Reinstalling Android via computer?

cronie

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I have a virus or some other malware that persists even after doing a full system wipe (factory reset.)

How can I SAFELY reinstall android 6.0.1 to my phone from my computer or some other source, without using the factory reset on the phone? In other words, can I just reinstall the OS with a USB cable connected to my computer? and is there ANY danger of bricking the phone?

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anon(10181084)

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Ok, so here's the deal. If you can get into the developer settings choose the OEM Unlock option and follow the on-screen instructions bto unlock your bootloader. This will VOID YOUR WARRANTY! Next up, look up "<phone model number> stock firmware". If you get links on XDA, follow the instructions they give you. In the case of a Samsung device, you will be using Odin to flash the ROM.