Mine gets pretty hot when charging. Will that be a problem?
239672
Yes, I had one that actually melted the plastic around the power input. I called them and they replaced it free of charge.
239673
If your asking about a phone getting too hot in the cradle, I dont suspect that would be an issue. I really like mine and currently use it with a galaxy note 3. I currently will get a bar of 4g just about everywhere where I would only get 3g otherwise, And I get full bars(4) where I used to only get 2-3. Keep in mind that the phone has to stay in the cradle to get the antenna boost. So you may want to invest in a bluetooth headset to get the most out of using the booster. Also, I switched phones during my use of this, and I am glad I kept the extra "wings" that come with it to fit additional phones. If your asking about a phone getting too hot in the cradle, I dont suspect that would be an issue. I really like mine and currently use it with a galaxy note 3. I currently will get a bar of 4g just about everywhere where I would only get 3g otherwise, And I get full bars(4) where I used to only get 2-3. Keep in mind that the phone has to stay in the cradle to get the antenna boost. So you may want to invest in a bluetooth headset to get the most out of using the booster. Also, I switched phones during my use of this, and I am glad I kept the extra "wings" that come with it to fit... » Read More If your asking about a phone getting too hot in the cradle, I dont suspect that would be an issue. I really like mine and currently use it with a galaxy note 3. I currently will get a bar of 4g just about everywhere where I would only get 3g otherwise, And I get full bars(4) where I used to only get 2-3. Keep in mind that the phone has to stay in the cradle to get the antenna boost. So you may want to invest in a bluetooth headset to get the most out of using the booster. Also, I switched phones during my use of this, and I am glad I kept the extra "wings" that come with it to fit additional phones. « Show Less
239674
That is a normal function when powered up . Mine does the same when powered up.
1643692
Nah, it is just drawing the amprage needed to charge. It shouldn't get much hotter than that... If it starts to Burn to the touch there may be a defect in the product. But hot to the touch just don't lay on it for long periods of time or anything.
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This is a extended life battery. It hasn't appeared to get hot with me. Getting hot is one of the items that are listed for return or replacement. Anker will replace the battery. If it continues to get hot, after a replacement is installed, then something could possibly be going bad in the power adaptor or laptop. Unfortunately, the only way to verify if battery is working, is it will tell you in windows that the battery is charging at so much percentage. Anker can be contacted directly for troubleshooting issues. Anker is good people. I used them and they were excellent! I would get a replacement first and see if that clears up the issue. If it is the battery, this problem should go away. It is not unusual for batteries to get warm, but It should never be hot to the touch. Directions that came with your first battery, should mention about battery getting to warm. Hope this helps. Feel free to write again. Have a Blessed day.
115119
Check on the battery occassionally while it's charging. Some times if the battery is to old, it will overheat and melt itself to the charger. I had it happen. If it hasn't been charged in quite awhile, the hot pack signal will come on. I took the battery out and let it sit for awhile. Put in back in the charger the next day and it fully charged.
2096029
mine has gotten quite warm. I don't use it longer than necessary - only in emergencies, not as a substitute for a regular charge. I'd be careful where you place it while charging.
1486246
Mine doesn't overheat but it doesn't completely charge the batteries. I quit using it and bought 2 more of the type of chargers that come with tools.
414282
Mine does not. I use it frequently with various devices and it has never got hot. Even when I have left something charging overnight.
2192574
I think it depends on the charger that you use, but from time to time it will get hot, but not hot enough and often enough that I worry about it. Gets the same temperature when I charge my Nexus 4, Nexus 7, or Nokia Lumia 920 that have Qi built-in.
710801
I never had a problem with it charging. Might be a defective device. It happens with mass produced products.
1032669
Due to the compact design and relatively high charging current, batteries can become toasty hot _if_ the BCG34HRE missed termination signal (negative dV/dt) - especially with the charger cover closed. I did an experiment by charging four nearly full Rayovac 4.0 Hybrid AA cells together (this is to force the worst-case scenario where all batteries are being over-charged), and measured the cell temperature with an infrared thermometer. The highest temperature recorded was 62 degree C, which is too hot to hold for most people, but not high enough to cause a meltdown. Note that this will NOT happen if you recharge partially exhausted cells (because then the charger can terminate correctly by detecting negative dV/dt). But to be safe, I recommend charging with the cover open or removed.
1319912
I bought this charger and it gets hot too, I feared that the cable could be damaged from heat, so I stopped using it for phone charging and contacted customer support.
414286
It should not get overly heated. It may be warm to the touch. If you are charging two items at once and the device is very hot, gingerly & lightly touch each of the devices as you would a hot light bulb or kitchen pot. The hottest device is the culprit. Check the design/specifications of this device to ensure it is not exceeding the capabilities of the portable charger. To be safe, you perhaps will have to get a different, more powerful charger($$) for that device, preferably one with a fuse.
146068
I've never had any issues with mine. If I'm not mistaken it stops charging once it's fully charged!
672471
Mine has never has done that. I noticed it gets very hot in use. I would call the manufacturer or check on their support page.
894575
Lucky for you. I only used mine once. It got so hot I was afraid it would damage my phone. Send it back and get a refund. Not worth ruining a phone.
148321
When just charging it is ok but if you are using the laptop and plugged in then yes it gets hot, so does the laptop!!
374863
No, it shouldn't be so hot as to cause worry. Mine just gets warm after a while