How to Soft Reset — HP Pre 3
How to Soft Reset — HP Pre 3
The HP Pre 3 is a 2011 HP webOS 2.2 device powered by the Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 with 512MB and 8GB internal storage. It features a 3.6", TFT, 480.0x800.0 display and is available in Black.
The Pre 3 is equipped with a Removable Li-Ion 1230 mAh battery, a 5 MP, 720p main camera. The device uses a Mini-SIM configuration. It weighs 156 g.
Soft Reset on the HP Pre 3 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.
Does not erase any data. Always try this first.
Press and hold the End/Power key on HP Pre 3 for a few seconds until it restarts
If it's unresponsive, remove and reinsert the battery if the back cover is removable
For sealed-battery models, hold the Power key for 15–20 seconds to force a restart
This does not erase any data
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