Changing the ecosystem from iOS to Android is always an exciting process that requires careful preparation, especially when it comes to popular models such as the iPhone and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. Users are often afraid of losing important contacts, photos or correspondence when switching to a new device, but modern migration tools minimize these risks.
The migration process to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is simplified by the pre-installed utilities, but there are a number of nuances that you need to know about in advance. Unlike wireless synchronization within the same ecosystem, cross-platform transfer requires direct connection or the use of cloud-based intermediary services. It is important to understand that some file formats may require conversion or special browsing.
In this article, we will discuss all the available ways of transferring information, paying special attention to the Mi Mover app, which is the most effective solution for smartphone owners of this brand, you will learn how to prepare both devices, which formats are supported and how to avoid common errors that lead to interruption of data transmission halfway.
Preparation of devices before the migration
Before you start the immediate file copying process, make sure both smartphones are ready to go. Charge your iPhone and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 to at least 60-70%, as active data transfer over Wi-Fi Direct can quickly consume battery power.
Be sure to check the operating system version on both gadgets. On iPhone, go to Settings → Main → Software Update and make sure that the current version of iOS is installed. For Redmi Note 7, the relevance of MIUI firmware is also critical, since older versions may contain bugs in the wireless module responsible for creating the access point.
Remember to turn off the power saving mode on both devices so that the system does not interrupt the transmission process in the background. If the iPhone is enabled Do not disturb or Air mode, they must be deactivated for the correct operation of the Wi-Fi module.
- ✅ Make sure your iPhone has iCloud Photo Stream disabled if you plan to move photos through the Google cloud.
- ✅ Check that the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 has Mi Mover app installed (usually in the Tools folder").
- ✅ Free up on the receiving smartphone memory more than the size of the data on the iPhone.
- ✅ Prepare passwords from Apple accounts ID and Google account.
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⚠️ Note: Do not start the transfer process if one of the devices is connected to an unstable Wi-Fi network that requires authorization via the browser (captive portal.
Using the Mi Mover application for wireless transfer
The most efficient and quick way to migrate is to use the proprietary Mi Mover utility, developed specifically for Xiaomi devices.This application allows you to transfer contacts, messages, call history, photos, videos, music and even installed applications (if they are compatible with Android) without using a computer.
To get started, open the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 app via menu or search. Select Receiver, and the phone will create its own Wi-Fi network. On iPhone, you need to download the "Mi Mover" app from the App Store, run it, and select the "Sender" role.
After the scan. QR-If you have code or manual connection to Xiaomi, select data categories to transfer. The system will automatically analyze the amount of information and transfer time. During operation, the screens of the devices may go out, but it is not recommended to interrupt the connection.
What if Mi Mover can’t see the iPhone?
The speed of transmission depends on the amount of data and the distance between devices. When transferring large video files in 4K resolution, the process can take considerable time, so it is better not to use smartphones actively at this point.
- 📲 Contact transfer is supported, SMS, Images, video, audio and applications.
- 📲 The transmission speed can reach 20-30 MB/s under ideal conditions.
- 📲 The app works without using mobile traffic.
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Mi Mover is a native solution that ensures the best format compatibility and folder structure on the new Xiaomi device.
Synchronize contacts and calendars through Google Account
If wireless is not possible for some reason or you prefer cloud-based solutions, the most reliable way to transfer contacts and calendar events is through Google account sync, which ensures that your address book is available on any Android device instantly after logging in.
On your iPhone, go to Settings → Contacts → Accounts → Add an account. Select the Google logo and enter your email details. In the switch list that appears, be sure to activate the Contacts and Calendar slider.
Once synced, the iPhone will start uploading data to Google servers, a process that can take anywhere from minutes to an hour depending on the number of records. On the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, you just need to log into the same account when you first set up or add it to Settings → Accounts and Sync.
| Type of data | Synchronization method | Time to update | nuance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contacts | Google Account | Instantly/On request | Check where new numbers are saved (on SIM or Google) |
| Calendar | Google Account | 15 minutes. | May not be able to carry reminders of a complex type |
| Notes | Google Keep appendix | Instantly. | Requires the installation of a separate application on the iPhone |
| Post | IMAP/POP3 | Scheduled. | No transfers required, only client setup |
It is important to note that when synchronizing contacts, duplicates may occur if the SIM-In this case, Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 will offer to combine records when you first import.
Transfer of multimedia: photos, videos and music
Multimedia files usually take up the largest amount of memory, and transferring them requires a special approach. While contacts weigh kilobytes, a photo library can be counted in gigabytes. Several proven methods can be used to efficiently migrate media libraries to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7.
One of the most convenient ways is to use the Google Photos app, install it on your iPhone, log in to your account and enable Autoupload. Once all the photos and videos are uploaded to the cloud, they will automatically appear in the gallery on Xiaomi when you log in to the same account.
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Use the “Save Space” mode in Google Photos on your iPhone to download the originals in full resolution, and store compressed copies on your device, saving space in iCloud.
The alternative is to transfer over a computer: connect your iPhone to your PC, copy the DCIM folder, then connect the Redmi Note 7 and copy the files to the appropriate directory, but this method requires free space on your computer's hard drive.
While porting video in HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) format, it can be difficult to play on older versions of Android or in third-party players. Redmi Note 7 usually handles on-the-fly conversion without problems, but for maximum compatibility, it is better to use the JPEG format.
- 🎵 DRM-protected music files from iTunes won’t be played on Android.
- 🎵 Video files MOV may require the installation of a third-party player, for example, VLC.
- 🎵 Albums and playlists can lose structure when transferred through a file manager.
⚠️ Attention: Format HEIC, The default version of iOS may not appear in some simple Android galleries. JPEG in the iPhone camera settings before transferring or using converters.
Migration of iMessage and WhatsApp Messages
Transferring your message history is one of the most difficult tasks when changing platforms, especially given the closed iMessage protocol. Standard means to transfer SMS and MMS from iOS to Android is impossible, since Apple does not provide such tools for third-party OSes.
WhatsApp is more optimistic, but requires a strict algorithm. Recent versions of WhatsApp have introduced the feature “Move chats to Android” on the iPhone. This requires you to reset the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 to factory settings (if it was already in use) or use it for the first time.
During the initial setup, Xiaomi select the option “Copy data from iPhone.” Follow the on-screen instructions by connecting devices with a Lightning-to-USB-C cable or via Wi-Fi. WhatsApp will offer to back up chats specifically for Android, which will be read by the new device.
Regular SMS and MMS will unfortunately remain on the iPhone, and the only way to save them is to take screenshots of important correspondence or use third-party paid utilities for PCs that can decode iTunes backups, although their performance is not guaranteed.
Don’t forget to turn off iMessage on your iPhone before you take it out. SIM-If you don't, messages from other iPhone users may continue to come to the old phone, not the Redmi Note 7.
Frequent problems and ways to solve them
Despite the fact that processes are fine, users may encounter various technical difficulties, often due to software version incompatibility or unstable connection, and understanding the nature of errors helps to quickly find a solution and complete the migration.
If data transfer is interrupted in the middle, check if the iPhone is enabled with Wi-Fi Assist mode, which can switch the device to the mobile network when the signal is weak. Also make sure that Xiaomi does not have a background activity limit for the Mi Mover application.
In cases where contacts are not displayed correctly (for example, instead of number names), try clearing the Contacts app cache on Redmi Note 7 via the Settings menu → Apps → All Apps → Contacts → Memory → Clear.
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Most portability problems are solved by restarting both devices and reconnecting to a Wi-Fi network without using a VPN.
Two-factor authentication is a special focus, and when you log into Google accounts or social networks, the new device may request confirmation codes that come via a new device. SMS. Make sure that SIM-The card is already installed in Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 or that the iPhone is enabled to receive the code.