Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys have this problem? Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys... » Read More Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys have this problem? « Show Less
846594
I use whatever batteries I have lying around. The overheating ones were generics.
846595
I've had my Flip Ultra since early last fall, but today when I turned it on all I got was a flashing red light and thinking I might need new batteries, I replaced them The result was a blinking red light plus a very hot camera and hot batteries. I'm past the warranty, but don't know why I'd want to buy another if they only last for a few months. I'm waiting for a reply from customer support. Just got my reply by email. They requested some info and said they would send out a replacement authorization number. If they do so, I would give this little thing five stars.
846596
If I understand correctly, you are saying after you replace the batteries with two new batteries AND you run the unit for another long period of time, the unit will not overheat anymore?Let me try again when I get the replacement. (I contacted Flip and they offered a replacement. So, I requested a exchange from Amazon.)
846597
I guess all I'm saying is that I've used the camera quite a bit since then and probably replaced the batteries three or four times and haven't had the problem since.
525047
I had that problem once -- but it happened when my batteries were almost dead and the camera shut off on its own, and then began to overheat. I took out the batteries and haven't had that problem again.
846598
That is a great news. What battery do you use? Maybe the little guy doesn't like Duracell. Haha.
1960690
The base does get very hot because the heating element is basically boiling water while it's turned on. I keep my unit on a hard surface away from anything flamable just as a precaution. If the unit runs out of water the heating element will shut off on its own. I've had that happen a couple of times.
65198
My phone has gotten hot, but I don't think it is because it is in a case. I usually give it a rest. My last phone got hot A LOT... this one has only done it to me once and as someone else said, it is probably from heavy use. I shut off my phone and let it rest a bit and it cooled down quickly. If this is not an option, closing all the apps not in use and just letting it sit for a little would work too.
186552
Its been my experience that leaveing it plugged in after dark the charge likes to feed back through the carge controler and heat up why i dont know but it does i would reccomend unplugging it as soon as it gets daark just to be safe..it does get kinda hot!
1328130
Your phone shouldn't get that hot unless there's a problem with the battery... as long as the battery life itself is okay, if you can put up with the warm phone I don't think you necessarily need the extra battery. My factory battery gets very warm as well and it seemed to be affecting the battery life, so I bought this product. I've been using these batteries instead of my factory battery.
1164819
I have not had an issue with this unit overheating. I have taken it from NYC to London, to Sri Lanka to Malaysia, and no problems. It works fine and charges my phone over and over again before having to recharge the Universal External Unit.
386450
Nope. I usually put one four to five devices together, just the normal temp, no overheat. I have been using the charger for about two months, no issues.
683411
I am not sure that anyone could truly answer that question. It all depends on the battery. I think it might last about a hour on a full charged battery. I don't think there is any overheat problems. You can always buy extra batteries and simply plug one in after the other has gone out.
1231582
I suggest you contact the manufacturer. It may be possible the battery could overheat if kept plugged in 100% of the time.
777094
I could be an overheating issue.....when left in the on position for awhile it generates so much heat it turns itself off. I now have one that wont stay on more than 4 seconds on high and around 30 seconds on low..then the overheating sensor shuts if off. It seems once this happens it will always shut off instantly going forward.
1153624
I've had mine about 40 days. Everything is working fine, better than expected actually. Have charged both batteries twice with no issues. As stated earlier, the charger does get warm. Probably warm enough to 'burn off' dust if it has any. As an HVAC mechanic, I generally get calls in the fall for dust getting burned off ( particularly in gas units), and people think their house is on fire. Can't guarantee that's what you're experiencing, but that would be my first guess. If in doubt, send it back
2062399
It is not overheating. It has an automatic shut off feature that cycles in about 20 minutes to keep it from overheating if one falls asleep while using it. To get past that, just turn the unit off and then turn it right back on again. To get past the noise, listen to soothing music with a headset.
306976
Mine only seemed to run "hot" if I were on a phone call for an hour+, but definitely not when idle. I've used it to take pics throughout a 45+ minute event and didn't notice it getting hot then.... Is yours running hot all the time, or are you only noticing this as you're using it (i.e. while talking / texting)? Also make sure you close apps you aren't using at the moment (flick up to close) as open apps require battery life to drain, which could be causing a heat issue....
455754
I have not had any problem with over heating. However, my battery swelled and I notified JVC twice but they never responding back to my email.
2062400
i have no problem. A little bit make a noisy. YES, about 20 minutes overheats, i do like this. main switch turns off and then onand use.
1467639
it dors run hot. But ALL the batteries I have used for this phone run hot. It's the phone not the batteries. This battery only gave me 2 hrs more life.
179309
Hans, Nothing has burned out as yet. I pull batteries out of all equipment after using just to be safe. Also Hans, I use a battery tester before we charge after we charge to make sure all is in the green. Have a great day!