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How to restart your Android phone without using the power button: 2 alternative ways

ID: 9af50a5f-72d8-5538-afcb-aacc1dc17930

STIX ID: report--9af50a5f-72d8-5538-afcb-aacc1dc17930

Feed Name: ZDNet Security

Date Published: 2026-01-30

Date Updated: 2026-04-26

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This ZDNET article explains why regularly restarting an Android phone can improve performance, resolve common issues, and modestly enhance security, then outlines alternative reboot methods that avoid using physical buttons. It provides step-by-step instructions for restarting via the Notification Shade and by enabling and using the Accessibility Menu shortcut, offering practical options for users with accessibility needs or those seeking to reduce wear on hardware buttons.

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