Help Random Reboots Been Figured Out?

SeattleYanksFan · Mar 27, 2012

I have not been on the forums in a while, but a couple months ago people were beginning to mention random reboots (some thread about a BGR article sparked the discussion, I think). I dismissed it back then as I had not experienced any reboots. Now, I have begun getting reboots almost daily, oftentimes several times per day. It usually happens when typing a text, email, etc.

The only major thing I've changed is adding Nova Launcher. Any connection to the reboot problem?

Any other cause that's been determined?

Any solution(s)?

It's highly irritating and unacceptable.

Thanks

trophynuts · Mar 27, 2012

first of all Go Yankees

secondly i haven't experienced any reboots.

If this just recently started happening to you it could be an app that updated as well that doesn't agree with your phone. Also possibly try removing nova. I'm not saying that is the cause but its good to rule that out.

have you installed any other new apps close to when this started?

SeattleYanksFan · Mar 27, 2012

trophynuts said:
first of all Go Yankees

secondly i haven't experienced any reboots.

If this just recently started happening to you it could be an app that updated as well that doesn't agree with your phone. Also possibly try removing nova. I'm not saying that is the cause but its good to rule that out.

have you installed any other new apps close to when this started?

It's been going on for about 6 weeks, with the frequency of reboots increasing in the last two or so.

Also installed Android Pro Widgets around 2 months ago and use a few of them.

AntimonyER · Mar 27, 2012

That sounds similar to my issue, I was getting them more and more often. I flashed the stock 4.0.4 leak, and haven't had an issue since.

SeattleYanksFan · Mar 27, 2012

AntimonyER said:
That sounds similar to my issue, I was getting them more and more often. I flashed the stock 4.0.4 leak, and haven't had an issue since.

I can't root or my corporate email app won't function. When are we getting this 4.0.4? I love this phone, but the lack of updates has been quite disappointing. I thought the perk of having a Nexus device was frequent support.

AntimonyER · Mar 27, 2012

From what I have heard the next OTA will actually be 4.0.5, and who knows. I have heard the beginning of April as the latest rumor, but nothing concrete.

hchan888 · Mar 27, 2012

I, too, am experiencing the same thing. No reboots since launch day and recently the past month, I've been getting a lot of random reboots. Same deal with you, either I'm writing an email or on messenger or whatsapp. Haven't installed anything new recently except some free games off Amazon App. But I don't get reboots on a daily basis though. Maybe like 3 restarts a week. Still annoying when it wasn't happening before.

trophynuts · Mar 27, 2012

i know it sounds like a lot of work but uninstall all of your apps then add each one back one by one. See which one is the culprit. I'm sure you battery life is also suffering from this as well right?

fendee1 · Mar 28, 2012

Good app to get is called ,boot, on the market. It simple just shows startup and crashes. Simple to use.

Tim K · Mar 28, 2012

I agree that its most likely an app problem. I don't think I've had more than 2 reboots since I got the phone on day 2 (I was busy day 1).

sourmilk · Mar 28, 2012

i started having daily reboots and shutdowns a few weeks ago as well. I uninstalled lightflow and volume+ four days ago and haven't had a reboot since.

Gunner · Mar 28, 2012

There is a known reboot issue regarding Wifi-to-mobile data switching. Reboot occurs when wifi signal is lost and phone tries to switch to 3G/4G. I've witnessed that type of reboot on my GN a few times. That is supposed to be fixed in the update.

SeattleYanksFan · Mar 28, 2012

I think I will do a factory reset and avoid apps like Nova Launcher and see if I find it helps. If not, will call Verizon and see if I can get a replacement. Thanks for the thoughts.

bacole08 · Mar 28, 2012

I still get reboots when I stream Pandora in my car while it's charging. I can stream it all day long without it charging, but if it get's plugged into the power cord then it'll reboot approximately 10-40 mins later.

I also get the occasional reboot when trying to access the camera from the lock screen.

I'm hoping 4.0.5 will resolve these issues.

BTW: Stock/Non-rooted

downstat · Mar 31, 2012

I was getting multiple auto-shutdowns when I installed the Verizon extended battery.

I went ahead and unlocked the phone, and installed the leaked 4.0.4 hoping that would fix it. That seemed to do the trick.. the up time was a few days... THEN... bam, auto shutdown after auto shutdown.

I took the extended battery out, put the stock battery back in.... no problems since (almost a month).

finndo77 · Mar 31, 2012

bacole08 said:
I still get reboots when I stream Pandora in my car while it's charging. I can stream it all day long without it charging, but if it get's plugged into the power cord then it'll reboot approximately 10-40 mins later.

I also get the occasional reboot when trying to access the camera from the lock screen.

I'm hoping 4.0.5 will resolve these issues.

BTW: Stock/Non-rooted

having this exact issue on my Verizon LG Spectrum, seems to happen street I plug it in even if the battery charge is still good. We just got our first ROM, and I installed it yesterday, no issues yet (this is my third handset, I've returned two so far, once for a battery that would not charge past 48% the other because I found the phone free with free overnight shipping online), wonder if it is a Verizon app? This ROM is crap free, so might be the solution.

js1083 · Apr 1, 2012

I noticed that my GNEX almost ALWAYS does random reboots when I use it to play music in my car...its so annoying...at first, I thought it was the music app so I switched it to a different one...and it has the same issues.

Boldy · Apr 2, 2012

I have the same problem with reboots while using pandora. Only seems to occur while charging. I can stream google music all day long without any problem.

DucatiDude · Apr 3, 2012

fendee1 said:
Good app to get is called ,boot, on the market. It simple just shows startup and crashes. Simple to use.

There is no App on Google Play named Boot...at least that I was able to find.

SeattleYanksFan · Apr 3, 2012

I did a factory reset and didn't install SwiftKey as almost every time I'd get a reboot, it was in the middle of typing using SwiftKey. Thus far, it's been a week and I only had one reboot when I woke up and turned the screen on in the morning.

Raftysworld · Apr 4, 2012

I will say that I had been getting a bunch of reboots on my device. Then I rooted, installed AOKP M4 and nothing since then. Of course, I only installed it a week ago, so I'm not going to say that the reboots are gone forever, but its a good sign. Hopefully the OTA drops soon...

On a somewhat related note, isn't it a little depressing that updates to the Nexus have to be carrier-approved, but Apple can just release a new version of iOS when they please? Verizon isn't even involved.

Halcyon · Apr 4, 2012

When I purchased my Nexus in Feb I had random reboots. Very frustrating. Then I had the brilliant idea to swap out the battery for a new one. Not one reboot since. I would try a new battery if you have reboots. Its worked for me. Three weeks and zero reboots. Phone has not been shut down in three weeks.

veccster · Apr 12, 2012

Frustrated as well...

I am stock but running on GO Launcher. I am getting random reboots as well - had 3 today. I leave my phone face up on my desk so I just happen to notice when it's doing it. Only once today did it reboot when I was using it - mid-text message (also using swiftkey). The other 2x didn't bother me.

Though it mostly doesn't disrupt my use....it bothers me that I don't know why its doing it. I'm not going to do a full reboot so there is no need to call VZW for help. I'm too customized with my widgets and screens and GO launcher preferences that I don't want to loose everything. I also hate loosing old texts and game stats (like angry birds). Honestly, I'd love to update but I'm not all of that can be restored easily - without restoring the issue too.

I absolutely love this phone but you need to be tolerant because it has issues. I blow through batteries quickly - even on wifi - the low speaker is frustrating and I get occasional connectivity issues (could be due to JuiceDefender).

I'm jealous of the consistency and product support (accessories) iPhone users experience but could never put up with the lack of customization. Hell...my phone was built with 3 pogos on the side and f'n company never even made a dock to utilize them. That makes no sense at all! Oh well...just venting!

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