How to reset and reboot any deviceA simple power cycle can solve a lot of tech problems. Before you start pulling out the wires (and your hair), try turning it off and on again.
Whenever a family member tells me about something that's gone haywire on any of their devices, whether it's an iPhone, iPad, modem, Echo, coffee maker… the first thing I ask is, "Have you tried turning it off and on again?" It's a tried and true method for troubleshooting a lot of glitches in a device's system. It's also one of the first things a tech support person will ask you when you call for help.
Every device is different, but most of them follow a similar set of steps for power cycling. Here's how to power cycle all of Apple's products, as well as some of the more common devices that you might find in an average tech-savvy home.
How to power cycle an iPhone and iPad
How to power cycle an Apple Watch
How to power cycle a Mac
How to power cycle an Apple TV
How to power cycle a modem or router
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How to reset and reboot any device
