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LG Nexus 4 E960
Reset & recovery guide · Phone · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
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LG Nexus 4 E960 — Hard Reset, Factory Reset & Recovery Mode Guide

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Hard Reset via Recovery — LG Nexus 4 E960

Optimized for Nexus 4 E960 (Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop))

⚠️ A hard reset erases ALL data (apps, photos, accounts). Back up first.
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Power off your LG Nexus 4 E960.
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Hold Volume Down + Power until the Fastboot screen appears.
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Navigate to "Recovery mode" and press Power.
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If you see "No command", hold Power and tap Volume Up.
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Select "Wipe data/factory reset" and confirm.
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Choose "Reboot system now" to finish the hard reset.
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Factory Reset from Settings — LG Nexus 4 E960

Optimized for Nexus 4 E960 (Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop))

⚠️ Permanently deletes personal data. Make sure backups are saved.
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Open Settings on your LG Nexus 4 E960.
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Go to "System" then "Reset options".
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Tap "Erase all data (factory reset)".
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Confirm your screen lock.
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Tap "Erase all data" to begin the factory reset.
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Enter Recovery Mode — LG Nexus 4 E960

Optimized for Nexus 4 E960 (Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop))

✅ Safe to enter — this does not erase any data.
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Power off your LG Nexus 4 E960.
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Press and hold Volume Down + Power for 5–7 seconds.
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Release when the Recovery Mode screen appears.
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Use Volume buttons to navigate and Power to select.
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To exit safely, select "Reboot system now" — no data is lost.
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FRP Bypass (Google Lock) — LG Nexus 4 E960

Optimized for Nexus 4 E960 (Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop))

For legal owners only. Do not use on lost or stolen devices.
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⚠️ Legitimate owners only — you must own this LG Nexus 4 E960.
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On the Google verification screen, connect to Wi-Fi.
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Tap "Forgot password?" and attempt recovery via email or phone.
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Visit google.com/accounts/recovery from a computer.
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After recovering access, sign in on your LG Nexus 4 E960.
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Complete device setup — FRP verification cleared.

Why reset your LG Nexus 4 E960?

A hard reset on the LG Nexus 4 E960 fixes boot loops, forgotten PINs and persistent lag. Using Volume Down + Power, you can access recovery mode and wipe the device back to factory condition. Always back up your data first, as a reset cannot be undone.

Frequently asked questions

Will a hard reset delete everything on my LG Nexus 4 E960?

Yes. A hard reset (also called a factory reset) erases all apps, photos, messages, and accounts, returning the LG Nexus 4 E960 to its out-of-box state. Back up anything you want to keep before starting.

Does resetting the LG Nexus 4 E960 remove the SIM lock or carrier lock?

No. A hard or factory reset only clears data and settings — it doesn't remove a carrier/SIM lock, which is tied to the device's IMEI at the network level. You'd need to contact your carrier for an unlock.

How long does a factory reset take on the LG Nexus 4 E960?

Typically a few minutes, though it can take longer on older or heavily used devices as more stored data has to be wiped.

Will I need my Google account password after resetting the LG Nexus 4 E960?

Yes, if Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is enabled. Android (and HarmonyOS 2.x devices with Google services) will ask for the last signed-in Google account after a reset — make sure you know that password first.

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