What to do if your smartphone slows down, freezes and just doesn’t work well

photo: why the phone is glitching

This article contains all the reasons, the most complete and up-to-date information about why the phone is glitching and how it can be fixed.

Each new smartphone is more powerful and technically more sophisticated than any of its predecessors. Extensive functionality is reflected in performance. It happens that the device cannot cope with the load.

Applications and games

Please note that each mobile phone is sold with the most current operating system at that time, which most closely matches the current characteristics of the smartphone.

Yes, some manufacturers do make regular updates for their gadgets, but not all of them, and support usually lasts no more than two years for budget models.

Even if you received updates, it is not a fact that the phone will work as fast as when you bought it.

This issue affects games and applications. Developers release updates optimized for new devices. At the same time, on older models the game may also become unstable.

There are two options to solve this problem:

• you just need to make a choice between application speed and functionality. If your smartphone is not a flagship or very powerful, we strongly advise you not to update many applications. The functionality will not be the same as after the update, but the speed will remain the same;
• It would also be a good option to install upgraded, lightweight firmware. Although this is a little, it will increase the speed of operation of both the system in general and individual software.

Actions in case of refusal to repair a phone under warranty

If you are denied repair work under warranty, you must proceed as follows:

• demand a written refusal of warranty repair of the phone and a report on the work that was carried out (remember, they can refuse you only in accordance with Article 18, paragraph 6 of the ZPP law);
• send a claim to the head of the service center, attaching copies of other documents and a clear statement of the requirements;
• demand an examination at the expense of the seller (if a refusal follows, the consumer retains the right to conduct an independent independent examination, which he pays for himself, but if he wins in court, the defendant must reimburse him for all expenses incurred);
• contact higher competent services if previous actions did not lead to the desired result, and you are confident that you are right (you must send an application to ROSPOTREBNADZOR, and the most extreme measure is going to court).

You can request a phone return here.

Background applications

The presence of many applications running in the background is the most common reason why Android starts to slow down. If you hide many applications in the background, then you can’t count on stable operation of your Android device, since the system will spend a lot of resources on maintaining the functionality of these applications.

The solution to the problem is very simple. You just need to delete applications running in the background, or at least disable them in the phone settings.

Another interesting thing is that starting with Android 4.1, the system is able to independently distribute resources to applications, as well as close programs running in the background.

By the way, you can set a limit on background processes yourself, but only if your phone’s Android version is 4.1 and higher. How to do it? It's simple .

Follow these steps:

1. go to the device settings;
2. select “For Developers”;
3. find the line “Background process limit”;

4. specify the number of processes you need.

I would also like to note the fact that there are no viruses for the Android operating system, therefore there is no need for an antivirus. It will simply eat up RAM in the background, without bringing any benefit.

What to do in these two cases

The easiest way to deal with freezing is if the case has obvious signs of damage. In this case, look for the nearest workshop that repairs gadgets and take the device in for repair. Often, after this procedure, all data from the system is erased, and you will have to restore all its contents.

We remind you of the importance of timely, or better yet, constant backup!

What to do if your phone freezes, although it looks intact? If there is no obvious damage to the case, but you do not like the behavior of the system, we will assume that the reason is in the software. And only after trying all the software tools for fixing troubles, let us remember that there are workshops in the world.

Widgets

Smartphone manufacturers do not recommend crowding your smartphone desktop with various kinds of widgets, since each of them requires resources to operate. If you use everything on your phone, its performance will slow down significantly, especially if you play demanding games.

When deleting most of the widgets, desktops are freed up; if possible, it is better to delete them.

Reason 2: cache full

To speed up the operation of applications, they write temporary files – cache – to the phone’s memory. The data is images in the gallery, covers in the music player, pages viewed on the Internet, etc. Therefore, each time the application is launched, it first looks for information in the cache, after which it re-indexes the memory and writes new data to the cache or downloads the necessary information from the Internet. At such a moment, the system often freezes for 2-3 or more seconds until the specified operation is completed.

Solution: clear cache

It is necessary to clear the cache 1-2 times a month using the system's built-in cleaning tools or applications, such as SD Maid or Avira Optimizer. This procedure will partially speed up the operation of the mobile device, as well as free up additional space on the internal storage. For detailed instructions, see the article on how to clear the cache on Android.

Cluttered system

By the way, perhaps Android is slowing down due to the fact that the file system is heavily clogged with unnecessary files. This is inevitable, and the longer the system is not cleaned, the more dirty the system becomes, the more glitchy the phone becomes.

What files are clogging the system? There are many of them, namely:

• software operation logs;
• unfinished processes;
• old and unnecessary cookies;
• download history;
• browser search history;
• application and game caches;
• calls and SMS messages.

Most of all, cache files clutter up memory. They are stored both on the memory card and in the internal memory of the phone. They are needed in order to save traffic and load pages that require Internet access faster.

The files seem to be useful, but they still need to be cleaned. How to do it? There are several options. The best way is to download a special application from Google Play.

Here are the best:

1. Cleen Mater. This is the most famous smartphone cleaning application. This software is also used as a task manager, manager of running processes and applications. When cleaning, the utility removes everything unnecessary, including temporary program files, CACHE files, files on the clipboard, browser search history, and cookie files. Clean Master is able to clean not only internal and external drives, but also RAM. The program is free and free to download.

2. 1-Click Cleaner. The program, like the previous one, is completely free, and the name speaks for itself. With just one tap on the screen you will get rid of all unnecessary files. It is possible to display a shortcut on the desktop and clean your smartphone without even going into the software interface.

Why is the keyboard on my phone buggy?

This also happens due to a software failure. The first thing we recommend doing is clearing the phone's memory and cache, then rebooting the device. If it doesn’t help and the phone glitches and freezes, then there are four more options. They are described in detail below.

What to do if the keyboard on your phone is buggy

1. Calibrate the sensor. It happens that the problem is not the keyboard at all, but the touchscreen (sensor) has gone astray.
2. Try downloading and installing another keyboard from the Google.Play store
3. Reset your smartphone to factory settings. Most often, this solution helps resolve the problem.
4. Change the firmware. The measure is certainly one of the most extreme. But there are rare cases when nothing else helps. First, before giving the phone to the technician, copy and save all files, photos, videos, etc. You can download it to your computer or place it on a cloud service. After flashing the firmware, the data will not be saved on the phone.

Lack of free space

If the phone slows down very much, then the reason may be a lack of free space. The phone's built-in storage is designed in such a way that if it is filled to capacity, the phone can start to become very glitchy.

If the internal memory of the device is full, then you need to clear it, at least 30% should be free.

For this we recommend:

• transfer all data to a memory card;
• transfer applications to a memory card;
• Use the above apps to clean up trash.

Programs for smartphone optimization

Experts have conflicting opinions about the wisdom of these applications. Most technicians still recommend doing the work of cleaning the phone yourself manually. Because special programs also consume working resources. The presence of such assistants may even be the reason why the phone is very glitchy. It is better not to resort to them unless absolutely necessary. There are 2 principles that ensure good operation of the gadget:

1. Systematic removal of unnecessary files;
2. clearing cache.

However, if the situation is already critical and you cannot cope on your own, then you can download the application, use it and delete it.

Smartphone optimization programs: list of the best

1. Clean Master
2. At 360 Security
3. DU Speed ​​Booster
4. SPEED BOOSTER
5. Power Clean
6. CM Launcher
7. CM Security
8. APUS Booster+
9. GO Speed
10. Game Booster

Lack of support for TRIM technology

TRIM technology first appeared in Andrid4.3. It allows the smartphone to operate smoothly and stably even several years after purchase. It’s a shame, of course, that it wasn’t introduced earlier.

The main reason for the slowdown over time is that almost all phones have SSD drives installed, so each cell has a very limited recording resource.

Even if you delete files, the memory controller will think until the last minute that they are there. The more times the files are rewritten, the more cells are occupied, the more the controller has to work, the slower it starts to work.

TRIM technology helps by resetting the controller data every 24 hours and forgetting what has already been deleted. The memory controller will be informed that certain data is no longer needed because it has been deleted.

It is also worth noting the fact that the TRIM function will only work on good, high-quality controllers; accordingly, the most budget models and cheap copies will not support it. This should definitely be taken into account.

If your operating system version is lower than 4.3, we recommend trying the LagFix application. There are many positive reviews about it on the Internet.

Why does Android slow down and how to deal with it?

Details Category: Questions about the android system Published: 03/10/2020 11:00 Author: Alexey Ploshchadnykh

A phone running Android OS, no matter how top-end flagship it is, sooner or later starts to slow down. In the first weeks and even months after purchase, the device works like a charm, and therefore most users happily use their smartphone, caring little about any problems, especially those that may arise in the future. In our instructions, we will figure out why an Android phone slows down, how to deal with it and how to avoid it.

Android slows down after update

If you decide to update your smartphone, and after the update it starts to slow down, we recommend resetting your phone to factory settings. Most likely this action will help solve the problem. If not, then you will have to reflash your smartphone.

The matter is complicated, it is better to trust the professionals, since one wrong move, and your favorite smartphone will turn into a useless brick, unless you can sell it for parts.

As for resetting the settings, everything is simple, you need to do the following:

1. go to your phone settings;
2. select “Backup and reset”;
3. then “Reset settings”;

4. then “Reset device settings”;
5. Click on “Erase everything”.

If you have important data on your phone, don’t forget to either reset it to another drive or make a backup copy for recovery in advance.

Why is the sensor on my phone buggy?

The touchscreen (sensor) may fail for the following reasons:

• Hardware failure. This means that any part inside the phone could be damaged, that is, the hardware has failed. Repair or replacement will help. You should contact the service.
• Software failure.

What to do if the sensor is faulty

• Method 1. The surest way is to calibrate the sensor.
• Method 2: Reset settings to factory settings.
• Method 3. Flashing (replacing your software with new one).

Check the status of the device's built-in battery

On an iPhone, all you have to do is open “Settings,” expand the “Battery” section and go to the “Battery Health” menu: this shows both the current maximum capacity as a percentage of the declared capacity and the ability to operate at peak performance. If a particular manufacturer does not provide a corresponding menu on your Android device, you can check the battery through the free Battery application from MacroPinch. If the battery is frankly “tired,” this will negatively affect the speed of the smartphone: in this case, it needs to be replaced.