Even if it takes an additional 10 minutes out of your routine, there are perfectly legit reasons why you should make it a priority to turn your iPhone off once in awhile. Wondering how often you should be giving your device a much-needed rest? We asked an expert: This is exactly how often you should restart your iPhone. One way to take care of your phone — and it’s a way that is often overlooked — is by turning it off once a week so that it can actually rest. According to Reader’s Digest: “There