Changing your smartphone, especially when you move to the Xiaomi ecosystem, often raises concerns about losing important data. Among the data, text messages, which can contain confirmation codes, important business correspondence or memorable dialogues, are particularly prominent. Modern devices offer several reliable ways to migrate this data, but not all users are aware of its existence.
The process of preserving the history of correspondence requires a careful approach, since standard methods of copying contacts may not affect the section. SMS/MMS. Depending on your new device model and operating system version MIUI Or HyperOS, the algorithm of actions may vary slightly, but the basic principles remain the same for all devices of the brand.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all the options available, from built-in system tools to the use of specialized software, you will learn how to avoid data loss and quickly configure a new gadget, while preserving the entire history of communication.
The easiest and most efficient way to transfer SMS to Xiaomi is to use the official Mi Mover app, which is pre-installed on all of the company’s smartphones and allows you to transfer data between devices without using the Internet, creating a direct Wi-Fi connection, which ensures high speed transfer and security of your personal data.
To start, you need to open the app on both devices. On the old phone, select the role "Sender" and on the new one, "Receiver." QR-In code or manual network connection, the system will prompt you to select data types for migration.
In the list of available options, be sure to check Messages or SMS. If you miss this step, correspondence will remain on the old device.
It is important to note that when you migrate to devices with an older version of Android, database format conflicts may occur, in which case the system will automatically offer conversion, but it is better to check the compatibility of the versions of the software.
What to do if the Mi Mover is frozen?
If the transfer process is stuck at a certain percentage, try restarting both devices and repeating the procedure. Also make sure that the receiving device has enough free memory to host the message database files.> Backup via Mi Cloud Cloud Mi Cloud provides a convenient way to save data that does not require the physical presence of both phones nearby. This method is ideal if your old smartphone is already sold, lost or simply unavailable, but you have previously enabled sync. To activate the function, go to the Mi Account settings and select the "Mi Cloud" section. Here you need to activate the switch opposite to "Messages." The system automatically downloads from the current account under the new SMS, then the data will be logged in. However, it is worth considering the limitations of the free plan, which is often just 5 GB. Texting volume is usually small, but if you store a lot of media in an MMS, the place can end quickly. Local reservation option Mi Cloud Google Drive High Network Dependence Average Internet Required No Needlessly Limits the amount of only 5 GB of phone memory (free) 15 GB (free) Automation Manual Automatic Cloud Use is especially relevant for those who often change devices or fear physical loss of the gadget. Data in Mi Cloud is encrypted, which makes their servers inacceivable even in the case of leaks. If you are switching to Xiaomi from another Android smartphone (such as Samsung or Pixel), the most logical solution will be to use the capabilities of the Google ecosystem. This system is deeply integrated into Android and allows you to save your message history if the corresponding feature is enabled. On the old device, make sure that the backup of SMS is activated in the Google Drive settings. When you first set up a new Xiaomi, just log in to your Google account. The system will offer to restore data from the last available copy. This method is good for its versatility, but has one significant drawback: recovery can take a long time, since files are loaded sequentially, in addition, all the applications do not support Google backup. Remember that when you restore from Google Drive, some specific metadata may not be saved, such as the delivery status or exact reading time in some third-party launchers. Migration from iPhone to Xiaomi Data Transfer from iOS to Android always comes with certain difficulties due to the closedness of the Apple operating system. Standard copying methods do not work here, since the iPhone file system is not available for direct reading by external devices without special software. To solve this problem, Xiaomi has developed the Move to iOS application (in reverse link) or uses the “Data Transfer from iOS” function in the settings of the new phone. You will need to download the iPhone application on the following way: “The process looks like the iPhone” from the iPhone application on the iPhone. Select “Messages” in the data transfer list. that iMessage (blue bubbles) cannot be moved to the standard section. SMS Android due to differences in encryption protocols. ⚠️ Note: When you migrate from your iPhone to Android, your iMessages may convert to plain text or not at all unless they were sent as standard. SMS/MMS. Green bubbles are easily copied, and to complete the process successfully, both phones must be close by and have a stable connection, and interruption of communication during the transmission of large amounts of history can damage the message database. Third-party backup applications When regular funds fail or more flexible setup is required, third-party developers come to the rescue. SMS Backup & Restore. It allows you to create full copies of correspondence in the format XML. The advantage of this approach is that you get a physical file that can be saved to your computer, flash drive or any cloud (Dropbox, Yandex.Disk), which gives you complete control over your data, independent of Xiaomi or Google services. To restore, you just need to install the application on a new phone, specify the path to the backup file and start the import process. 📂 Format XML: Universal text format readable by most programs. ☁️ Autoboot: Ability to set up automatic copy submission to the cloud on schedule. 🔒 Security: Local storage without transferring to third-party developer servers. Using third-party software requires the issuance of extended permissions to access the software. SMS. Trust only trusted applications with high ratings and a lot of feedback to avoid leaking sensitive information. Solution and possible errors During the transfer process, users often face technical problems. One of the most common is the “Not enough space” error even when there is free space. This can be due to file system fragmentation or file size restrictions in older versions of Android. Another problem is the lack of messages after recovery. Often this happens if the database on the old phone was damaged or if a garbage cleaning application was used that deleted the system files of the message cache before copying. If you see messages with unknown numbers or “broken” text, try using the “Default Restore” feature in the Messages app settings, then repeat the import. In rare cases, a full reset of the new phone settings is required before the re-immigration procedure. ⚠️ Note: Do not interrupt the recovery process even if the screen is gone, this can lead to a complete loss of the database and require complex intervention through the use of the system. ADB-Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Can you transfer text messages without the Internet? Yes, it's possible. Use the Mi Mover app, which creates a local Wi-Fi network between devices, or create a local backup on an old phone, transfer the file to a new one through a new one. Bluetooth/USB And restore it. Do the attached photos and videos from the MMS? When using Mi Mover and Mi Cloud, the media attachments are usually saved, but when transferring via Google Drive or third-party apps, make sure that you choose the option to enable media files, as they take up a significant amount of memory. What to do if messages have moved but are not displayed? try clearing the Messages app cache through Settings → Annexes → Communications → Memory. → Clear the cache. Also check if the spam filter, which could automatically hide imported numbers, is it safe to store SMS in the cloud? Cloud services of large companies use encryption, but for maximum confidentiality of critical codes (for example, from a bank), it is recommended to use local backup to a protected medium, rather than a public cloud.