Buying a new smartphone is always accompanied by a pleasant excitement, but also the inevitable stress of transferring accumulated information. Owners of the Xiaomi ecosystem are in a favorable position, as the company has developed powerful built-in tools for migration. Switch to a new Redmi series device or POCO It can take a few minutes if you know the right algorithm.
There are several proven methods to clone the contents of an old device. Local transfer via Wi-Fi Direct is the fastest way to avoid consuming Internet traffic. However, full synchronization of messengers and system settings often requires a comprehensive approach using cloud services.
In this article, we will discuss how to copy everything from Xiaomi to Xiaomi so that you do not lose a single photo or an important contact. We will look at the work of the Mi Mover application, the nuances of synchronization through Google and the features of transferring data from instant messengers.
Preparing devices for data migration
Before you start, make sure that both smartphones are ready to go, charge both devices up to 60%, as active data transmission over a wireless channel can significantly consume battery power. If one of the phones runs out at a critical moment, the process will have to start again.
Check for free space on the receiving device. The amount of memory available should exceed the size of the data you plan to transfer. To check, go to Settings → About Phone → Memory and evaluate the free space.
⚠️ Warning: Do not attempt to interrupt the transfer process, turn off the screen or switch to other applications while Mi Mover is running.This may cause file damage or system freeze.
Make sure both devices have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled. Although the Internet is not needed to transfer files, these protocols are used to detect devices and establish a secure connection, and it is also recommended to update the system software to the latest available version on both devices.
☑️ Checklist for transfer preparations
Using the Mi Mover application for portability
The main tool for cloning data is the built-in Mi Mover app, which is pre-installed on all modern MIUI and HyperOS smartphones. If for some reason you didn't find it in the Tools folder, you can download it from the official GetApps store.
Run the app on both devices. On the old phone, select the role "Sender" (Old phone), and on the new one - "Receiver" (New phone), the application will automatically create an access point or prompt to scan. QR-This method uses Wi-Fi Direct technology, which provides high speed transmission to the 20-30 MB/s.
Once connected, the device interfaces are synchronized, and the sender screen will show a list of data categories, so you can choose all or only specific file types, and the system will suggest the optimal set, but the user can adjust the selection.
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If the scan is QR-If the code fails, try connecting both phones to the same Wi-Fi network router and select the search for devices over the network in the Mi Mover application.
Select the categories you need: contacts, messages, call logs, apps, photos, videos, music and documents. Press the "Send" button and wait for the process to be completed. Copy time depends on the amount of data; transferring 64 GB can take 15 to 40 minutes.
What data can and cannot be transferred
It's important to understand the limitations of the technology. Despite the power of Mi Mover, some data is protected by Android security and is not directly clonable, and this is done to protect the user's sensitive information.
Multimedia files, contacts are copied without any problems, SMS, call history established APK-Application files and alarm settings, but data inside applications (cache, logins, game progress, instant messaging) often require a separate backup procedure.
| Type of data | Transfer method | Whether authorization is maintained |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts and numbers | Mi Mover / Google | Yes. |
| Photos and videos | Mi Mover / USB | N/D |
| Annexes (APK) | Mi Mover | No (to enter) |
| WhatsApp / Telegram | Internal backup | Yes (on recovery) |
| Wi-Fi passwords | Mi Mover (partially) | Yes. |
Particular attention should be paid to banking applications and authenticators. Google Authenticator and analogues require manual export of keys or binding to a cloud account before resetting an old phone. Bank applications will have to be reauthorized, often with confirmation via SMS or a bank call.
Why is WhatsApp data not being transferred?
Sync with your Mi and Google account
The alternative to direct connectivity is cloud sync, which is ideal if you don't have both phones on hand at the same time or want to back up "just in case." Google's account is the primary operating system for Android.
On your old device, go to Settings → Accounts and Sync. Make sure the switches opposite Contacts, Calendar, Notes and Chrome are active. Click three dots in the corner and select Sync. After that, the data will fly to the Google cloud.
The Mi Account is also useful, especially for Xiaomi appliance owners: it saves themes, voice recorders, screenshots and desktop settings. Sign in to your profile on a new device and the content will automatically be pulled into the relevant parts of the system.
To access cloud data on a new phone, just enter a login and password, and the system itself will suggest restoring settings from the last backup, which is especially useful for recovering Wi-Fi passwords and a list of installed applications that can be downloaded with a single click.
Transferring Multimedia through Computer
If wireless methods seem too slow or unstable, there is always a time-tested way to copy via a PC, which guarantees 100% file integrity and allows you to structure data before downloading to a new phone.
Connect your old smartphone to your computer through USB-In the notification, select "File Transfer" mode" (MTP). Open the device in My Computer and copy the folders DCIM (Photos and Videos), Pictures, Download and Music on Hard Disk.
Then, connect your new smartphone and transfer the saved folders to similar directories. The folder structure is important for the correct display of files in the gallery and music player. Remember to start scanning media files after copying or just restart the device.
⚠️ Note: When copying large amounts of data (more than 50 GB) use a cable USB 3.0 and port USB 3.0 on the computer. Old cables. USB 2.0 may not withstand a long load and break the connection.
This method also allows you to clean your old phone of any excess debris before selling.You can sort files on your computer by removing duplicates or unnecessary screenshots before downloading a clean collection to a new device.
Solving problems when copying
Users may experience errors during migration, often due to incompatibility of Android versions or memory shortages, and if the Mi Mover is experiencing a connection error, try turning off mobile internet on both devices, leaving only Wi-Fi.
Sometimes apps don't carry because of the limitations of Google Play Protect, in which case they will have to be downloaded manually. If the process is stuck at a certain percentage, check if the screen of one of the devices is asleep - set the screen to "Do not turn off" in developer mode or just keep the devices active.
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The most common cause of errors is an unstable Wi-Fi Direct connection, so place your phones next to each other and remove metal objects between them.
If the contacts are not displayed correctly after the transfer, check which account they are displayed in the phone book. SIM-map or phone memory, and new ones sync to Google. Filter the contacts you see in your contact book settings.