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 ...

What happens when I factory reset my Google Pixel? A factory reset wipes all data from your phone and restores all settings to the default. This includes (but is not limited to) photos, videos, ...

The Google Nest Mini is both a decent smart speaker for casual listening and a low-cost anchor for any smart home. As with any gadget though, glitches sometimes get in the way. When this happens, ...

To factory reset a Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen), follow these steps: Locate the Microphone Switch: On the side of your device, you will find a microphone on/off switch. Flip this switch to the off ...

When it comes to security, no one likes to take chances. Factory resets are great because they completely wipe your Pixel, making it safe to sell or hand off to someone else without any of your ...

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 ...

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, ...

ChromeOS is a lightweight operating system that stores all data mainly in the cloud. There are hardly any locally stored files, with the exception of data from Android apps and Linux apps. These apps ...

If you're buying a used laptop or getting rid of your old one, you'll want to know how to factory reset it to erase all previous information and make it start like new again. Managing Editor Josh ...