How to Factory Reset a Samsung Smartphone
Photo: Florence Ion / Gizmodo It’s finally time to say goodbye to your trusty Samsung smartphone. But before you do, don’t forget to remove all that data. You’ll need to…
How to Factory Reset an iPad
Photo: Phillip Tracy / Gizmodo Just as restarting and resetting an iPad works, factory resetting also helps when you run into issues or are simply looking to sell or trade-in…
How to Reset an iPad
If you want your iPad to go back to looking the way it did when you first got it, you can reset its settings to default without losing your data.…
How to factory reset an HP laptop to start fresh or for resale
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…
How to factory reset a Nintendo Switch (and Switch OLED)
The Nintendo Switch actually offers multiple levels of intensity and style when you factory reset its firmware, a process also known as a ‘hard reset’. Doing so is a great…
How to factory reset your Google Nest Hub
Factory resetting your Google Nest Hub isn’t something you’ll do very often. In fact, most people will probably never encounter a reason to reset their Nest Hub. But if you’re…
How to factory reset an Apple iPhone and clear all your data
Resetting an iPhone can alleviate software woes and wipe personal data. Here’s how to factory reset an iPhone whenever you need to.
How to wipe your Android phone or tablet properly
Looking to discard your Android smartphone? Here’s our guide to make sure you properly wipe out your data.