How to Move All Data from One Phone to Another Xiaomi

Buying a new Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone always brings mixed feelings: the joy of owning a fresh gadget clouds the prospect of a long and tedious setup. However, modern technology allows you to avoid many hours of manual transfer of contacts, photos and settings. In the ecosystem of MIUI and the new HyperOS, this process is automated to the limit, turning a complex technical procedure into a matter of minutes.

In this article, we will take a look at all the ways you can migrate user information, learn how to use the built-in Mi Mover tool, how to sync data through the cloud, and what nuances exist when you switch from Android to other manufacturers.

Before you start active, you need to make sure that both devices are ready to work. Both phones should charge at least 50-60% of the batteries, as the process of transferring large amounts of data can be energy intensive.

Using the Mi Mover app for quick migration

The most efficient and quickest way to transfer information between smartphones of the Chinese manufacturer is the proprietary utility Mi Mover. This application is pre-installed in the default system and does not require installation from third-party sources, which guarantees data security. The principle of operation is based on the creation of a local Wi-Fi network between devices, so that the transfer speed can reach tens of megabytes per second.

To start, open the Settings menu. → The phone. → Mi Mover or find the app in the Tools folder. On the old device, select the role "Sender" and on the new device, "Receiver." QR-code or connect to the network manually, and once the connection is established, the interface will suggest selecting data categories to transfer.

Importantly, Mi Mover can port not only media and contacts, but also system settings, including desktop icons and Wi-Fi passwords. However, not all applications can be ported, some banking programs and secure services will require separate authorization or reinstallation from Google Play.

• 🚀 High data transfer speed without using Internet traffic.
• 🔒 Local connection ensures confidentiality of information.
• 📱 Ability to transfer the layout of the desktop and system settings.
• ⚠️ Not all third-party applications support full portability of login data.

⚠️ Note: During the transfer process, do not leave the application or block device screens, as this may interrupt the connection and require restart procedures.

Sync with Mi Cloud and Xiaomi account

An alternative and more “cloud” method is the use of Mi Cloud, which is ideal for those who want to have a backup of data in a remote storage in case of loss or failure of the device. To work, the method requires that the old phone has been enabled to synchronize the desired partitions in the Settings menu → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.

When you first turn on a new smartphone, just enter your Mi Account, and the system will suggest that you restore data from the last backup, this allows you to instantly access contacts, notes, voice recordings and gallery. Free storage is limited to 5 GB, so large photo archives may require tariff expansion or selective synchronization.

The feature of this method is that it can selectively restore, so you can choose not to upload old photos so you don't take up space, but you can definitely restore contacts and calendar, and this makes the approach a flexible tool for managing digital space.

Transferring data through Google Account

Google’s ecosystem remains the foundation of the Android operating system, and it’s not worth ignoring its capabilities when changing phones, which is especially relevant if you’re switching from a different manufacturer’s device to Xiaomi. Most of the data, including contacts, calendar events, and installed app lists, is stored here.

To activate the process on the old device, go to Settings → Google → Backup and click "Start Copy." Make sure the list includes application data and SMS-On the new phone, when you first set up, type the same Gmail address, and the system will automatically prompt you to restore content from the cloud.

Keep in mind that it can take a considerable amount of time to recover from Google One if you have a lot of apps installed, as they will be downloaded from the store again. Unlike Mi Mover, it does not copy data inside apps (logins, game progress) unless the developer has provided separate synchronization.

Working with multimedia: photo, video and music

The largest files on a modern smartphone are always photos and videos. If you do not want to waste mobile traffic or wait for download to the cloud, the best solution is to copy directly through your computer or use it. OTG-When you connect your phone to your PC, select the mode of operation. USB File transfer (MTP) and copy the folders. DCIM and Pictures on the hard drive.

Then plug in the new phone and transfer the data to the appropriate directories, a method that ensures that the original image quality is maintained without the compression that cloud services sometimes use to save space. Xiaomi owners also have a Second Space feature, but it is not designed to physically transfer files.

If you're not comfortable using your computer, you can use an external drive with a USB Type-C connector. Just plug the USB drive into your old phone, copy the files, and then plug it into a new one. It's fast, reliable, and independent of the speed of the Internet connection.

• 📂 folder DCIM All photos and videos from the main camera.
• 🎵 Music is often located in the Music or Download folders.
• 💾 Using a PC eliminates loss of media quality.
• 🔌 Cable OTG It allows you to transfer data without wires and networks.

⚠️ Note: When copying via computer, make sure you copy hidden folders with app settings (such as WhatsApp Media) if you want to save your correspondence history.

Transfer of messages and call history

History of challenges and SMS-Messages are the data that is often lost when changing devices unless you use specialized tools. Google's standard synchronization sometimes saves the data. SMS, But it doesn't always restore them properly to a new location, and the best way to guarantee a result is the Mi Mover, which specializes in cloning these particular system logs.

If you move from iPhone to Xiaomi, the situation is complicated by the closedness of iOS, in which case the application Move to iOS (at the stage of setting up the new Android) or third-party programs like Copy My Data will help. However, the full transfer of call history from iOS to Android often remains unavailable due to Apple’s security limitations.

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To transfer WhatsApp history, use the built-in backup feature in Google Drive inside the messenger itself before you switch to a new phone.

After the transfer, make sure that all numbers are displayed correctly. Sometimes contacts can be “two” in both your phone’s memory and your Google account, in which case, use the Contacts app and the duplicate merging feature to clear the phone book.

Problem solving and expert advice

Despite the automation, the process can run into obstacles, and a common problem is interrupting Wi-Fi Direct when using Mi Mover. This can be due to energy saving. Before starting the procedure, it is recommended to turn off the energy saving mode on both devices and close the background applications that consume network resources.

Another nuance is that it's banking and government applications, and even if it's moved, it's going to require re-assignment or login, which is a normal security practice, and it's impossible to get around. Remember passwords from important accounts in advance so that you do not get blocked when you try to log in from a new account. IP-address.

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The most reliable scenario is a combination of methods: Mi Mover for system and applications, Google Drive for contacts, manual copying for heavy video archives.

If the phone is slow after the transfer, give it time. HyperOS or MIUI takes several hours in the background to index files and optimize installed applications. Don't panic if the first hour the gadget can heat up or discharge faster.

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