Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

April 27, 2025

Firefighters Reveal the Worst Place to Keep Your Phone

10. In Your Glove Compartment

Extreme temperatures—hot or cold—inside a car’s glove compartment can wreak havoc on phones
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Extreme temperatures—hot or cold—inside a car’s glove compartment can wreak havoc on phones. Heat may lead to battery leaks or data corruption, while cold conditions can cause screen issues or device shutdowns. Firefighters recommend keeping phones out of such environments to avoid damage.