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How to Recovery Mode — Allview W1i
How to Recovery Mode — Allview W1i
The Allview W1i is a 2014 Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 device powered by the Qualcomm MSM8212 Snapdragon 200 (28 nm) with 1GB and 8GB internal storage. It features a 4.7", IPS LCD, 720.0x1280.0 display and is available in Black.
The W1i is equipped with a Li-Po 1750 mAh, non-removable, a 8 MP, 720p@30fps main camera, a 2 MP front camera. The device uses a Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) configuration. It weighs 98.9 g.
Recovery Mode on the Allview W1i works differently than it does on Android, since this platform uses its own menus and terminology. Follow the steps below, written specifically for this device rather than adapted from Android instructions.
Used for cache wipes, factory resets, and advanced repairs.
Windows Phone devices don't have a separate Recovery Mode partition like Android
For serious software problems, connect the device to a PC with the appropriate Zune/Windows Phone updater software and use its repair/reinstall option
For everyday issues, use the Factory Reset guide instead
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