The day has finally come! That new phone you’ve been so excited about has arrived and you can’t wait to get started learning about all the new features at your fingertips. (You’re definitely going to ...

Have you locked yourself out of your Samsung phone and forgotten your password? Don't panic! There are several ways to factory reset your Samsung phone even if you can't access the settings menu. This ...

When you operate your phone, it stores bits of data from the apps and features you use to help them run more smoothly. Over time, this data can pile up and cause multiple issues on your phone, ...

I thought that I had my phone factory reset process down to an art, thanks to the frequency with which I reset and send back review devices. But recently I had to reset an older device — and just ...

Ben Khalesi writes about where artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and everyday technology intersect for Android Police. With a background in AI and Data Science, he’s great at turning geek speak ...

Factory Reset Vs Phone Cleaning Apps Benefits: Smartphones slow down over time due to clutter and app overload. A factory reset restores the device’s original performance by wiping everything, while ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

Factory resetting your phone can often be a powerful tool for resolving various issues, but it is not a universal solution that guarantees the fix of all problems. Here’s a detailed look at when a ...

My phone was lagging badly, but I didn’t want to factory reset it. A few targeted tweaks later, it felt fast again—no data wipe required.

In this guide, we will walk you through the complete process on how to effectively factory reset an Android phone. This process is essential if you’re planning to sell your smartphone or if you’re ...

Are you getting ready to upgrade to a new Android smartphone? Are you having issues with your current Android smartphone? Those are two good reasons to wipe or factory reset your smartphone. And ...