Gone are the days when you think switching smartphones gives you a headache. Since, there are a lot of kinds of stuff you need to transfer while switching a smartphone like apps, contacts, call logs, messages, photos, videos, and other such content.
Therefore, whether you want to opt for the Galaxy S23 series or foldable phones like Galaxy Z Fold4 or Galaxy Z Flip4. You are able to seamlessly transfer stuff conveniently using Samsung Smart Switch.
Things to remember before you begin
In order to transfer your content, you need to be sure that you have the most recent and up-to-date version of the Smart Switch app installed on your Galaxy device. This app comes along with the device and one can download it from Google Play Store as well. On the other hand, switching from an iPhone and avoiding data loss, there are a few key points you need to remember.
- Back up your data to your iCloud account.
- Deregister your iMessage account.
- Have your iCloud ID and password handy.
- Don’t switch the SIM card, wait until the entire transfer is complete.
- Both the old and new devices must have at least 20% battery life.
Wired transfer via USB cable
This is one of the most recommended options for transferring huge amounts of content. Also, it is comparatively faster and enables to transfer of a variety of content.
Additionally, connecting a new Galaxy smartphone to an old device requires a Lightning-to-USB-C cable or a Lightning-to-USB-A cable. It needs to pair with the OTG adapter, while to proceed further follow the below steps:
- Tap on the Smart Switch app on your new Samsung smartphone, and agree to the terms of service.
- Select the “Receive data” option, and then choose the type of device you’ll be transferring content from, e.g., iPhone or iPad.
- Next, connect your iPhone to the Lightning end of the cable, and connect your new Galaxy device to the USB end.
- A pop-up will appear on your old smartphone, asking if you want to trust the connected device. Select “Trust” and enter your device passcode if it is asked to do that.
- Smart Switch will search your old smartphone for content to transfer.
- You’ll now see a list of transferrable content. Select the content that you want to transfer.
- If you’ve selected apps and you’re transferring from another OS, you’ll be prompted to choose the free Android versions of those apps.
Done with the above steps successfully, you will be notified in order to safely disconnect the USB cable. Now, you are all set to use your new smartphone.
Wireless transfer
This is a fast and easy-to-proceed way to transfer your content, as it doesn’t require any cables or adapters. While, if you transfer from an older Samsung phone or some other Android device, this is appropriate and convenient too. Also, switching to a Galaxy from an iPhone, then wireless tends to prove to be a good choice, especially for basic pieces of stuff. The steps to follow are given below:
- Open the Smart Switch app on your new Galaxy device, and select “Receive data.”
- Select “Wireless” for the data transfer method, if prompted.
- Select the OS of the device you’re transferring from. Then tap “Transfer.”
- If you’re switching from an iPhone, select “Get data from iCloud instead” present at the bottom of the screen. Ask to log into your iCloud account. For other Samsung devices, you’ll now open the Smart Switch app on your old device and select “Send data.”
- Smart Switch will connect to the backup, identify data that can be transferred, and present a list. Choose the content you want to move to your new device. When you’re ready, tap “Transfer.”
- Once the transfer is complete, you’ll see a summary of all the content you’ve transferred and a prompt to download the Android version of your old apps.
Thus Smart Switch makes upgrading really easy. Since transferring the content from any Android device, an iPhone, or even a Windows phone. This smoothly works with tablets as well, so you can use it in order to upgrade from an iPad to a newer Galaxy tab.
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