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How to Fix Bootloop — Motorola DROID 3
How to Fix Bootloop — Motorola DROID 3
The Motorola DROID 3 is a 2011 Android 2.3 smartphone powered by the TI OMAP 4430 with 512MB and 16GB internal storage. It features a 4.0", TFT, 540.0x960.0 display and is available in Black.
The DROID 3 is equipped with a Removable Li-Ion 1540 mAh battery, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps main camera. The device uses a Mini-SIM configuration. It weighs 167 g.
A bootloop on the Motorola DROID 3 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 Motorola DROID 3: 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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