How can I restore my S5?

[cr500taco]

screen doesn't work how to restore s5

dropped my s5 and now the screen doesn't work. Got a new s5 through insurance. Is there a way to reset the device to factory settings, since I can't view the screen?

 

[B. Diddy]

Re: screen doesn't work how to restore s5

I assume you have to return the broken S5 to the insurance company. Personally, I wouldn't worry about them trying to extract sensitive information from it. They don't have the time or inclination to do that.

Otherwise, try this method: http://forums.androidcentral.com/ge...de-accessing-locked-phone-cracked-screen.html. This will let you unlock the phone--but then I'm not sure the best way to do the factory reset. Maybe Kies has an option? (Sorry, I have no direct experience with Kies, so can't say for sure.)