What to do if your phone's battery is dead: a step-by-step guide

A mobile battery can become deformed due to various reasons, such as misuse, manufacturing defect, impact or simply due to the end of its life. But what if the battery on the phone is bloated, and is it dangerous?

Battery bloat is often noticeable on phones with removable batteries, as you can see that the battery has grown when you look at it. In modern smartphones with non-removable cases, this can be recognized by a curved or convex back cover.

The reasons for the battery swelling can be different, one of the most frequent — natural wear and tear of the battery. However, there are other possible factors:

• Impact or damage to the battery case.
• Manufacturing defect.
• Extreme temperatures during device operation.

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Regardless of the cause, a swollen battery indicates a damaged battery and requires immediate action.

How dangerous is a swollen battery?

The battery inflates due to the gas accumulated inside, which is not only toxic, but also capable of causing an explosion or fire. Continued use of a smartphone with a damaged battery may cause gas leakage. It is impossible to predict the exact time when a battery will become dangerous, so you need to act quickly.

If the gas starts to escape, dangerous consequences such as flash or explosion are possible because it is flammable. An explosion can be caused by:

• An impact or a spark inside the device.
• Overheating during operation or charging.
• Temperature changes (for example, the phone is left in direct the sun).
• Pressure on the body of the gadget.

This can lead to fire or toxic gas poisoning of people or pets. In addition, prolonged swelling of the battery can damage other components of the phone.

What to do if the battery is swollen?

As soon as you notice a swelling of the battery, you should immediately stop using the smartphone. Turn it off and do not try to charge it or leave it in direct sunlight.

If you have a phone with a removable battery, it should be removed carefully and disposed of properly. For smartphones with a non-removable battery, you should contact a service center to replace the battery.

If immediate replacement is not possible, it is important to follow these rules:

• Avoid fully charging or discharging the phone.

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• Protect the device from impacts and pressure on the case.
• Do not expose the smartphone to temperature fluctuations.

Despite these measures, the safety of a damaged battery cannot be guaranteed, so it is worth replace the battery as soon as possible.