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How to Fix Bootloop — Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
How to Fix Bootloop — Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
The Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) is a 2018 Android 8.1 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) with 3GB | 4GB and 32GB | 64GB internal storage. It features a 6.0", IPS LCD, 720.0x1440.0 display and is available in Gray, Gold, Rose Gold, Mesmerising Blue, Stunning Black.
The Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) is equipped with a Li-Po 3080 mAh, non-removable, a 12 MP, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) main camera, a 16 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM configuration. It weighs 170 g.
A bootloop on the Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) 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 Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2): 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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