I’m hopelessly attached with the Samsung Galaxy S6. It’s true that modern models have bigger screens, longer battery longevity, and upgrades all over all aspects. However, I’ve been using the same phone since 2015.
Being a owner of the Galaxy S6 comes with its plenty of problems. The most prominent of these is the fact that the Samsung Galaxy S6 won’t turn on because of an issue with the hardware sometimes.
I’ve also observed problems with the firmware that can lead to booting issues. Fortunately, I discovered some ways to solve this issue.
Learn more as I walk you through how to fix an Samsung Galaxy S6 that won’t start up.
What Do You Do If Your Samsung Galaxy S6 Won’t Turn On?
The simplest approach can be the most efficient method of tackling technical issues with Android phones. I’ll begin with a few basic hacks before I proceed to more complex methods.
The first thing I ask whenever I get my Samsung Galaxy S6 won’t turn on is:
Could an insufficient charge be the Reason Why My Samsung Galaxy S6 Won’t Turn On?
When you’re Galaxy S6 fails to force restart, the issue could be due to the fact that it’s not charging. I’ve developed the habit of connecting my USB cable to my laptop, television, or even my car radio. Sometimes, this is the only viable feature to choose. I’ve discovered that it’s not advised due to the current of electricity is not controlled and some appliances can consume your battery.
Therefore, it is sensible to follow the following procedure if the Samsung Galaxy S6 won’t turn on:
Make Sure The Charging Port Is clean
The buildup of lint and dust can greatly reduce the efficiency that your charging device has. I follow the steps below to clean the charging port.
Step 1
Clean charge port any debris together an object with a sharp edge. I recommend with tiny sewing needles or toothpick, or even something similar to tweezers for this task.
Step 2
The cleaning tool can be soaked into surgical alcohol. This will help reduce static cling, as well as dissolving any oily residue within the port for charging.
Step 3.
Make a circular motion to gently lift the dust from the charging port.
Step 4
Allow your device to dry for approximately 2 hours.
NOTE:A little rubbing alcohol can go a long way so beware of together excessive. I enjoy together Q-tips to speed up the time required before the charger port is dry. I also like with needles over toothpick since it doesn’t break inside the charging port while the port is cleaned.
Examine the Condition of Your USB Cable As Well As The Inner Connectivity Pins
Examining the state of the condition of USB cable is simple. All you have be able to achieve is
- Examine for wear and tears on the wire
- Use a needle to clear any debris from the Micro USB ports.
- Check that the ports of the cable aren’t damaged, bent or compromised by any way
You might want to replace your USB cable in the event that it’s damaged beyond repair.
Then, I typically examine the state of the connector pins together this procedure.
Step 1
Get a small screwdriver that is flat.
Step 2
Make use of the screwdriver to apply gentle downward pressure to the micro USB port.
Step 3.
Proceed for the next stage.
Charge Your Phone
Step 1
Connect your mobile to the Samsung original Samsung charger and let it charge for at minimum 15 minutes.
Step 2
You’ll be able to tell if your phone’s charging when the indicator blinks. Then you can check the phone’s boot time.
Note If the LED indicator is unable to turn on and you are unable to see it, you may face an issue that is more complex. It could indicate the charging system you have is damaged, or it could be the result of a damaged capacitor. Therefore, you should consider going to an Samsung Care Center.
Try Restarting Your Phone
These techniques generally work for me (most times). It’s because an unsatisfactory current could mean that you Samsung Galaxy S6 won’t turn on.
Try turning off your device once more, even if the device doesn’t display any indications of charging. This might be counterproductive but we’re only taking away the factors at this point.
Hold and press the Power button while pressing the volume down button. Hold it for a couple of seconds, up to 7 or longer (like you did while checking for an issue with freezing). Proceed to the next step in case you are unable to force restart your phone at this moment.
Could It be a Simple Glitch, which is causing my Samsung Galaxy S6?
An Android phone may be susceptible to software and hardware glitches which cause it to slow down occasionally. The first step to consider is ruling this out as a cause. A soft reset for older Galaxy models was simple. All you had to do was take out your battery, then try to forced restart.
However, The Galaxy S6 features an unremovable battery. It’s possible that you don’t have the time to allow the battery to deplete so that you can initiate a restart.
This is the way I get through the issue:
Step 1
Hold the Power button on your Samsung phone. Press and hold the Power key on your Samsung.
Step 2
Press and hold the Volume Down button for seven seconds.
Step 3.
Repeat the procedure until you are able to force your phone to reboot.
Note that your phone will reboot when it is frozen and you have a sufficient charge. If it doesn’t work it’s at least clear the reason, and are able to move to the next option.
Is it possible to boot in Safe Mode? Help me with a Samsung Galaxy S6 That Won’t Switch On?
If you’re still unable to switch on your device after all the steps and you’re still not able to turn it on, then attempt something more drastic – restart the device with safe mode.
Safe mode booting allows you to deal with issues caused by third-party applications. Apps downloaded may cause glitches which can cause your device to freeze or stop it from booting.
Step 1
Try launching on your Galaxy S6.
Step 2
Press and hold your power button.
Step 3.
Press the power button when you see the Samsung logo is visible.
Step 4
Simply press and hold on the button that controls volume down.
Step 5
Hold on to the Volume Down Button until your phone has finished loading.
Step 6
Release the Volume Down button at the point that “Safe Mode” appears in the lower the left-hand corner.
How about Recovery Mode?
Being unable to boot into the safe mode isn’t a sign that that you have to quit. I have a second trickto use, which is to boot the phone back to its most basic functions. Recovery mode booting activates all of aspects of your Android device’s components that are hardware however, it won’t open you with the Android interface.
If you are able to boot the phone in recovery mode successfully Then your device is working perfectly. Therefore, the issue may be in the firmware itself. You can successfully reset it without having to go to an Samsung Care Center.
Here’s how I approach this:
Step 1
Press the power button to warrant that your Samsung Galaxy S6 is turned off.
Step 2
Hold and press the Power button as well as Volume Up, Power and Home at once.
Step 3.
Hold all the power keys until the phone shows the “Power On” logo.”
Step 4
Release all keys when you are able to see the Android image on screen.
Step 5
It’s the Android Recovery Screen will appear in about 30 minutes. Your phone will now be able to recover from the glitch in firmware and will be able to restart without issues.
What if I wipe Cache Partition?
The above steps address the issue with firmware. However, the issue may be a problem later on if the third-party applications that cause the chaos aren’t “sanitized”. Cleaning of the cache partition would be the best method since it won’t erase your personal data , unlike master reset.
In addition, you don’t require the WiFi network. You’ll require it to sync your data in the future, however don’t doubt about it right now.
Step 1
Turn off your phone.
Step 2
Hold and press the Home, Power and Volume buttons simultaneously.
Step 3.
Press the Power button when you can see you have the Samsung Galaxy S6.
Step 4
Take off the other two buttons as it appears that the Android logo pops up. The next prompt you’ll get is ‘Installing the system update'(which doesn’t require the use of a WiFi internet connection). The process will take 30 to 60 minutes. After that, the Android system menu for recovery will be displayed.
Step 5
Press the key to turn down the volume. Continue to tap this key until you have highlighted “wipe part of cache.”
Step 6
You can confirm your selection by an easy tap on the Power button.
Step 7
Press the Volume down button to highlight “yes”.
Step 8
Hit the Power button in order to begin the memory wipe that will cache your data.
Step 9
Give it time. The cache will be clear when you notice it is gone when “Reboot the system immediately” appears.
Step 10
Hit on the power button in order to turn off your phone.
Note that at this moment, your device should be functioning properly. You can now connect to an WiFi network or turn on the mobile’s data sync feature to transfer it with your data. I prefer to do this on the network since it lets me upgrade my Android phone to the most recent features. It could cost more if it is done using mobile data.
What can I do if Your Samsung Galaxy S6 Still Won’t Start?
The phone should have turned on by now if there was a glitch in the firmware of your Android phone. If you’re Galaxy S6 still won’t turn on, it could be a hardware problem. The only way to fix it is to get the help of a tech because hacks and soft fixes only take you so far.
Don’t bother with obtaining your warranty certificate. If it were me, I’d take a trip to the nearest Samsung Care Center. You can also bring it to a trained technician. They’re not in shortage! They are also never short of spare components.
There was a point when I was experiencing this issue with the Galaxy S6 and took it to one of my buddies. He replaced an old power IC and then installed a new battery pack. The cost was minimal and prevented me from purchasing the new handset.
Conclusion
I hope that this troubleshooting and guide to care for your phone helps you solve the issue of an Samsung Galaxy S6 that won’t start up. In this way, you will be able to keep enjoying one of the most smooth Samsung phones on the market.
But, don’t be reluctant to bring it to a reputable tech and/or Samsung Care Center if you’re unsuccessful. Most of the time it’s not an unrepaired phone, but rather the minor part that requires replacement.
