How to sync two Xiaomi phones with each other

Owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem often face the need to transfer data or ensure the continuous operation of two smartphones at the same time. Whether it is switching to a new model or using a separate device for work, competent synchronization becomes a key point of comfortable operation. Modern technology allows not only to copy files, but also to create a single information space where changes on one gadget instantly affect the other.

The setup process may seem complicated at first, but the tools MIUI and HyperOS make it much easier. Using the Mi Cloud, you can access contacts, gallery, notes, and even browser history from any device, and it’s important to understand that a stable Internet connection and a single account on both devices are required to fully work.

In this article, we will take a look at all the ways to combine devices, from standard system tools to specialized utilities. You will learn how to set up automatic photo transfer, how to migrate Wi-Fi applications and passwords, and what nuances to consider when working with two phones. The correct setting of Mi Account is the foundation on which the user-friendliness of the entire ecosystem of the brand is built.

Mi Account preparation and basic setup

The first and most important step is to sign up and sign in to a single account, and Mi Account is the link between your devices, and if you don't already have an account, you have to create one by giving your current phone number or email address, and without that, cloud sync won't work.

Both smartphones must sign in under the same login, go to Settings → Mi Account and log in. The system can request confirmation via SMS or mail, which is standard security procedure. Make sure both devices have the current operating system version installed, as older versions of MIUI may not support new sync protocols.

⚠️ Warning: Never sign in to your main Mi Account on someone else's or unverified devices, this can lead to a leak of personal data, as the account owner has the ability to remotely control the phone, including locking and tracking location.

Once the authorization is successful, the system will suggest synchronizing different data categories, and it is recommended to activate all the necessary points immediately so as not to return to this issue later, and special attention should be paid to the Contacts, Gallery and Notes sections, since these data are often the data that require prompt access from different devices.

Configure cloud synchronization Mi Cloud

Mi Cloud provides users with 5GB of free space, which is enough to store contacts, messages and system settings. To activate data transfer, open your account settings and select "Mi Cloud." Here you will see a list of all categories available for sync.

For each type of data, you can customize behaviors, for example, for a gallery, you can choose to sync only over Wi-Fi, so you don't waste mobile traffic. In the Notes section, you can change in real time, so if you create a record on one phone, you can instantly see it on the second phone, which is especially useful for keeping work to-do lists.

It's important to note that some applications, such as Dictaphone or Calendar, also depend on cloud settings. If you don't see records or events on the second device, check if the switch is active for these categories, and sometimes you need to manually press the "Sync" button in the cloud service menu to force the data to be updated.

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Use the Advanced Cloud feature for important data if the standard 5GB is not enough. This is a paid service, but it allows you to store significantly more photos and videos in original quality.

We should mention the Wi-Fi password synchronization feature, which means that if you connect a new router to one phone, the second phone will automatically receive login data from the side, eliminating the need to manually enter complex character combinations on each device.

Local Data Transfers via Mi Mover

When you want to transfer a lot of data, like when you replace your old smartphone with a new one, it's more convenient to use the Mi Mover app, which is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices and works without an Internet connection, creating a direct Wi-Fi connection between devices, and the transfer speed can reach tens of megabytes per second.

To get started, run the app on both phones. On the device that will be copying the data (the sender), select the role "Sender" and on the new phone (the recipient) - "Receiver." The camera of the second smartphone scans. QR-the code displayed on the screen of the first, after which a secure connection is established.

The application interface allows you to flexibly customize the selection of data, you can only transfer contacts and messages, or copy all applications along with their data, music and video files. The process takes time depending on the amount of information, but it is not recommended to interrupt it to avoid corruption files.

Once the process is complete, the system will prompt you to check the integrity of the data. Make sure all app icons are in place and the photo albums are full. Mi Mover will automatically place the shortcuts just like they were on the old device, which minimizes the time you get used to the new interface.

Synchronization of multimedia and gallery

Photo and video work requires a special approach, because media files take up the most space. In the MIUI gallery settings, there is a separate section called "Cloud Sync", and once you activate it, you can see all your photos on any device that you log in to.

There is an important nuance: when you delete a photo on one device, it can also be deleted on others if you have synced. To avoid accidental loss of important frames, use the Hidden Album feature or back up to an external hard drive before clearing the phone's memory.

For videos, the situation is similar, but due to the large size of the files, it is recommended to configure sync only over Wi-Fi. Otherwise, you can quickly exhaust the mobile operator’s traffic limit. It is also worth remembering that video files in 4K resolution occupy a significant part of the 5 GB quota.

If you use third-party photo editing apps, make sure they also have access to the updated gallery. Sometimes, after synchronization, you need to restart the editor app so that it sees new files added from another device.

Transferring messages, calls and contacts

Contacts are perhaps the most important part of user data: Xiaomi will default to a Mi or Google account. Check the display and storage settings in the Contacts app: select All Contacts and make sure you tick the cloud sync box.

History of challenges and SMS-Messages can also be synchronized, but there are limitations. SMS Often synced only within a single device or when initially configured via Mi Mover. For constant two-way synchronization of text messages, it is better to use special client applications or web versions of instant messengers.

⚠️ Note: When synchronizing contacts via Google and Mi Cloud, duplicate records may occur simultaneously, it is recommended to choose one primary service for storing the phone book and disable duplication in the second one to avoid confusion.

For calls, Call Sync allows you to see the history of incoming and outgoing on a tablet or second phone, which is convenient for those who use one device as the main caller and the other for working with data. → Mi Account. → Mi Cloud. → A history of challenges.

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Regular check of the status of synchronization of contacts will help to avoid a situation where when you lose your phone, you lose all the numbers.

Solving and synchronization conflicts

Despite the system's fine-tuning, users sometimes encounter errors, the problem is endless synchronization or process stops, most often due to an unstable Internet connection or crowded cloud storage, check the free space in Mi Cloud and delete unnecessary files if necessary.

If the data is not updated, try logging out and logging in again.This action restarts sync services and resets possible software errors. It is also worth checking the date and time on both devices: desynchronizing the clock can lead to conflicts when determining the version of the file.

In some cases, cleaning the cache of the "Mi Cloud" service helps. To do this, go to Settings → Apps → All Apps → Find "Mi Cloud" → Memory → Clear the cache. This will not delete your data, but will reset temporary files that may have caused the crash.

In conclusion, synchronizing two Xiaomi phones is a powerful tool that saves a lot of time when set up correctly, and by using a combination of cloud and local porting, you create a robust and flexible environment for work and entertainment.