Ensure you use the correct power adapter and cable and plug the Android into a wall outlet, not a computer or other device with USB ports.ĭo you have any other advice for your Android that restarts? Share it in the Comments section below. You are likely not giving the device enough power. My Android is low on battery power and restarts when plugged in. In that case, you may want to take your question to the maker of your particular ROM. You may not have that option if you have a custom Android ROM installed. Contact the retailer or manufacturer about the problem. If everything above has been tried and your Android is still randomly restarting itself, you may just have a bad device. Also check to make sure your case is not putting pressure on the button at all. Be sure that nothing is jammed in the button opening. Sometimes the “ Power” button can get some water or gunk stuck in it.
On most Android devices, you can perform a factory reset by going to “ Settings” > “ Backup & reset” > “ Reset device“.
Beware though, a factory reset will erase data from your device. If you’re not using a custom ROM, your only option may be to try a factory reset of the device.
Sometimes the Android system software gets corrupted. If you are using a custom Android ROM, try a different version of the ROM or another type of ROM altogether.
If possible, use a small screw driver to pry the connectors into a position where they will make better contact with the battery.
Upgrade everything you have from the Play Store by going to “ Menu” > “ Settings” > “ My Apps“. Ensure all apps are on the latest version.This goes especially for any apps that control sound, ringtones, wallpaper, have fancy widgets, or use GPS. Uninstall apps you don’t necessarily need.When a background app is the suspected cause, try the following, preferably in the order listed: You may also have an app running in the background that is causing the Android to randomly restart. Switching from the Verizon Messaging app to Hangouts for text messaging fixed that issue. My wife recently discovered her Galaxy S5 would restart sometimes when receiving a text message. Be sure the apps you do use are reliable, especially the apps that handle email or text messaging. In most cases, random restarts are caused by a poor quality app.