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How to Factory Reset — BlackBerry 4G LTE Playbook

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How to Factory Reset — BlackBerry 4G LTE Playbook

⏱ ~5 min📋 5 steps

The BlackBerry 4G LTE Playbook is a 2012 BlackBerry Tablet 2.0 device with 1GB and 32GB internal storage. It features a 7.0", TFT, 600.0x1024.0 display and is available in Black.

The 4G LTE Playbook is equipped with a Non-removable Li-Po battery, a 5 MP, 1080p@30fps main camera, a 3 MP front camera. The device uses a No configuration. It weighs 425 g.

Factory Reset on the BlackBerry 4G LTE Playbook 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.

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All personal data, accounts, and apps will be permanently removed.

1

Back up your data first (BlackBerry Desktop Software or BlackBerry Protect if available)

2

Open the app menu and go to Options (or Settings) > Security Options > General Settings

3

Press the Menu key (or long-press) and select 'Wipe Handheld'

4

Type the word 'blackberry' when prompted to confirm

5

The device erases all data and restarts — this can take several minutes

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