If these following tricks do not defreeze your phone then don’t let a freezing phone slow you down any longer. When simple fixes aren’t enough, it’s time for an upgrade that delivers reliable performance every time.
Here are the most common 10 reasons for phone Freezing issues:
1. Cluttered Storage Space
Is your storage space more cluttered than your mind?
One of the most common causes of a hanging Android phone is jammed storage. If your phone is filled with apps, photos, videos, audio, and files, it is very likely to function at its optimal pace, and apps like WhatsApp may temporarily stop functioning.
How to fix this?
- Delete unnecessary apps, files and, other items.
- Transfer files to cloud storage or external drives.
2. A lot is happening in the back
We generally don’t tend to shut down the apps that we have opened while using our phones. Know this today! Apps eat a part of the RAM. So, if a lot of RAM is being eaten up by the apps that are running in the background, you will have less RAM available to use for your current work.
How to fix this?
After you’re done with the work, remember to close all the apps that you don’t need anymore.
This way, you can also check how forgetful you are!
3. Outdated Android Version
Software updates are crucial so that your phone can function smoothly. Running an outdated Android version may cause compatibility issues with newer apps or system features, resulting in poor performance or hanging. Each update usually comes with bug fixes, performance improvements, and security patches, so delaying these updates can negatively impact your phone’s speed and efficiency.
How to fix this?
- Go to your phone’s settings
- Find and click on “System Update” or a similar option.
- Check for available updates and follow the prompts to install them.
- Your phone should be connected to Wi-Fi and have sufficient battery life before starting the update.
- Also, update the individual apps whenever you get the notifications for those.
4. SD Card
Incorrect SD cards can freeze your phone because it can slow down the process of accessing files stored in it and the apps installed in it can stop and hang frequently.
If your phone works better without the SD card, then probably the SD card is the culprit and you have to replace it.
5. Your phone is hotter than an iron
Phones get overheated due to excessive use leading to malfunctioning or slow tempo.
Every time your phone grows hot, it tells you that it needs rest!
So, the first step is to reduce the number of hours you spend on the phone or take breaks for usage, especially while gaming or video streaming.
How to fix this?
- Avoid using your phone in sunlight or hot surroundings. Use a phone case suitable for heat dissipation.
- Don’t use the phone while charging.
- Don’t use heavy apps like games or video streaming for a long while or close them when not required.
6. Troublesome Apps
Apps downloaded from Google Play Store are not likely to be corrupted but if you download apps from illegitimate sources, there are high chances of encountering such apps. It will freeze your phone or cause it to hang. Apps downloaded from unverified sources can contain malware or bugs that overly load the system.
How to fix this?
- Always try to download from the Google Play Store, or
- Delete the unverified apps if not required.
7. Overload/Corrupted/Outdated Cache
A cache stores data temporarily so that it can be accessed faster in the future. When the cached data exceeds its limit, the system automatically slows down, lags, or freezes.
To delete cached files on your Android phone,
- Go to Settings
- Select Apps
- Go to Storage
- Click on “Clear Cache”
- Clean it.
8. Insufficient RAM for Heavy Tasks
The RAM hugely influences how fast your phone can perform any activity. So, if your phone is lagging, it could be because of insufficient RAM as well. Are you using editing software like Photoshop or Premiere Pro? These are resource-heavy applications and can quickly consume your phone’s RAM. So, if your phone does not have a decent amount of RAM, to begin with, your phone will lag. The same will happen if you play heavy games.
Since it is not possible to increase your phone’s RAM, it is recommended to check the minimum requirements of the app before installation. Also, make sure that all background apps are closed when you are performing heavy tasks.
9. Software Updates
Sometimes, updating your phone or apps can lead to compatibility issues, causing your phone to hang. This can happen if the update isn’t fully optimized for your phone’s hardware or if certain features conflict with existing system components.
If your phone starts hanging after a recent update, you can try reinstalling the software or waiting for an official patch. In some cases, you may need to roll back to a previous version if the update causes too many issues.
10. Viruses have made their way into your phone
Apart from privacy breaches, these germs can infect the system by slowing down the phones. They consume excessive resources, leading to slow performance and crashes, or destabilising the system due to malicious code execution.
How to fix this?
- Use a reputable antivirus app Google Play Protect and run a full scan of your device.
- On Android, use Google Play Protect to scan for and remove any harmful apps.
- Open the Google Play Store, tap your profile picture, select “Play Protect,” and then tap “Scan”.
- Discard Suspicious Apps
Enter Safe Mode:
Reboot your phone into Safe Mode (this disables third-party apps) to isolate the problem and uninstall any suspicious apps.
How to enter Safe mode?
- Press and hold the power button until the power options appear
- Tap and hold “Power off” until a prompt appears asking to reboot into safe mode
- Tap “OK” to confirm.
Sanitize your phone of unnecessary apps:
- Go to your phone’s settings, then “Apps” or “Apps & Notifications,” and review all installed apps.
- Uninstall any apps you don’t recognize, don’t remember installing, or don’t use.
Perform a Factory Reset:
How do you perform a factory reset?
- Open Settings
- Tap System
- Tap Reset options
- Tap Erase all data (factory reset)
- Tap Reset Phone
- Tap Erase everything
- Enter your password or PIN to confirm
Before performing a factory reset, back up any important data on your phone.
Hardware Problems:
Impaired hardware components, like a failing processor, screen, and battery issues, can cause slower the speed of your phone. If you are not a technician yourself, then take it to a mobile repair centre to make the repairs. We hope that now you can get back the speed and performance of the phone that was there before it prey to the above mentioned diseases!
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