That's why a factory reset is crucial before you sell, recycle, or donate your Android phone or tablet. It can also be a last-ditch attempt at troubleshooting persistent issues with your device.

Locked out of your Samsung phone? Regain access without a PC. Follow our step-by-step guide to reset and restore your device ...

Taking the basic steps—deleting data from or reformatting a computer hard drive, or doing a factory reset on a smart phone or tablet—might be enough to discourage identity thieves. But this ...

If you did run a factory reset and have since been unable to get your Chromecast up and running, check for the latest version ...