HT4061 My phone keeps going into recovery mode. I've had rest 5 times now. I was told I need a new phone. Any resolution??

My phone keeps going into recovery mode. I've had rest 5 times now. I was told I need a new phone. Any resolution??

Maybe you should consider that new phone recommendation you got...
Who told you that?
Is the phone jailbroken? Was it hacked to unlock it? Has it been physically damaged? Did you get it wet?
You haven't provided anywhere near enough information.

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