Data portability to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro 128 GB: full guide

Buying a new smartphone always causes mixed feelings: the joy of owning a modern gadget and a slight panic because of the need to transfer all the information. Model Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro with a storage capacity of 128 GB offers excellent opportunities for storing multimedia, but filling this space with data from an old device requires a competent approach. The migration process can seem difficult only at first glance, but modern tools MIUI make it as simple and fast as possible.

There are several proven ways to upgrade to a new device, each with its own advantages depending on the original operating system of your previous phone: you can use the built-in Mi Mover app, Google cloud services or local backup. The choice of method depends on how much data and which version of Android is installed on the old device.

In this article, we will take a closer look at all the preparation and transfer process so you can start using the new Redmi Note 10 Pro right after unpacking without losing important contacts and photos. We will look at the nuances of working with different types of files and how to avoid common errors that can lead to data loss or system damage.

Preparing the old and new device for migration

Before you start any data manipulation, make sure that both smartphones are in good condition and ready to work. Charge the battery of both devices to a minimum of 60-70%, as the process of transferring a large amount of information can be energy intensive. If one of the phones runs out at a critical moment, the transmission may interrupt, which will require a repetition of the procedure.

Special attention should be paid to the screen and touchscreen status on the old phone, as you will have to actively interact with the interface to confirm access rights. Also check that the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro has the latest available system update to avoid conflicts of versions of MIUI.

Make sure you know the passwords from your Google and Mi Account accounts, as they may be required to log in during the setup process.If the old device has two-factor authentication installed, make sure you have access to your phone number or backup codes to log in.

Using the Mi Mover app for Android devices

The most efficient and quickest way to transfer data between Android smartphones is the Mi Mover app, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices, but it can also be downloaded from Google Play to any other brand, and allows you to transfer contacts, messages, calls, apps, music, videos and photos without compressing quality.

To start the process, open the app on both devices. On the new Redmi Note 10 Pro, select Receiver, and on the old phone, Sender. The app will create a Wi-Fi hotspot that the old device will need to connect to, and the transfer speed is much faster when using this method than using Bluetooth or mobile Internet.

⚠️ Warning: While running Mi Mover, do not switch to other apps or block smartphone screens, as this can break the connection and interrupt file transfer.

Once connected, select the categories of data you want to migrate, you can customize the choices in detail, such as migrating only certain albums from photos or favorite apps, and the system will sort the files itself and start copying, displaying real-time progress.

Transferring data from iPhone (iOS) to Xiaomi

iPhone owners who have decided to switch to Android also have Mi Mover, but with some limitations related to the closedness of the iOS operating system. To get started, you need to download the Mi Mover app from the App Store to an iPhone. The process of creating a connection is similar: the new phone acts as a recipient, and the iPhone – the sender.

It is important to understand that due to Apple’s security policy, you will not be able to migrate the apps themselves (they are not compatible) or saved Wi-Fi passwords. However, contacts, photos, videos and calendar events will be successfully copied to the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro. Music purchased on iTunes may not be portable due to the DRM-defense.

Once the basic transfer is complete, it is recommended to manually check account syncs.You may need to re-sign in to some services, such as WhatsApp or Telegram, to restore your correspondence history, since these messengers store backups in their ecosystems (iCloud or Google Drive).

Synchronization through Google Account and Cloud Services

An alternative and often more reliable way is to use Google cloud sync, which is ideal if you’ve used Android before. When you first turn on the new Redmi Note 10 Pro, the system will prompt you to log in to your Google account. Once you log in, contacts, calendar events and installed app list will automatically download.

Photos and videos, if the old phone had Google Photos enabled, will appear in the gallery automatically as they are uploaded from the cloud, which saves time on the initial setup, since it does not require both devices to be nearby at the same time.

For users who are actively using the Xiaomi ecosystem, synchronization through Mi Cloud is useful, allowing you to store backup copies of system settings, voice recordings and screenshots, but the bulk of the data is still better stored in Google Photos or on physical media.

Backup and Restore Locally

MIUI has a powerful built-in tool for creating local backups, which is especially useful if you want to migrate specific settings or application data that are not synced through the cloud. To create a copy, go to Settings → About Phone → Backup and Restore.

Select "Backup" and mark the data you want. Once the process is complete, the backup file will be stored in internal memory. 10 Pro, copy the folder. MIUI/backup/AllBackup from old device to new one through USB-cable.

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To transfer a local copy without a computer, use the “Send” function inside the backup menu by selecting the transfer via QR-Wi-Fi Direct code or Wi-Fi Direct if both Xiaomi phones are available.

On the new device, go to the same settings section, select Recovery, and specify the path to the copied folder, and the system will prompt you to recover data from the backup you found, which ensures that even if the Internet connection is unstable, your data will remain safe.

Hand-held Multimedia Files and Documents

Sometimes automatic methods can skip files, especially if they are in custom folders or are large. In such cases, it is advisable to use manual copying. Connect your old phone to your computer in file transfer mode (MTP) and copy the DCIM (camera), Pictures and Download folders to your PC hard drive.

Then connect the new Redmi Note 10 Pro to your computer and transfer the stored data to the appropriate directories, a method that is also convenient for archives: while you copy files, you can immediately remove unnecessary debris, freeing up precious space on the new 128-gigabyte drive.

⚠️ Note: When manually copying, do not break the folder structure inside the system directories so that applications can correctly recognize media files after transferring.

For documents and work files, it is convenient to use cloud storage, such as Google Drive, Dropbox or Yandex.Disk. Upload files to the cloud from your old device and download them to a new one, which will provide access to important documents even in the event of loss or breakage of one of your smartphones.

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The combined approach (Mi Mover for system + manual copying for heavy video) gives the best result and speed.

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