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Kaycee Hill

How to restart your Android without touching the power button

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Many Android users don't realize their phones have alternative ways to restart than just using the power button. These built-in options become particularly valuable as physical buttons begin to show wear over time. For Pixel, Samsung, and other Android devices, these software alternatives can save your hardware while actually being more convenient to use.

Restarting regularly keeps phones running smoothly by clearing temporary files, disrupting potential malware, and fixing common glitches like app crashes and sluggish performance.

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