How to reset or factory restore Samsung Google Nexus S I9020A device?
There are a few methods to reset or factory restore a Samsung Google Nexus S I9020A device:
1. Portable Backup and Restore:
You can use a tool called ClockworkMod or Portable Backup and Restore. This method involves backing up all your data on your phone, including contacts, messages, and app data, to your computer. From there, you can use a custom recovery image on your phone to restore from the backup.
Here's how:
a. Download the Portable Backup and Restore software from the official website.
b. Connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable and enable USB debugging in your phone.
c. Open the Portable Backup and Restore software and backup your phone data to your computer.
d. Make sure to save the backup file securely, as you'll need it later.
e. Once you've got the backup file, insert a new SIM card into your phone and connect it to your computer.
f. Select "Custom" recovery image mode in the tool, and choose the correct custom recovery image for your phone (ClockworkMod or CWM Recovery).
g. Select "Restore from SD Card" and select the backup file you saved earlier.
h. Reboot your phone and wait a few minutes until the new backup is complete. Your phone will boot back up with all your data restored from the backup.
2. Bootloader Makeup:
This method involves downloading the bootloader firmware and flashing it onto your phone. However, this method requires more technical expertise and may not be recommended for beginners.
Here's how:
a. Download the bootloader firmware for your phone from the official Samsung website.
b. Use a tool called Odin or SuperSU to flash the bootloader onto your phone.
c. Reboot your phone into recovery mode by pressing and holding the home, volume up, and power buttons simultaneously.
d. Select "Wipe data/factory reset" and confirm.
e. Reboot your phone and wait for it to boot back up.
3. Samsung Kies:
Samsung Kies software is a tool for synchronizing your Samsung phone with your computer. While not typically used for a factory reset, you can manually clear data using this software.
Here's how:
a. Connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable and sync it with your computer using Samsung Kies.
b. Disable synchronization and close Samsung Kies.
c. Open a command prompt on your computer and type "adb devices" to confirm that your computer is able to communicate with your phone.
d. Type "adb shell pm reset -force" to clear all data from your phone.
e. Reboot your phone and wait for it to boot back up.
It's important to note that factory resets should only be used if you're unable to solve any issues with your phone through other methods. Factory resets will erase all data on your phone, so be sure to back up your data before performing a factory reset.
