Changing the operating system from an open Android to a closed iOS ecosystem always raises questions about the safety of personal information. The transition from Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO devices to iPhone requires careful preparation, as the file systems of these platforms are radically different, you will encounter different application formats, folder structure and synchronization methods.
But modern technology makes this process as painless as possible for the owner, with Apple’s official app automatically adjusting most settings as the main migration tool, and it’s important to understand that not all data is ported to the original form, especially when it comes to system settings and messenger cache.
In this article, we will take a look at all the ways you can transfer information, from wireless methods to personal computers, how to keep your contacts numbered, your high-resolution photos and your correspondence history, and a smart approach that allows you to start using your new gadget without wasting time manually recovering lost files.
The most reliable and official way to migrate is the Move to iOS utility developed by Apple engineers, which creates a secure local Wi-Fi network between two devices and transfers data directly, bypassing the Internet channel. The method does not require a mobile Internet connection, which saves user traffic, starting with downloading the Move to iOS app from the Google Play store to a Xiaomi smartphone, and then launching the program and accepting the license agreement. The screen will show the code that will need to be entered on the customizable iPhone in the appropriate field during the initial configuration of the iOS system. ⚠️ Note: During data transfers to Xiaomi, a warning may appear about an unstable connection or switching to a mobile network. Ignore this message and select “Remain in Wi-Fi” or the process will stop. ☑️ Check before launchInstalled Move to iOS App Both phones connected to Wi-Fi charging enabled on both devices iPhone memory allows you to download data: 0 / 4 📲 Download the Move to iOS app on Xiaomi via Google Play. 🔢 Enter the six-digit code displayed on the Android screen into the iPhone interface. 📂 Select the types of data to copy: contacts, messages, photos, Google accounts.
Once the devices are connected, the immediate copying process begins, and the duration of the operation depends on the amount of accumulated files: tens of gigabytes of photos and videos can be copied for several hours. At this time, the screens of smartphones may go out, but you can not interrupt the process or fold the application on Xiaomi. The system will automatically transfer your contacts from the phone book, history. SMS-And we're going to try to find free analogs of the apps installed in the App Store and offer them to download, and if you've used the free apps that are available on iOS, they can boot automatically once you've migrated. 📊 What is the hardest thing to transfer to a new phone?Contacts and numbers Photos and video History WhatsApp System Settings Bank Applications Data Type Nuances Transfer Method Contacts Automatically Save to iCloud or Phone Memory Photos/Video via Wi-Fi Direct May Lose Metadata EXIF when the Messages fail SMS System Transfers only textual SMS, not MMS Calendar Synchronization Requires logging into Google account on iOS
Special attention should be paid to the transfer of the history of correspondence in instant messengers, since the standard method Move to iOS supports this function only for WhatsApp. Telegram stores all the history on its servers, so just install the app and log in to the account by phone number. To transfer the history of WhatsApp, you need to use the “Move chats” function inside the messenger itself during the configuration stage of the iPhone. When the new device is prompted to move data from Android, follow the instructions. Xiaomi will need to scan the phone. QR-code, after which the creation of a backup copy and its transfer will begin. ⚠️ Note: WhatsApp Call History Not Portable. You may also have problems with transferring media files if they exceed the available space on the new device at the time of migration. 💡For Viber and Signal, use built-in cloud backup features if supported, or create a local backup before resetting your old phone, although it may not be possible to restore it to iOS in the case of Viber without special paid ones. utility.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Can you transfer passwords from Wi-Fi and applications from Xiaomi to iPhone? Passwords from Wi-Fi networks can not be transferred by standard means, they will have to be re-entered or used QR-Passwords saved in Google Password Manager can be used on iPhones if you install Google app and set up autocomplete passwords in iOS. What if Move to iOS is stuck in the time-assessment phase? Often this is due to unstable Wi-Fi or power saving. Try Xiaomi in the Wi-Fi settings to turn off "Wi-Fi Assistant" or "Switch to Mobile Data." Also make sure that the screen of Xiaomi smartphone does not go out during the process (set the screen timeout to "Do not turn off"). Will photos be saved when you transfer? When using the Move to iOS app, the quality of the originals is preserved. However, if you use cloud services with compression (e.g. Google Photos in Saving Space mode), you will get compressed versions when downloading to your iPhone. Local copying via cable guarantees the original resolution. Should I delete the Move to iOS app after transfer? Yes, after successfully completing the migration and setting up the new iPhone, the Move to iOS app on Android will no longer be needed. It can be removed to free up space, although it is not installed on the new iOS device, as it is part of the initial setup process.