct design of FunCooler 5 smartphone cooling fan focuses on the user's actual experience and innovative ergonomic design, which provides a comfortable grip and does not dissipate heat to the hand.
General Motors has also promised the market a fully electric-powered vehicle, dubbed the Chevy Bolt EV, in 2017 – and it’ll be interesting to see if the battery-powered vehicle will incorporate the new wireless charging AC system. With the Bolt EV’s expected park-and-retrieval voice command technology implementation, we’re sure the wireless cooling system will make its way to this futuristic vehicle as well.
Quick Recap
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- Rapid Cooling Down: It's the same refrigeration principle as the refrigerator, not the ordinary fan cooling，it can cool down your phone in few minutes to avoid overheat and ensure stabilize your live streaming or gaming experience.
- Universal Compatibility: This phone cooler provides two installation options – magnetic attachment and back clip fixation, making it perfect for most phone sizes. Whether you prefer the convenient magnetic snap-on or the sturdy back clip, it's designed to suit your needs.
- Wired USB-C Powered — Requires 15W+ Adapter for Peak Performance: This is a plug-in phone cooling fan, not wireless. For maximum 32°C cooling and fast frost, use a 5V/3A or 15W+ USB-C power adapter (not included) and a 3A-rated cable. The included 2A cable works for everyday cooling.
- Mute Engine Dissipation: Silent designing fan can efficiently emit wind from all sides, providing a stronger refrigeration effect, no disturbance to your gaming or your Vlog show.
- Large Cooling Area & Plug and Play: About 4.65 sq. Inches extreme thermal conductive cooling area to cover the CPU and battery module, protecting your phone from blackening or sudden shut-off. Use the C-type cable(included), plug and play.
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