How to reset or factory restore Samsung Gravity SMART device?
The most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Samsung Gravity SMART device are:
1. Software Settings Reset: This technique will allow you to reset all your software settings and application data to their default values. To perform software settings reset, you need to follow the steps below:
Step 1: Before resetting, make sure you backup important data such as contacts, items, and messages to your computer or SIM card.
Step 2: Acquire a software restoring USB cable, which you can purchase from any Samsung authorized retailer.
Step 3: Connect your Samsung Gravity SMART device using the USB cable to your computer running Windows XP or later versions.
Step 4: Go to "Samsung Kies Apply Drivers" option in Samsung Kies (go to File menu ➞ Device Manager).
Step 5: Wait for the software to be installed. You may receive an error message, but you can safely ignore it.
Step 6: Once the software is installed, go to "Samsung Gravity Virtual Assistant" in Samsung Kies.
Step 7: Select "Factory Data Reset" and then click on "Yes" to continue.
Step 8: After the factory data reset has began, wait until the process is complete.
Step 9: Disconnect your device after the factory data reset has completed.
2. Bootloader Reset: This method will revert your device to the stock firmware. You need to follow these steps to perform a bootloader reset:
Step 1: Download and install ODIN on your computer.
Step 2: Download the Samsung Gravity SMART firmware on your computer. Samsung firmware services page is the official source for this check.
Step 3: Connect the USB cord of your Samsung Gravity SMART device to your computer.
Step 4: Turn off the Samsung Gravity SMART device and then switch it on by holding the power and home button for five to seven seconds.
Step 5: Once your device is in recovery mode, select "No Partition Indicators" or "Full APK."
Step 6: Click on "OTA" and then select "Yes" to download and flash the latest software version.
Step 7: After the download is complete, select "No Confirmation" and then click on "Yes" to install the firmware manually.
Step 8: Select "Yes" to reboot the phone after the installation is complete.
Note: These steps should be followed carefully, and ensure you have a backup of all important data before attempting to reset your device.
