AndroidTutor2018- If you've ever asked yourself, ''why won't my phone turn on?'' you're not alone. Even when you're a professional Android tinkerer, things occasionally go beyond your skill level and you find yourself wondering what to do with a phone that won't turn on. So today we'll take a look at a few reasons why your phone won't turn on and how to get it going again.
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A phone that won't turn on doesn't have to become a paperweight. / © Google
Is it plugged in?
Just kidding - but seriously, when was the last time you charged it? Sometimes time flies when you're having fun watching cat videos and the next time you pick your phone up it won't turn on because you've YouTubed it to death. Grab a power supply and make sure you actually have some juice on your phone before we proceed. Remember, sometimes you need to charge for a few minutes before your phone can power itself on.
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Silly I know, but have you charged it lately? Is your power on? / © ANDROIDPIT
Is it on but the screen isn't on?
This is the next possibility, the phone is actually on but the display isn't working. The easiest way to check this is to long press the power button to force it to shut off and then turn it back on. You should hear a boot sound or feel a vibration. This means your phone is working but you have a display driver or screen problem. This is one for the repair store.
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Some phones are ok to go through the dishwasher. Others, not so much. / © ANDROIDPIT
Did you drop it or get it wet?
This is one of the most common reasons a phone won't turn on. If you've recently dropped your phone or it has gotten wet, you might have some issues. Trying to turn a wet phone on too soon can short circuit your phone and fry it, so if it gets wet, follow our guide on what to do with a water-damaged phone. If you dropped your phone and it won't turn on, you're going to need to take it in for repair as you most likely have a hardware problem or damaged display.
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Have you been seeing app crashes, freezes, reboots and other weirdness? / © ANDROIDPIT
Did it gradually get buggy and then die?
If you started to notice some weirdness, like crashes, restarts or other things that shouldn't happen in the lead-up to your phone no longer turning on, you might just have a software issue that can be fixed by replacing the firmware. First you're going to want to get as much data off as you can and then flash new firmware. We have guides for the popular devices on AndroidPIT to help you out, and you can also try a factory reset to clear up any other problems. If this sounds too complicated, take it in to your carrier store for assistance.
What is my firmware number?
How to update your Android firmware
If you can, pop the back off your phone and check the battery for bulges or leaks. / © ANDROIDPIT
Is your battery bloated or leaking?
Another rather obvious reason your phone might not turn on is because the battery has simply given up the ghost permanently. This usually happens gradually over time, but it can occasionally happen suddenly, especially if your battery is bloated or leaking. If your battery cover is removable, take it out and inspect it for damage, bulges or leaks. If you find any, get a new battery pronto and dispose of the old one safely.
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It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know this is a bad thing. / © ANDROIDPIT
Is your charger or cable kaput?
Sometimes a phone won't turn on and it isn't actually the problem at all. Sometimes your charger cable, adapter or even wall socket is the culprit, so make sure you try a different USB cable, different power adapter (if you have one) and another power outlet in your home before you know you can definitely blame your phone.
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If you're seeing the boot screen for more than a minute, you're stuck in a bootloop. / © ANDROIDPIT
Are you just seeing the logo screen?
If your phone will actually turn on but won't go past the boot screen, this is what we call a bootloop. It generally means your phone will start as normal but just get stuck forever on the logo screen. If you've recently updated to a new version of Android or flashed a custom ROM it might be as simple a solution as entering Recovery and wiping the cache partition or doing a data wipe/factory reset (we have plenty of tutorials for popular devices), or, in the worst possible case, you might have bricked your phone.
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3 YuYo Smith 4 weeks ago Link to comment
I'd like to advice you to backup your files first.
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1 Nicki 6 months ago Link to comment
I really need my phone for my alarm. It was charging because it was at 0% then suddenly the screen started going crazy. I shut it off. Now it wont turn back on. HELP!!!!!
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1 Duck Hunter 8 months ago Link to comment
I have a LG DAB phone and am very pleased with it . I had the same trouble my phone would not charge nor respond when switching on.
How to fix this is easy be very careful not to start messing around with the things inside you know nothing about.
1. Very carefully take the back off the phone.
2. Check the sim is still in place ( do not mess with it if still in place )
3. Carefully lift the battery out and carefully replace it firmly
This is usually the cause.
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1 Sydni Wilson 10 months ago Link to comment
On the last paragraph "Are you just seeing the logo screen?" you mention having plenty of tutorials on how to fix it but you do not say where those are located or even have a link to them. I would apreciate a link to the tutorials. Please respond soon, thanks
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1 Oliver Vendetta 10 months ago Link to comment
Did you ever figure this out? I need the same thing.
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1 Mariah Teague 7 months ago Link to comment
For real that's all my phone is doing, I wish I knew how to fix it though. It's getting ridiculous. This is the second LG phone i have had that it has done the same thing too. I have had a LG G4, & this LG Stylist 2( i havent had it but a month). It just goes to those 2 little orange things and then the thing under it where it says 4G LTE something else.
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2 Ayuu Is Here Oct 17, 2016 Link to comment
Help, my oppo neo 5 is not turning on, it just shows the logo, vibrates and then It's just there. HELP
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1 lelaisnotonfire 11 months ago Link to comment
I know this doesn't help but hi pham
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1 Teckie 7 months ago Link to comment
Google this: "[your phone's name] is bootlooping" . Even this is not a boot loop, but the solution is the same.
NOTE: all your data will be erased on this manipulation.
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1 sateesh raja Kokilavani Oct 13, 2016 Link to comment
Hi,
I tried to charge my Moto g phone. But suddenly a big spark came out of the switchboard and mobile stopped.
Then, the mobile was gradually increased temperature (low to very high). After a few minutes, cool down completely, then won't work. I have tried different ways, different chargers, but no luck. Mobile is not working and won't turn on.
What happen to my phone, how to resolve the issue?
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Reply
1 Luis Hernandez Oct 2, 2016 Link to comment
I need help. My phone fell hard on the floor and it doesn't turn on nor can I charge it. When I plug it in it just shows me the charging screen and says it's at 0% and turns off And if I press the power button it'll boot up and show the logo and turn off as well. I just wanna know if it's fixable or not. It's a LG G Stylo btw
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2 Ernie Scar Sep 7, 2016 Link to comment
If it don't turn on... Buy a new one!
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12 lianne john Sep 7, 2016 Link to comment
Good read!
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18 Albin Foro Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
I successfully used a "hard reset" a couple of times after bricking my old LG gingerbread phone - rarely mentioned in this type article, only applies to certain brands and models - note that it completely restored original OS but wiped all software including a lot of the preinstalled bloatware, too, net increase to internal storage - consider it a "last resort":
URL is hard-reset and add dotcom. The site has fixes for other kinds of electronics as well.
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1 vaibhav verma Apr 28, 2016 Link to comment
please help me ... my phone is not charging and not even restarting ...i dont know what happened..i flashed philz recovery then i selected "reboot to download mode: then my phone switched off..and not opening .. :( now tell what to do? please anyone help me !! my phone is samsung grand duos i9082
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10 Madars G Sep 4, 2016 Link to comment
My recommendation:
Do not do it if you does not know how.
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14 Alex Simpson Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
i think you bricked your phone.
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17 Jerry's W. Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
ask for help on xda forum...
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1 benjamin patterson Mar 11, 2016 Link to comment
I rooted my lgl33l usen kingo one click root and now i cant get past the blue track phone logo when booting up the device and tryed the factory data reset but it's blocked too what can I do to get past that and UN root the device it's running OS 5.0.1
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17 Jerry's W. Sep 4, 2016 Link to comment
best I can think of is go to xda forum and learn how to flash original Rom. this will unroot your phone also. it should start again.
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How to fix a phone that won't charge
How to calibrate the battery on an Android phone
A phone that won't turn on doesn't have to become a paperweight. / © Google
Is it plugged in?
Just kidding - but seriously, when was the last time you charged it? Sometimes time flies when you're having fun watching cat videos and the next time you pick your phone up it won't turn on because you've YouTubed it to death. Grab a power supply and make sure you actually have some juice on your phone before we proceed. Remember, sometimes you need to charge for a few minutes before your phone can power itself on.
USB-C is the only cable you'll ever need
USB OTG: what it is and how to use it
Silly I know, but have you charged it lately? Is your power on? / © ANDROIDPIT
Is it on but the screen isn't on?
This is the next possibility, the phone is actually on but the display isn't working. The easiest way to check this is to long press the power button to force it to shut off and then turn it back on. You should hear a boot sound or feel a vibration. This means your phone is working but you have a display driver or screen problem. This is one for the repair store.
How to fix the black screen of death
How to fix screen burn-in and ghosting
Some phones are ok to go through the dishwasher. Others, not so much. / © ANDROIDPIT
Did you drop it or get it wet?
This is one of the most common reasons a phone won't turn on. If you've recently dropped your phone or it has gotten wet, you might have some issues. Trying to turn a wet phone on too soon can short circuit your phone and fry it, so if it gets wet, follow our guide on what to do with a water-damaged phone. If you dropped your phone and it won't turn on, you're going to need to take it in for repair as you most likely have a hardware problem or damaged display.
How to use your broken smartphone from a PC
How to replace cracked screen glass
Have you been seeing app crashes, freezes, reboots and other weirdness? / © ANDROIDPIT
Did it gradually get buggy and then die?
If you started to notice some weirdness, like crashes, restarts or other things that shouldn't happen in the lead-up to your phone no longer turning on, you might just have a software issue that can be fixed by replacing the firmware. First you're going to want to get as much data off as you can and then flash new firmware. We have guides for the popular devices on AndroidPIT to help you out, and you can also try a factory reset to clear up any other problems. If this sounds too complicated, take it in to your carrier store for assistance.
What is my firmware number?
How to update your Android firmware
If you can, pop the back off your phone and check the battery for bulges or leaks. / © ANDROIDPIT
Is your battery bloated or leaking?
Another rather obvious reason your phone might not turn on is because the battery has simply given up the ghost permanently. This usually happens gradually over time, but it can occasionally happen suddenly, especially if your battery is bloated or leaking. If your battery cover is removable, take it out and inspect it for damage, bulges or leaks. If you find any, get a new battery pronto and dispose of the old one safely.
How to save battery life on Android
How to charge your battery faster
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know this is a bad thing. / © ANDROIDPIT
Is your charger or cable kaput?
Sometimes a phone won't turn on and it isn't actually the problem at all. Sometimes your charger cable, adapter or even wall socket is the culprit, so make sure you try a different USB cable, different power adapter (if you have one) and another power outlet in your home before you know you can definitely blame your phone.
Best Android phones
Best Android tablets
If you're seeing the boot screen for more than a minute, you're stuck in a bootloop. / © ANDROIDPIT
Are you just seeing the logo screen?
If your phone will actually turn on but won't go past the boot screen, this is what we call a bootloop. It generally means your phone will start as normal but just get stuck forever on the logo screen. If you've recently updated to a new version of Android or flashed a custom ROM it might be as simple a solution as entering Recovery and wiping the cache partition or doing a data wipe/factory reset (we have plenty of tutorials for popular devices), or, in the worst possible case, you might have bricked your phone.
Best Android apps
Best Android games
Have these tips helped you? Any other tips to fix a phone that won't turn on?
261 Shares
Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Share on Google+ 261 Shares
More from the web
A Chef's Honest Review Of HelloFreshPopdust for HelloFresh
How I Found Motivation by Ditching Earbuds and Embracing DiscomfortZappos
Say Goodbye to Phone Bills Forever With One Super-Low Wireless Payment Per Year!MintSim
First Pics: See the New Cars Coming for 2018Kelley Blue Book
by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links
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3 YuYo Smith 4 weeks ago Link to comment
I'd like to advice you to backup your files first.
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1 Nicki 6 months ago Link to comment
I really need my phone for my alarm. It was charging because it was at 0% then suddenly the screen started going crazy. I shut it off. Now it wont turn back on. HELP!!!!!
0
Reply
1 Duck Hunter 8 months ago Link to comment
I have a LG DAB phone and am very pleased with it . I had the same trouble my phone would not charge nor respond when switching on.
How to fix this is easy be very careful not to start messing around with the things inside you know nothing about.
1. Very carefully take the back off the phone.
2. Check the sim is still in place ( do not mess with it if still in place )
3. Carefully lift the battery out and carefully replace it firmly
This is usually the cause.
0
Reply
1 Sydni Wilson 10 months ago Link to comment
On the last paragraph "Are you just seeing the logo screen?" you mention having plenty of tutorials on how to fix it but you do not say where those are located or even have a link to them. I would apreciate a link to the tutorials. Please respond soon, thanks
0
Reply
1 Oliver Vendetta 10 months ago Link to comment
Did you ever figure this out? I need the same thing.
0
Reply
1 Mariah Teague 7 months ago Link to comment
For real that's all my phone is doing, I wish I knew how to fix it though. It's getting ridiculous. This is the second LG phone i have had that it has done the same thing too. I have had a LG G4, & this LG Stylist 2( i havent had it but a month). It just goes to those 2 little orange things and then the thing under it where it says 4G LTE something else.
0
Reply
2 Ayuu Is Here Oct 17, 2016 Link to comment
Help, my oppo neo 5 is not turning on, it just shows the logo, vibrates and then It's just there. HELP
1 Teckie
Reply
1 lelaisnotonfire 11 months ago Link to comment
I know this doesn't help but hi pham
0
Reply
1 Teckie 7 months ago Link to comment
Google this: "[your phone's name] is bootlooping" . Even this is not a boot loop, but the solution is the same.
NOTE: all your data will be erased on this manipulation.
0
Reply
1 sateesh raja Kokilavani Oct 13, 2016 Link to comment
Hi,
I tried to charge my Moto g phone. But suddenly a big spark came out of the switchboard and mobile stopped.
Then, the mobile was gradually increased temperature (low to very high). After a few minutes, cool down completely, then won't work. I have tried different ways, different chargers, but no luck. Mobile is not working and won't turn on.
What happen to my phone, how to resolve the issue?
0
Reply
1 Luis Hernandez Oct 2, 2016 Link to comment
I need help. My phone fell hard on the floor and it doesn't turn on nor can I charge it. When I plug it in it just shows me the charging screen and says it's at 0% and turns off And if I press the power button it'll boot up and show the logo and turn off as well. I just wanna know if it's fixable or not. It's a LG G Stylo btw
0
Reply
2 Ernie Scar Sep 7, 2016 Link to comment
If it don't turn on... Buy a new one!
0
Reply
12 lianne john Sep 7, 2016 Link to comment
Good read!
0
Reply
18 Albin Foro Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
I successfully used a "hard reset" a couple of times after bricking my old LG gingerbread phone - rarely mentioned in this type article, only applies to certain brands and models - note that it completely restored original OS but wiped all software including a lot of the preinstalled bloatware, too, net increase to internal storage - consider it a "last resort":
URL is hard-reset and add dotcom. The site has fixes for other kinds of electronics as well.
0
Reply
1 vaibhav verma Apr 28, 2016 Link to comment
please help me ... my phone is not charging and not even restarting ...i dont know what happened..i flashed philz recovery then i selected "reboot to download mode: then my phone switched off..and not opening .. :( now tell what to do? please anyone help me !! my phone is samsung grand duos i9082
0
Reply
10 Madars G Sep 4, 2016 Link to comment
My recommendation:
Do not do it if you does not know how.
1 Mark
Reply
14 Alex Simpson Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
i think you bricked your phone.
0
Reply
17 Jerry's W. Sep 5, 2016 Link to comment
ask for help on xda forum...
0
Reply
1 benjamin patterson Mar 11, 2016 Link to comment
I rooted my lgl33l usen kingo one click root and now i cant get past the blue track phone logo when booting up the device and tryed the factory data reset but it's blocked too what can I do to get past that and UN root the device it's running OS 5.0.1
0
Reply
17 Jerry's W. Sep 4, 2016 Link to comment
best I can think of is go to xda forum and learn how to flash original Rom. this will unroot your phone also. it should start again.
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