The transition to a new smartphone, especially the change of ecosystem from Samsung to Xiaomi, often causes users mixed feelings. AMOLED-On the other hand, it's scary to lose important data, settings and the usual menu structure.
Fortunately, today’s Android-based operating systems provide powerful migration tools that minimize the risk of information loss, and the transfer process is much easier than it was five years ago, when every contact had to be imported manually and photos transferred through a computer.
In this guide, we will take a look at all the sync options available, from using the built-in Mi Mover app to Google’s cloud services, and learn how to save folder structure, Wi-Fi passwords, and even the location of icons on your desktop so that the new gadget becomes yours immediately.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before you start any copying software, you need to do a number of preparatory steps. Ignoring this step can cause the process to interrupt or damage files. Make sure that both smartphones are charged at least 60%, as active data transfer over Wi-Fi Direct significantly consumes battery power.
It’s also critical to check for free space on the target device. Redmi Note 10 Pro can have different amounts of internal memory, and if you upgrade from a 256GB model to a 128GB version, you’ll have to clear the extra one in advance.
⚠️ Note: Do not attempt to transfer data through USB-A direct phone-to-phone connection over Wi-Fi is much more reliable and faster.
Both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network, although many modern utilities create their own access point. Turn off the power saving mode on both devices, so that the system does not “fall asleep” at the most critical moment of transferring gigabytes of information.
☑️ Preparation for transfer
Using the Mi Mover app for full cloning
The most effective tool for Xiaomi owners is the Mi Mover app, which is pre-installed on the Redmi Note 10 Pro and available for download on Google Play for Samsung devices, which allows you to transfer not only media files, but also system settings, call history and SMS.
Run the app on your new smartphone and select the role "I am the recipient." On the old Samsung, after installing the program, specify that you are the "Sender." QR-code or find the device in the list of available networks.
- 📱 Select the data type: contacts, messages, images, video, audio, documents, applications.
- 🔒 Confirm the connection on both screens if a pairing request appears.
- 🚀 Click the “Send” button and wait for the process to complete without switching between apps.
The speed of transmission depends on the volume of data and the quality of the wireless connection. When transferring large video files in 4K or 1080p resolution, the process can take from 15 to 40 minutes.
What to do if the Mi Mover is frozen?
Sync through Google account: contacts and calendar
The most reliable way to save contacts, calendar events and notes is through Google Cloud Sync. This method is universal and does not depend on the smartphone brand. On Samsung, make sure that your account settings are ticked against Contacts, Calendar and Notes.
After the first login on the Redmi Note 10 Pro under the same login, all data will automatically be pulled into the corresponding applications, which is especially important for users who are actively engaged in business correspondence and planning.
If you used Samsung Cloud to store contacts, you may need to first sync them with your Google account on your old device, as direct integration between the Samsung and Xiaomi clouds is missing. To do this, go to your contacts settings on Samsung and select Contact Management → Google Sync.
| Type of data | Method of transmission | Speed. | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contacts | Google Sync | Instantly. | Tall. |
| Photo/Video | Mi Mover / Google Photo | Medium | Tall. |
| Annexes | Google Play | Depends on the network. | Medium |
| SMS messages | Mi Mover | Quickly. | Tall. |
Transfer of multimedia: photos, videos and music
Media files usually take up the lion's share of smartphone memory. The best way to port them is the Mi Mover, which retains the original image quality and structure of the albums. However, if you have a Google Photo subscription, you can just wait for all the images to be uploaded to the cloud.
With a wired USB-C connection, an adapter (OTG) can physically copy the DCIM folder from the old phone to the new one by connecting them directly or through a card reader, which is true in the absence of stable Wi-Fi.
Be sure to check the Download and Documents folder, which often stores important non-galleries files.Music files are also better copied manually or through a file manager to save tags and album covers.
⚠️ Note: When you move through Mi Mover, hidden folders and system attribute files may be skipped. Check for important documents manually after the procedure is completed.
Users who store music in high resolution FLAC or DSD should pay attention to the compatibility of the built-in Xiaomi player.Perhaps to play some formats will require the installation of a third-party audio player from the app store.
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Use the Cleanup feature in the Xiaomi Security app immediately after the transfer to remove duplicate files that may have formed during the migration process.
Migration of applications and their data
The list of installed apps is automatically restored via Google Play. When you log into the app store on the new Redmi Note 10 Pro, go to the profile → App and Device Management → Manage. There you will see a list of apps used on your account and you will be able to (massively) install them.
However, data inside applications (game progress, chats in messengers) are not always stored. WhatsApp, Viber and Telegram need to make a backup to the cloud of the corresponding service on the old phone before switching.
- 📲 WhatsApp: Settings → chat → Backup copy → Google Drive.
- 💬 Telegram: Data is saved on the server, just enter the phone number.
- 🎮 Games: Make sure that progress is saved through Google Play Games or a developer account (Facebook, VK).
Banking applications and secure enterprise customers will have to be reconfigured for security reasons, and access tokens are not transferred between devices, requiring re-authorization and device binding.
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Messenger data is not automatically transferred along with the app – be sure to back up chats in the cloud before resetting your old phone.
Decision (Frequently Asked Questions)
Users often face typical problems when migrating, such as some apps that may not open due to the lack of necessary permissions, and MIUI (Xiaomi’s shell) has a stricter security system than Samsung’s stock Android.
If you notice that notifications from apps don’t come, go to the battery settings and select No Limits mode for important programs, which will prevent them from being forced to close by the system.
You may also need to adjust your navigation buttons if you’re used to the physical Home button on Samsung. In the Redmi Note 10 Pro, you can enable gesture control or configure virtual buttons in the “Additional” → “Fullscreen” menu.