I’m not a tinfoil conspiracy theorist by any means, but smartphone data privacy has been on my mind for quite some time. You can never be sure enough when it comes to data security and privacy, and ...

When you tap delete on your Android phone, a file might disappear from your view. But it's not really gone. You've erased the index of that file, but the file itself is still in the phone's storage.

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 ...

Resetting your Android device to factory settings erases all data on the device and clears out unnecessary files. The reset process wipes all your information from it, including private data, messages ...

After the erasing process, set up your device and restore your backed-up data. If your device is frozen, enter recovery mode. Power it down, then hold Volume Down+Power. This article explains how to ...

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 ...

We know it may be a bit soon, but you will want to learn how to factory reset the Samsung Galaxy S24 at one point. Let’s walk you through the process. These steps work on all versions, including the ...

Have you just accidentally factory reset your Android phone, wiping away all your precious memories and important data. Photos of loved ones, crucial work documents, essential messages - all seemingly ...

With millions of Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Note10 Plus devices sold, it’s not a surprise that some users may encounter all sorts of problems. Although the Samsung Galaxy Note brand has generally been ...

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...

Whether you're upgrading to a new mobile device, selling or trading your Nexus 7 in for a new model or simply want to restore your device to its original settings, you can completely reset a Nexus 7 ...