Buying a new gadget is always accompanied by euphoria, but it quickly gives way to a slight panic when it comes to migrating information from the old device. The owner of the Xiaomi Redmi Note gets his hands on a powerful tool, but without the usual numbers, photos and settings, it remains just a piece of high-tech plastic and glass. Fortunately, the MIUI ecosystem and modern operating systems offer many ways to make this process as painless as possible.
There are several proven methods, each with its own advantages depending on the amount of information being transferred and the condition of the old phone: You can use the built-in Mi Mover app, Google cloud services, or manual copying via your computer. The choice of the particular method depends on whether your previous device is working and whether you have access to a stable Wi-Fi connection.
In this article, we will take a look at each step of preparation and direct transfer so you can start using the new Redmi Note immediately after unpacking. We will look at the nuances of working with different versions of Android, the features of porting WhatsApp and other messengers, and also discuss what to do if the old phone is no longer turned on.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before you start any manipulations, you need to make sure that both smartphones are ready to work. First of all, charge both devices up to 60-70%, as the process of transferring a large amount of data can significantly battery.
Be sure to connect both phones to the same Wi-Fi network if you plan to use wireless transmission methods. Connection speed directly affects the time you spend waiting. If you don't have access to the home network, you can distribute Wi-Fi directly from a new phone, creating an access point, which is often even faster and more stable.
⚠️ Note: Do not interrupt the data transfer process or switch to other applications during the migration. this can cause file damage or system freeze on one of the devices.
Remember to back up your most important documents separately, just in case. While current methods are reliable, human error or sudden software failure has not been canceled. Copy critical work files to a flash drive or to Google Drive cloud storage before you start your major work.
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Use of the built-in Mi Mover application
The most effective and native way for owners of Xiaomi equipment is to use the Mi Mover application preinstalled. This tool is designed specifically for the MIUI ecosystem and allows you to transfer not only media files, but also system settings, the location of icons on the desktop and the data of some applications. You can find it in the Tools folder or search the settings menu.
The launch process is simple: on the new Redmi Note, select the role “I am the recipient” and on the old device, “I am the sender.” MIUI, The app can be downloaded from Google Play or scanned QR-code that will appear on the screen of the new smartphone, after connecting the devices through QR-code or manual password entry, the system will prompt you to select data categories to copy.
The app automatically determines compatible formats and offers the best transfer path. You can choose specific folders, applications or system settings. Mi Mover is especially good in that it retains folder structure and even passwords from Wi-Fi networks, which greatly speeds up the initial setup.
What if the Mi Mover can’t see the device?
Make sure that both phones are enabled with Bluetooth and Geolocation. Also check that neither device is in power saving mode, which can block background data transfer. Sometimes it helps to reboot the Wi-Fi module on both smartphones. Transfer through your Google account and cloud services If you are switching from another Android smartphone or just preferring cloud technology, sync through Google Account will be your best ally. This method is ideal for saving contacts, calendar, notes and list of installed applications. When you first activate the new Xiaomi Note, just type your log and the cloud services, "And you will better use the photo backup and the last one of the photo service." After that, all your photos will appear in the gallery of the new phone automatically, taking up minimal memory space, since they are stored in the cloud. This is especially true for models with a small amount of built-in storage. However, it is worth remembering the limits. A free Google account provides 15 GB of space that is shared between Mail, Drive and Photos. If you have a lot of heavy 4K videos, there may not be enough space, in which case it makes sense to purchase a temporary subscription or use alternative clouds such as Yandex Disk or Dropbox. Method Speed What carries Dependence on the network Mi Mover High Everything (photos, applications, settings) Local network (Wi-Fi Direct) Google Account Average Contacts, calendar, list of applications Internet is mandatory USB Cable (PC) High Files, Photos, Videos, Documents No Bluetooth Low Only Small Files, Contacts No Manual File Transfer Requirement When it comes to gigabytes of music, movies or heavy archives with documents, wireless methods can be too slow. In this case, the good old man. USB-You can connect your old phone to your PC, you can choose file transfer mode (MTP) And copy the folders you want (DCIM, Download, Documents) to your hard drive. Then connect the new Xiaomi Redmi Note and transfer the saved data to the appropriate directories. This method gives you complete control over what exactly gets into the memory of the new device, and allows you to conduct a “digital cleanup” by leaving garbage on the old phone, and it is a great way to get around the file size restrictions that sometimes occur in messengers or the cloud. For users who prefer command line or advanced tools, there is a possibility of using the ADB (Android Debug Bridge. This allows you to make full backups of applications and their data, although for the average user this method may seem unnecessarily complicated. Standard copying through Explorer Windows or macOS is usually quite enough for 95% of tasks. ⚠️ Note: When manually copying, do not delete Android system files (folders with names like Android, obb, data) unless you are sure of their purpose. Switching from iOS to Android has always been considered a difficult process, but Xiaomi has made this task as simple as possible. In the Mi Mover app on the new Redmi Note, select the option of importing from the iPhone. You will be asked to install a special app on iOS or scan it. QR-The main challenge is to send iMessage messages and some of the secure data from apps that are closed by the Apple ecosystem, but contacts, photos, videos and calendars are seamlessly portable. For messages and notes, it is better to use standard iCloud exporters or third-party converter apps in advance. ID. Make sure you have access to your phone number or trusted Apple device to confirm your iCloud account login from your new Android device if you need to sync through Apple’s cloud. 💡When switching from iPhone, be sure to turn off iMessage on your old device before retrieving it. SIM-Cards, otherwise you may stop receiving them. SMS WhatsApp and Viber Messengers store their correspondence history locally or in the cloud linked to a specific account. For WhatsApp on Android, the most reliable way is to back up Google Drive on an old phone. After installing the app on the new Redmi Note and entering the same phone number, the system will prompt you to restore the history from the cloud. If you are switching between different operating systems (like iOS to Android), WhatsApp’s built-in chat migration feature may not work directly. In this case, the official chat port feature available in WhatsApp settings when you first start comes to the rescue, or using the Move to iOS app (in the opposite direction) and specialized utilities from manufacturers. Create a backup copy in the application settings (Viber) → Settings → Account → Backup Viber. Make sure that the copy is created in Google Drive, not locally if you change the device completely. After installing Viber on a new phone and confirming the number, click Restore from backup. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Can I transfer data if the screen of the old phone is broken? If the sensor is not working, but the image is, you can try to connect USB-mouse-over OTG, If the image is missing, but the phone is turning on and making sounds, it's helpful to connect to the computer if you've previously been allowed to debug. USB Otherwise, it's almost impossible to extract data without repairing the screen. 100 GB of data through Mi Mover? Time depends on the speed of the Wi-Fi router and the distance between devices (5 GHz and smartphones with Wi-Fi support ac/ax, speed 20-40 MB/s. Thus, 100 The data will be transmitted from approximately 40 minute 1.5 When using the clock. 2.4 GHz network time may increase in 3-4 Will the applications of banks disappear after the data transfer? App shortcuts themselves may be migrated, but for security reasons, banking apps and some secure services (Google Pay, Mir Pay) will require re-authorization. SMS. It's a normal practice to protect funds: Do I have to reset the new phone to factory settings before transferring? No, you don't. Mi Mover and other tools run on top of the existing system. However, if you have already set up your phone as new and installed many applications manually, the data port can create duplicates. → The phone. → Resetting your settings) and start migration clean.