With the last few weeks of summer vacation season still to go, many of us are heading off on trips to hot and sunny destinations , and bringing our electronic devices along.

But don't forget that phones, tablets and other electronics are vulnerable to extreme heat. Southern European nations like Spain, Italy and Greece have been baking under the sun, while forecasters have consistently issued heat advisories across the United States , particularly in the Southeast.

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Here's what device makers and experts say on keeping your electronics cool:

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