Buying a new smartphone is always a thrill, but the migration process can become a stress test for the nervous system. Today’s users store gigabytes of photos, hundreds of contacts and dozens of important applications that are unacceptable to lose. Fortunately, the MIUI and HyperOS ecosystem offers sophisticated tools that allow you to clone the contents of an old device to a new one in minutes without losing quality or folder structure.
There are several proven ways of synchronization, each of which has its advantages depending on the amount of information transmitted and the speed of the Internet connection.Native-utilities from the manufacturer often work faster than third-party counterparts, as they have direct access to the system partitions of Android. In this article, we will discuss in detail all available methods, from the built-in Mi Mover tool to cloud technologies, so you can choose the best option for your situation.
Before starting the procedure, make sure that both devices are charged at least 50-60%, as active data transfer over Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth can significantly consume battery power. It is also recommended to free up enough free space on the receiving gadget so that the process does not interrupt halfway due to lack of memory.
Using the Mi Mover app for quick migration
The most efficient and fastest way to develop specifically for the brand’s devices is the Mi Mover utility, which is preinstalled in the default system on most models starting with the latest model. MIUI 12, It allows you to transmit data over a direct Wi-Fi connection without using the Internet. 20-40 MB/s, which is much faster than standard Bluetooth.
To start the process, you need to open the application on both devices. On the new smartphone, you choose the role of "I am the recipient", and on the old one, you choose the role of "I am the sender", the system automatically creates an access point to which you need to connect, and it is important that the screens of both devices are turned on during the transfer, since energy-saving modes can break the connection.
The interface allows you to flexibly configure the selection of data: you can transfer only contacts and messages, or make a full copy of the system, including settings for alarm clocks, wallpaper and the location of icons on the desktop.
⚠️ Note: When transferring large amounts of data (over 50 GB), the process can take up to an hour. Do not unlock the screen or switch to other applications while Mi Mover is running, so as not to disrupt the integrity of the transmitted files.
What do I do if the transmission is suspended?
If the progress bar stopped at 99%, Don't rush to interrupt. Often, the system completes the background indexing of files. 5-10 If nothing changes, restart both phones and try to transfer data in smaller portions, like just photos and then contacts. Sync through your Mi Cloud account and Google Cloud is the most reliable way to save data in the long run. Integration with Google Account allows you to automatically save contacts, calendar, notes and Chrome history. To activate, you just need to log in to your account on a new device when you first set up, and the data will be pulled up automatically.Mi Cloud offers deeper integration with the shell. MIUI. Here you can save not only contacts and a gallery, but also voice recordings, settings of Wi-Fi networks and even the schedule of alarm clocks. Free storage is 5GB, which is enough for text information, but photos may require a subscription.To activate backup, go to Settings → Mi Account. → Mi Cloud. Make sure that the sliders in front of the right categories are activated, and on the new phone, just log in under the same login, and the content will appear in the appropriate applications, and the feature of this method is its independence from the physical proximity of the devices. You can set up a new phone even if the old one has already been sold or broken, the main thing is to have an up-to-date backup in the cloud. Local Backup and Recovery The built-in local backup function allows you to create a full system snapshot that is stored in internal memory or on the backup. SD-map. This is ideal if you want to migrate not only data, but also application logins, game progress and specific system settings. → The phone. → Reservation and rehabilitation → Mobile device. You can choose whether to save system data, applications or media, and once you create a backup file, you have to copy it to a new phone. 📊 Where do you prefer to store backups?In the Google cloudIn the Mi CloudOn your computer SD-Backup files are usually in the folder MIUI/backup/AllBackup. Once you copy this folder to your new device, you can start the recovery through the same settings menu. The process can take time, as the system will unpack and install the applications again. Mi Mover Mi Cloud Local Backup Speed Wi-Fi Direct Depends on the Internet High (local) Requires Internet No Yes No Save Application Passwords Partially No Yes Need PC No No To transfer a file Using local method requires careful copying The backup file has the extension.bak and can weigh tens of gigabytes, so it is better to use a computer or an external drive for temporary storage. If you have hundreds of gigabytes of photos and videos, wireless methods can be too slow, and then the most efficient solution is to use the computer as an intermediary. USB-cable and select the "File Transfer" mode» (MTP). Copy the folders. DCIM (photo and video), MIUI/backup, Download and Documents to your computer's hard drive, then plug the new smartphone in and transfer the data to the appropriate directories, which ensures maximum speed and no compression of images. When working with the file system, it is important to observe the structure of folders, especially for media files, so that they are correctly displayed in the gallery. DCIM/Camera, a screenshots in Pictures/Screenshots. ⚠️ Note: When copying large amounts of data through USB-Avoid using cheap charging-only cables. Use the original cable or certified support cable. USB 3.0 maximum speed. This method also allows you to audit files: while the data is on your computer, you can remove duplicates, unnecessary screenshots and heavy videos that you do not plan to store on the new device. Messengers store correspondence in secure databases that are not always copied by standard system tools. WhatsApp has a built-in backup mechanism that is better activated before switching to a new phone. Go to WhatsApp settings on your old device, select Chats» → «Backup chats" and click "Create a backup. Make sure the copy is uploaded to Google Drive. When you install the app on a new phone and log in to the same account, the system will prompt you to restore your message history. 💡Use the Chat Transfer feature inside WhatsApp settings to directly transfer your story from one Android to another via QR-It's easier for Telegram and Viber, because Telegram stores all the history on the server, so just enter your phone number. Viber also allows you to create a local or cloud copy that you need to activate when you first install. Some high-security banking and software applications may require re-authorization or even a call to support to reset the device. SIM-map, as it can be used for SMS When migrating, users may encounter various technical problems, and a common mistake is "Not enough space," even if there is free memory. This is because the system needs time to unpack the archives. Another problem is the incompatibility of Android versions. When you switch from a very old version (like Android 8) to a new one (Android 13/14), some system settings may not be transferred correctly. In such cases, it is recommended to transfer only user data and configure the system settings again. What if the new phone does not see the old one in Mi Mover? Make sure that both devices are on GPS and Bluetooth. Try to turn off mobile Internet and leave only Wi-Fi. Also check if one of the phones is not in the “flight” mode, if you can not aggressively block the data, you can get the application processes. Better to wait until the end or force the restart of both devices and start over. Will the keyboard layout and dictionary remain? If you use a standard Gboard or Sogou keyboard and log in to your Google/Mi Account, your personal vocabulary and input history sync automatically. Third-party keyboards may require a separate export of settings. The final step should always be to check the integrity of the data. Go through the gallery, contacts and important applications to make sure nothing is lost. Only then you can start cleaning or selling the old device.