The switch to a new smartphone is always accompanied by a desire to start using the device faster without being distracted by routine settings. The most important part of this process for most users is saving and transferring the phone book. Losing the numbers of colleagues, friends or delivery services when changing the gadget would be a real disaster, but modern technology allows you to avoid such situations.
Xiaomi Redmi 10 offers several built-in and third-party tools for data migration, each with its own advantages depending on the original device. SIM-The method you choose depends on where you are transferring data from: from another Android smartphone, iPhone or just backup.
In this article, we will take a look at all the ways you can choose the most convenient and quick option.We will look at the regular MIUI system facilities, Google account capabilities and specialized utilities.The right approach to this issue will save you time and ensure that no important number is lost when changing your phone.
Synchronization through Google account
The most reliable and versatile way to save numbers is to use Google cloud storage. If your previous phone was running Android, chances are all your contacts are already saved in the cloud, even if you didn't think about it.
The synchronization process occurs automatically after logging in to the system. You need to go to Settings → Accounts and Sync and make sure that the switch opposite the Contacts item is activated. The system will download all stored records from the cloud to the device memory.
If contacts don't show up right away, you can force the process to start, and in the same menu, click on the three dots in the top right corner and select "Sync." The download speed depends on the number of records and the speed of the Internet connection.
- 🔄 Automatic update of data on all devices
- ☁️ Secure storage of information in the cloud
- ⚙️ Minimum user involvement in the process
- 🔒 Password protection of the account
⚠️ Note: Make sure that the contacts on the previous device were saved to a Google account, not to the phone’s memory or to the user. SIM-map, otherwise synchronization will not work.
What if the contacts are mixed or duplicated?
Use of the Mi Mover app
Xiaomi has developed its own utility for quick data migration, which is ideal for switching from any Android device. Mi Mover is pre-installed on Redmi 10 and allows you to transfer not only contacts, but also photos, music and installed applications without using the Internet.
To get started, open the app on both smartphones. On the new device, select Receiver and on the old one, Sender. QR-If you have a Wi-Fi code or password connection, you'll start transferring data, and this method is particularly good for its speed and the ability to select only the right types of files.
The interface is as simple as possible, allowing even the inexperienced user to sort through the settings, so you can select specific categories of data to transfer, eliminating the extra, which helps not to clog the memory of the new phone with unnecessary garbage from the old gadget.
☑️ Check before launching the Mi Mover
- 🚀 High data transfer speed
- 📱 It works without an internet connection.
- 📂 It transfers not only contacts, but also applications.
- 🛡️ Local transmission without access by third parties
⚠️ Warning: Do not turn off smartphone screens or leave the app during the transfer process, as this can interrupt the connection and damage files.
Transfer from iPhone to Xiaomi Redmi 10
Apple owners who decide to switch to the Xiaomi Redmi 10 will need to do a little different, since direct synchronization via Mi Mover with iOS is limited. The most effective way is to use cloud services or a special application "Move to iOS" in the opposite direction, but the easiest way to use synchronization through iCloud.
First, on the iPhone, make sure that contacts are synced with iCloud. Go to Settings → [Your name] → iCloud and turn on the Contacts Toggle. Then go to iCloud.com on your computer, log in to your account and export your contacts in vCard (.vcf) format.
Send the file you get to your mailbox or upload it to Google Drive. On the new Redmi 10, download this file and open it. The system automatically prompts you to import the entries you find into your phone book. It's a universal method that works without installing any additional software on the smartphone itself.
| Parameter | Through iCloud (File) | Through the Mi Mover app | Through SIM-map |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed. | Medium | Tall. | Low. |
| Photo quality | It's still there. | It's still there. | It doesn't last. |
| Additional data | Email, addresses. | All data. | Only a number. |
| Difficulty | Medium | Low. | Low. |
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When transferring from an iPhone, it is best to pre-disable iMessage on an old device to avoid missing out. SMS-messages on the new Android-smartphone.
Import of contacts from SIM-card
This method is considered classic and suitable for those who switch from a button phone or do not use cloud services. SIM-The card has limited memory and storage format, so it does not allow you to save additional fields, such as a subscriber’s photo or email address.
To move the contacts, insert SIM-card to Xiaomi Redmi 10 slot. After booting, open the Contacts or Phone app. Go to the app settings (usually three points or a gear) and select Import/Export Contacts".
In the menu that appears, select "Import with" SIM-The system will suggest you to choose a destination: it is recommended to choose a Google account or phone memory, but not the phone itself. SIM-It takes a few seconds to create a duplicate map, and then all the numbers will appear in the list.
- 💾 Suitable for any phone.
- 🚫 Doesn't require the Internet.
- ⚠️ No photos and additional numbers
- 📉 Limitation on the number of symbols in the name
⚠️ Attention: Before extraction SIM-Make sure that the contacts are stored on it, and not in the internal memory of the device, otherwise the import will be empty.
Why can contact names be cut off?
Creating and importing backup (.vcf)
The universal format for storing a phone book is the vCard file with the.vcf extension. This format is supported by almost all operating systems and email clients. You can create such a backup on any device and open it on Redmi 10.
On the old phone in the contact app, select Export and specify the vCard format. The file will be stored in the device memory. Pass this file to the new smartphone via Bluetooth, messenger or USB-Xiaomi just clicks on a file to start importing.
This is convenient because it allows you to create an archived copy of the entire phone book, which can be stored on a computer or USB drive. In the event of loss or breakage of the phone, you can always restore the numbers by simply opening the saved file.
The route for manual import:
Contacts → Settings (three points) → Import/Export → Import from storage → Select file.vcf- 📁 Universal format for any OS
- 💻 Possibility of storage on PC
- 🔄 Easy recovery from the archives
- 📤 Ability to transmit via email
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A.vcf file is the most reliable way to create a complete backup of contacts that can be stored for years and opened on any device.
Solving problems in synchronization
Sometimes the transfer process may not go smoothly: contacts may be duplicated, avatars may not appear, or some records may be missing, often because the system sees multiple contacts at once (SIM, Google, Phone, Mi Account).
To eliminate confusion, open the Contacts app, click on the settings and select Contact Display. Make sure the check box is "All Contacts." If the numbers are duplicated, find the "Combine Repeated Contacts" option in the settings menu, and the system will automatically find and merge duplicates.
If sync with Google is frozen, try clearing the service cache. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps → Google Play Services → Memory and click Clear Cache. After that, restart the device and check the sync status again.