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How to Fix Bootloop — HTC One (M8)
How to Fix Bootloop — HTC One (M8)
The HTC One (M8) is a 2014 Android 4.4.2 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) with 2GB and 16GB | 32GB internal storage. It features a 5.0", Super LCD3, 1080.0x1920.0 display and is available in Gunmetal Gray, Glacial Silver, Amber Gold.
The One (M8) is equipped with a Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable, a 4 MP, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR, stereo sound rec. main camera, a 5 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM configuration. It weighs 160 g.
A bootloop on the HTC One (M8) occurs when the device repeatedly restarts without fully loading Android. This is commonly caused by a failed software update, corrupted system files, or an incompatible app. Most bootloops can be resolved without losing data by clearing the cache partition first before attempting a factory reset.
Factory reset may be needed as a last resort — erases all data.
On your HTC One (M8): force restart: hold Power for 15–30 seconds
If still looping: enter Recovery Mode
Navigate to 'Wipe cache partition' → confirm → reboot
If still looping: return to Recovery
Select 'Wipe data/factory reset' → confirm (erases all data)
Last resort: use your manufacturer's PC tool to reinstall firmware
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