A factory reset erases everything on your iPhone and returns it to original settings. Here's the complete process, what to backup first, and when a reset actually helps.
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A factory reset erases everything on your iPhone and returns it to original settings. Here's the complete process, what to backup first, and when a reset actually helps.
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Phones get hot from processor-intensive tasks, charging, or environmental heat. It's usually normal, but persistent overheating can damage your battery.
Two-factor authentication adds a second verification step beyond your password, making accounts much harder to hack even if your password is stolen.
Your WiFi is slow because of interference, distance, or too many devices. Here's how to diagnose and fix each cause quickly.