Sometimes, our smartphones give us issues that a simple restart just can't fix. Other times, you may want to purchase a new phone and pass your old one to someone else. Both these scenarios would call ...

For mobile users, knowing how to wipe and take an Android device back to its factory default settings can be an essential skill. Not least of all because, as with any piece of software, Android isn’t ...

Sometimes smartphones or tablets tend to behave erratically or become unresponsive altogether. Often the best and also the simplest thing to do in such a scenario is to just restart the device. This ...

This guide is designed to show you how to reset your Samsung tablet. Whether you’re selling your old Galaxy Tab or giving it a fresh start, knowing how to reset it is crucial. A factory reset wipes ...

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There are several reasons why you may need to factory reset a locked Android smartphone. Whether you have the device with you but forgot the password or the device has been stolen and you need to wipe ...

Before you get too excited about your new phone, you need to prepare your old Android for selling or recycling without compromising your security in the process. The day has finally come! That new ...

Is your Android phone unresponsive and you've already tried several fixes to no avail? You might have to reset your phone to factory settings. There are several things that could affect the ...