Changing a smartphone is always an exciting moment, but it is often overshadowed by the fear of losing important contacts, correspondence or precious photos. Owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem can rest assured: developers have provided powerful migration tools that allow you to clone an old phone almost one-to-one. The process has become so automated that even an inexperienced user can cope with it in minutes, preserving the structure of folders and the location of icons.
However, there are many nuances that depend on the Android version and the donor device model. If you switch from another Android smartphone (whether it’s Samsung, Honor or OnePlus), you will have maximum portability, including system settings and Wi-Fi passwords. In this article, we will examine all the available methods, from the branded Mi Mover application to cloud services.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before you start the copying process, you need to perform a number of preparatory actions that are often ignored by users, which leads to errors or interruption of the connection. The most critical point is the battery charge: both devices must be charged at least 50-60%, as active transmission of large amounts of data over Wi-Fi Direct can quickly drain the batteries.
Also worth checking is the availability of space on the new Xiaomi.The amount of internal memory of the new gadget should exceed the amount of data you plan to transfer from the old phone.If you store hundreds of gigabytes of video, it may make sense to clear unnecessary garbage beforehand or use an external SD memory card.
- 🔋 Charge both smartphones to levels above 50% and connect them to chargers during the process.
- 📶 Make sure both devices have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules enabled, as well as location permissions (GPS).
- 📲 Remove unnecessary apps and files on your old phone to speed up the process and avoid copying digital junk.
It is important to note that most modern transfer methods require a Google account to work.If you are not logged in to your Google profile on an old device, do so in advance to sync contacts and calendar.Without this step, it can take much longer to restore the phone book.
⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the transmission process even if the device screen is turned off. Active use of phones (calls, games) during migration can lead to file damage or freeze the Mi Mover interface.
Check operating system versions. Although compatibility is usually high, on very old versions of Android (below 6.0), some features may not work properly, in which case you should use manual copying via computer or cloud storage.
Using the Mi Mover app for fast transfer
The most efficient and native way for Xiaomi ecosystem is the Mi Mover utility. This application is pre-installed on all smartphones with the shell MIUI and HyperOS, but it can also be installed on any other Android from the Google Play Store. The algorithm is built on creating a local Wi-Fi network between devices, which ensures high speed transfer without using Internet traffic.
Run the app on both devices. On the new Xiaomi, select I'm a recipient, and on the old phone, I'm a sender. QR-If you have a code or a manual password connection, the devices will establish a secure connection.
☑️ Check before launching the Mi Mover
You can choose from specific file types: images, music, videos, documents, as well as installed applications. The Mi Mover feature is that it can carry more than just itself. APK-Program files, but also, in some cases, their data (cache, logins), if the application architecture allows it.
- 📸 Multimedia: Photos and videos are transferred with the preservation of metadata (date of shooting, geolocation).
- 📞 Contact and SMS: Complete copy of the phone book and message history, which is critical to keeping the context of communication.
- 📱 System settings: Wi-Fi passwords, alarm clocks, and interface settings can be copied if versions are available. MIUI near.
The speed of transfer depends on the number of files. Thousands of photos can be copied from 10 to 40 minutes. During this time, the screens of devices can go out — this is normal, but it is better to periodically check the status of the progress bar. If the transfer is up 99%, do not rush to restart the phone, sometimes the system takes time to finalize the indexing of files.