How to reset or factory restore Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA device?
There are two main ways to reset or factory restore a Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA device. The first method involves using the built-in recovery menu, while the second method involves using a computer and USB cable to perform a full software reset. Both methods are recommended, but the choice depends on your personal preference and circumstances.
**Method 1: Using the built-in recovery menu**
Before starting the reset process, be sure to make a backup of all important data, such as contacts, messages, photos, and documents, as they will be lost during the reset process.
1. Turn off your Samsung Galaxy S III by pressing and holding the power button until the phone turns off.
2. Once the phone is turned off, press and hold the volume up button and the power button simultaneously until the Samsung logo appears on the screen.
3. Use the volume buttons to navigate to the "Wipe Data/Factory Reset" option in the recovery menu.
4. Press the power button to select the "Yes – Delete User Data" option.
5. Wait for the phone to reset, which may take a few minutes.
6. Once the reset is complete, the phone will restart and prompt you to set up your device as if it were new.
**Method 2: Using a computer and USB cable**
Before starting the reset process, be sure to make a backup of all important data, as they will be lost during the reset process.
1. Install the Samsung Smart Switch program on your computer.
2. Connect your Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA device to your computer using a USB cable.
3. Launch the Samsung Smart Switch program and click on the "Backup devices" button.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the backup process.
5. Disconnect your Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA device from your computer.
6. Turn off your Samsung Galaxy S III by pressing and holding the power button until the phone turns off.
7. Once the phone is turned off, press and hold the volume up button and the power button simultaneously until the Samsung logo appears on the screen.
8. Use the volume buttons to navigate to the "Volume down" option.
9. Press the power button to select the "Browse USB storage" option.
10. Use the volume buttons to navigate to the Smart Switch backup file and press the power button to select it.
11. Wait for the phone to reset, which may take a few minutes.
12. Once the reset is complete, the phone will restart and prompt you to set up your device as if it were new.
In summary, both methods are recommended for resetting or factory resetting a Samsung Galaxy S III CDMA device. The choice of method depends on your personal preference and circumstances.
