Back up and transfer data
From iPhone to Android: how to switch
Samsung Smart Switch and Android setup offer different transfer methods. What matters is your new device and the data you want to bring across.
In brief: Choose the transfer method offered by the new device. Cable and wireless methods may transfer different types of data.
What should move to the new phone?
Make a backup first and list your most important content. Photos and contacts are only part of it: remember messengers, calendars, important files and app sign-ins too.
Samsung Galaxy: Smart Switch
On a Galaxy device, Samsung Smart Switch helps transfer data. Depending on the devices and software, a cable, wireless transfer or iCloud may be available as a source. The methods differ in what they can transfer. Follow the options shown on the new device.
Pixel and other Android devices
During setup, choose to transfer from an iPhone. Supported devices may offer a cable connection or wireless transfer. Follow the instructions for the specific new device; a Samsung procedure does not apply to every Android phone.
Not everything transfers automatically
After copying, check the important content. Sign-ins and especially protected accounts may require extra steps. What can be transferred depends on the method and software version, so a blanket promise that everything will be identical would be unreliable.
Check before handing over the old device
Open your most important apps and content on the Android device. Check that messages and calls are arriving correctly too. Only erase or sell the old iPhone after completing this check.
Need a hand? We’re happy to help.
Come and see us at Marienplatz. We’ll be happy to advise you and work out the right next step for your device together.
70178 Stuttgart · at Marienplatz
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