Can You Recover Files From a Factory Reset Phone?

Honestly, it's very likely impossible unless you have really deep pockets or connections, like working for the Department of Defense or something. Don’t take Gemini's words too seriously on this one.

Nope, once a modern smartphone is factory reset, it loses the encryption key that protects the data. This means all your old files become basically inaccessible. It's like trying to unlock a safe when you no longer have the combination. It's really not something you can easily recover at home.

Just a heads-up, the idea that you can easily recover old files from a reset phone is pretty much a myth. A lot of people believe what they hear without understanding how encryption works, and that puts them in a vulnerable position.