Changing your smartphone is always an exciting process, especially when you move to a different operating shell. Samsung device owners who are used to the One UI interface often wonder how difficult it will be to switch to the MIUI installed in the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10s. Fortunately, modern technology allows you to make migration almost invisible to the user, saving all the important files, passwords and settings.
The data transfer process does not require special technical skills or expensive equipment, just have both smartphones, a stable Wi-Fi connection and a little free time. Proper preparation and consistent execution of steps ensures that your new Redmi Note 10s will be fully ready to work immediately after turning on.
In this article, we will take a closer look at all the sync options available, from Google’s built-in tools to manufacturer-specific utilities, and learn how to avoid common errors and keep folder structure intact so that finding the right file doesn’t turn into a quest.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before the active copying phase begins, a number of preparatory steps must be taken, a critical step that can result in loss of information or interruption of the process halfway, and make sure that both devices are at least 60-70% charged, as active Wi-Fi Direct data transfers consume significant energy.
Both smartphones must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. If the router is not at hand, many transfer applications can create their own access point, but having a stable home Internet will speed up the process, especially if the data volume is large. Also check the availability of free space on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10s: the amount of memory available should exceed the size of the data you plan to transfer from Samsung.
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On Samsung, it is recommended to clear the temporary file cache so as not to overload the transfer channel with junk data. On the new Xiaomi, at the initial setup stage, the system itself will suggest starting the migration process, but it is better to have all the tools at hand in advance.
⚠️ Warning: Do not start porting if one of the devices is power-saving mode, this can cause the Wi-Fi connection to break at the most inopportune time and damage the data archive.
Using the Mi Mover app for full cloning
The most effective and native way for Xiaomi owners is to use the Mi Mover utility, which is pre-installed in the MIUI system and optimized for working with the file system of new smartphones, it allows you to transfer contacts, messages, call history, multimedia and even some system settings.
The process starts with running the app on both devices. On Samsung, the utility will likely have to be downloaded from Google Play, whereas on Redmi Note 10s it is already built into the settings section or is in the Tools folder. After launching, select the role of each device: "I send" on the old phone and "I accept" on the new one.
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If the Mi Mover app doesn’t find the devices, try turning off mobile internet on both smartphones, leaving only Wi-Fi. This often solves visibility problems on the local network.
Scanning. QR-The code that will appear on the Xiaomi screen will automatically create a secure connection between the gadgets. Next, you will be asked to select data categories for copying. The program interface allows you to flexibly configure the sample, eliminating, for example, heavy video files if you do not need them right now.
- 📱 Contacts and call history are transferred completely while maintaining the structure.
- 📸 Photos and videos are copied in original quality without compression.
- 📝 Communications SMS and MMS They are retained with the investments.
- 📲 Applications are only transferred in the form APK-files (installers), the data inside them may not be saved.
Transfer speeds depend on the number of files and the quality of the wireless module. For large data volumes (over 50 GB), the process can take from 30 minutes to an hour. Transfer interruption at this point is not scary - Mi Mover usually knows how to resume downloading from the stop.
Synchronization through Google Account and Cloud Services
An alternative and often more reliable method is to use the Google ecosystem, which, because both operating systems are Android-based, your Google account is the universal key to data, ideal for contacts, calendar, notes and installed app lists.
On Samsung, make sure sync is enabled. Go to your Google account settings and check if the boxes are ticked against the right boxes. If you've used Samsung Cloud or Google Photos with the download enabled, your images are already in the cloud and don't require physical cable or Wi-Fi transfer.
| Type of data | Synchronization method | Recovery speed | nuance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contacts | Google Contacts | Instantly. | Demands the Internet. |
| Photo/Video | Google Photo | Depends on the Internet. | Compression in “Economic” mode |
| Annexes | Google Play | Background loading | We need stable Wi-Fi. |
| Wi-Fi passwords | Google Smart Lock | Automatically. | Only for known networks |
When you first set up the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10s, simply enter your Google account login and password. The system will prompt you to restore a backup created on Samsung. This is the cleanest way to transition, since it does not drag system debris from the old device.
What to do if your contacts are not synchronized?
Manual transfer of multimedia and documents
Not all users want to rely on clouds or automated utilities, especially when it comes to sensitive documents or huge archives. RAW-And in these cases, the classic connection comes to the rescue. USB or use of a file manager.
To implement this method, you will need a USB Type-C cable – Type-C (or OTG adapter if the cables are different). Connect Samsung to your computer, copy the DCIM, Download, Documents and Pictures folders to your PC hard drive. Then connect Xiaomi and move the files to the appropriate directories.
Direct connection of two phones is also possible via cable, but this requires support for the function. OTG Host on both devices and the availability of special software, for example, Total Commander with a plugin LAN/WiFi. This method is more complex, but gives full control over each byte of information.
- 📂 WhatsApp folder is on the way Android/media/com.whatsapp on new versions of Android.
- 🎵 Music is often stored in the Music folder or in the root of internal memory.
- 📄 Downloads from the browser lie in the Download folder.
When manually copying, it is important to keep the folder structure in mind if you want apps (like players or galleries) to display content correctly. Redmi Note 10s has a fast UFS drive, so writing large files will go very quickly.
⚠️ Note: When copying a folder Android/obb Manually make sure you copy files for the games that are installed on the new phone, otherwise the games may not start or crash when you load levels.
The nuances of the transition from Samsung to MIUI
The transition from One UI to MIUI involves some features of the interface and logic of the system. Samsung users often get used to a certain location of the notification curtain and control panel. At Xiaomi, these elements are separated by default: swipe on the left is notifications, swipe on the right is switches.
You can change this in settings. Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Notification styles and choose the classic option if a new one seems uncomfortable. Also pay attention to aggressive battery optimization in MIUI, which can unload the background processes of messengers.
To properly work notifications from WhatsApp, Telegram and mail, you need to fix applications in memory and remove power saving restrictions. Press and hold the application icon, select About Application → Charge Saving → Set the value No restrictions.
Another important point is access rights: MIUI requests permissions more strictly (or simply differently), and when you first run a ported application, the system may ask for confirmation to install or run unknown applications several times if you have transferred installation files.
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The main feature of MIUI is the presence of built-in antivirus and memory cleaner. Do not remove the application "Security", it is critical to the stable operation of the Redmi Note 10s system.