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Short answer: A factory reset deletes almost everything on your device, including apps, settings, and personal data like photos and messages. However, it does not erase the firmware, Android or iOS, ...

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 ...

Troubleshooting should always begin with a device restart, and that’s true for even the best fitness trackers, like many of Fitbit’s products. However, it might be time for a factory reset if the ...

When it’s time to factory reset a computer, you’ve probably exhausted all your other reboot and repair options. After all, performing on a full-on factory reset isn’t exactly fun, but sometimes it’s ...

It's easy to forget about your old iPhone when you set up your shiny new one. But after you've signed in to all of your apps, transferred your photos and contacts over, and double-checked that your ...

To perform a hard reset on the Nook tablet, you first must access the Factory Reset screen. A factory reset, also known as a hard reset, deregisters your device with Amazon and wipes all data from the ...

Let us start with probably the simplest method of them all, we are going to factory reset your Dell laptop from Windows Settings. So, to do the same, follow the steps mentioned below. If you forgot ...

If your Samsung TV is experiencing difficulties during a factory reset, you’re not alone. This guide provides multiple methods to troubleshoot and resolve common issues that prevent a successful ...