I'm trying to figure out if my phone's issues are software or hardware related. It has multiple problems: overheating, poor battery life, and occasional screen flickering. These seem like potential smartphone hardware malfunctions. What are the common signs that indicate hardware vs software problems?
Smartphone hardware malfunctions vs software issues: Hardware problems are usually consistent and reproducible. If your phone always overheats in the same spot, or the screen always flickers under certain conditions, it's likely hardware. Software issues are more random and might be fixed by reboots or safe mode. Multiple unrelated symptoms (overheating + battery drain + screen issues) often point to motherboard problems.