HTC One M8 is no longer working - it may be because of it

Your HTC One M8 is no longer starting? That does not necessarily mean that the smartphone is broken. We give you tips that you can use to get the device up and running again.

HTC One M8 is no longer working: You can do that

• Make sure your HTC One M8's battery is sufficiently fully charged. The best way to do this is to connect the device to a wall socket with a charger for at least two hours.
• In a separate article you will learn in detail how to charge the smartphone correctly.
• If your smartphone still does not start, press the power button and the volume up key simultaneously for at least ten seconds. This will perform a soft reset.
• If that doesn't work, connect your One M8 to a charger again. Now hold down the power button and both volume buttons for two minutes. This will calibrate the battery. The device should then restart automatically.

One M8 no longer works: More tips

• Make sure you charge your HTC One M8 with a working charger. Replace this if necessary.
• Do not use the smartphone in extreme temperatures such as extreme heat or freezing cold.
• If there is no improvement in sight, you should contact HTC Customer Service and describe your problem in detail.

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