Changing your smartphone is always accompanied by a mild stress associated with the risk of losing important information. Owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem are in a better position, as developers have provided powerful built-in tools for migration.
There are several proven synchronization methods, each with its own peculiarities, and the choice of the specific method depends on whether the old device is running on Android or iOS, as well as the stability of the Internet connection.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the native Mi Mover app, which allows you to create an exact copy of the system on a new device, and we will also explore alternative options through Google Account and local backups for those who prefer full control over files.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before starting the procedure, you need to make sure that both smartphones are charged at least 60%.Abrupt power outage during the recording of system files can damage memory partitions or lose some contacts.
Check for free space on the receiving device. The amount of memory available should exceed the size of the data on the old phone, otherwise the process will be interrupted in the middle.
Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network unless you are using a direct connection through the access point that creates the transfer application itself.
⚠️ Warning: Do not attempt to interrupt the copying process by opening other applications or blocking the screen, as the system may go into power saving mode and break the connection.
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Using the Mi Mover app for fast transfer
The most effective way to transfer data from one phone to another Xiaomi is to use the Mi Mover utility preinstalled, which is built into the MIUI and HyperOS shell, so you don't usually need to search and download it separately, and you can find the program in the Tools folder or search by settings.
Run the app on both devices. On the new phone, select the role "I'm the recipient" (New Phone), and on the old one, "I'm the sender" (Old Phone), the system automatically scans the environment and offers a list of available devices for pairing.
Once the pairing code is confirmed on both screens, the category selection menu will open, and you can only transfer contacts and messages, or make a full cloned copy, including the placement of icons on the desktop.
The speed of transmission through Wi-Fi Direct, which uses the application, is much higher than through Bluetooth. Large 4K video files are copied almost without delay, making this method preferable for multimedia archives.
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If your device search fails, try temporarily disabling mobile internet (4G/5G) on both smartphones to avoid a conflict of network priorities.
Connection setting and file category selection
The interface allows you to flexibly configure what will be copied, which is especially useful if you want to start with a “clean slate” in the application part, but save all personal photos and call history.
When choosing a data type, look at System Settings, which includes Wi-Fi passwords, alarm clocks, voice recorders, and even alarm settings, eliminating the need to reconfigure your surroundings.
The table below compares copy times for different data volumes when using Mi Mover:
| Type of data | Volume | Approximate time | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contacts and SMS | < 100 MB | 10-30 seconds. | Basic connection |
| Photos (1,000 units) | ~3 GB | 2-4 minutes | Stable Wi-Fi |
| Video archive | 10GB | 8-12 minutes | 5 GHz Wi-Fi |
| Complete copy | 50+GB | 40+ mine | Charging is mandatory |
It is important to understand that some applications, especially banking and secure ones, do not transfer their data inside the archive for security reasons, and you will have to log in again after the migration is completed.
⚠️ Note: Applications related to finance and public services require manual re-authorization for security reasons, their data is not copied.
Alternative methods: Google Account and Cloud
If you can't use a direct connection for some reason, the Google ecosystem comes to the rescue, and it's ideal for those who regularly back up to the cloud, and just type in their Gmail login and password on a new device.
When you first set up Android, it will prompt you to restore your backup data, select the latest date, and return contacts, calendar events, notes, and list of installed apps.
Xiaomi also offers Mi Cloud, which allows you to sync gallery, voice recorder and notes between devices without the need for physical proximity, but there is little free space, so you will have to buy more subscriptions for large volumes.
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Using cloud technology requires a stable and fast Internet. Downloading tens of gigabytes of data over a mobile network can take a long time and exhaust your data plan.
Transferring data from iPhone to Xiaomi
The Mi Mover app is available on the App Store and works similarly to the Android version, the main difference being the limited access rights of the Apple operating system.
The iPhone will be able to move contacts, photos, videos and calendar events, but system settings, iMessage messages and purchased apps will not be able to move due to the closed Apple ecosystem.
The process begins with creating an access point on the new Xiaomi. iPhone connects to this Wi-Fi network, after which the scan begins. QR-This provides a secure channel without the use of third-party servers.
Once you have finished copying photos, they are automatically sorted by date in the gallery. MIUI. This eliminates the manual sorting of thousands of images that often happens when used. SD-map.
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Direct connection via Mi Mover is faster and more stable than downloading via cloud services, especially with large amounts of data.
Solving problems in transfer
Sometimes users encounter errors such as "Device failed to find" or a sudden process termination, most often the problem lies in the energy saving settings, which aggressively close the background processes.
It is recommended to temporarily disable battery optimization for the Mi Mover app on both phones, and make sure that the screens do not include blue filters or reading modes, which can distort colors when scanning. QR-code.
If the transfer is stuck at a certain percentage, try restarting both smartphones and starting over with only the problem file category. Partial transfer is often more successful than trying to copy everything at once.
⚠️ Warning: Make sure that both devices have current versions of the Mi Mover app, as older versions may not be compatible with the new HyperOS protocols.