How to transfer files from iPhone to Xiaomi: the complete guide

The shift from iOS to Android often causes users to worry about losing their personal data. However, modern technology allows you to transfer files from your iPhone to Xiaomi as quickly as possible and without loss of quality.

The data portability process has been made much easier by the introduction of specialized utilities from the smartphone maker: Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO owners have access to powerful tools built right into the MIUI or HyperOS shell, eliminating the need to look for third-party solutions for basic tasks.

There are several proven methods, each with its own advantages depending on the amount of information you have, such as using a local Wi-Fi connection, cloud storage, or even cable adapters, depending on how fast you want to complete the procedure and how much memory you use on your old device.

Preparing devices for data migration

Before starting the process, make sure both smartphones are ready to go. Charge your iPhone and Xiaomi device to at least 60%, as active data transfer can quickly consume battery power.

Be sure to connect both gadgets to the same Wi-Fi network if you plan to use wireless methods. For cable, make sure you have the appropriate Lightning to USB or USB-C adapter, depending on the new phone model. A stable connection is critical for the integrity of the packets being transmitted.

• 🔋 Charge both smartphones to levels above 60% to avoid shutdown.
• 📶 Connect devices to a single Wi-Fi network for wireless transmission.
• 💾 Free up space on Xiaomi by removing unnecessary caches or apps.
• 🔒 Unlock the iPhone screen and allow access to photos when requested.

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the file transfer process, even if it seems to be suspended.Premature shutdown may cause archives to be damaged or contacts partially lost.

Using the Mi Mover app for full portability

The most effective regular solution is the Mi Mover utility, designed specifically for migration to the company's devices. This application is pre-installed on most of the brand's modern smartphones and allows you to flip contacts, messages, calls, photos and videos. To get started, open the application on a new device and select the Recipient role.

On the iPhone you need to download a similar application from the App Store or scan QR-The code that will appear on the Xiaomi screen. After pairing the devices through a temporary Wi-Fi network, the system will suggest selecting the types of data to copy.

The process can take anywhere from 10 minutes to several hours depending on the amount of information. Device screens may occasionally go out during operation, but don't block them completely. Once completed, you will receive a detailed report on how many files have been successfully moved.

Transfer of photos and videos through cloud services

If wireless direct transmission is not possible for some reason, cloud storage is a great alternative. Google Photos or Google Drive allows you to sync media files between iOS and Android without loss of quality. Install the application on your iPhone, log in to your Google account and enable autoload.

Once all the photos are uploaded to the cloud, log in to the same Xiaomi smartphone account, and all images and videos will automatically appear in the gallery of the new device, a method that is especially convenient if you plan to use both phones in parallel during the transition period.

Import contacts and calendar through Google account

The most reliable way to save a phone book is to sync through your Google account. On your iPhone, go to settings, select Contacts, and add a new Google account. In sync settings, be sure to tick the “Contact” box to get the data back to the searcher cloud.

On the new Xiaomi device, you just need to enter the same username and password when you first set up the system, and all the phone book entries and calendar events will automatically be pulled from the cloud, which takes just a few minutes and ensures that no number is lost.

• 📲 Go to the iPhone settings → Contacts → Accounts.
• 📧 Add your Gmail account if it hasn’t been entered yet.
• ☁️ Activate the contact synchronization switch.
• 🔄 Wait for the data update to be completed on the server.

Alternative methods: Send Anywhere and ShareMe

To transfer individual heavy files, such as video to 4K or document archives, cross-platform applications are convenient. Send Anywhere works on the principle of generating six-digit code. You select files on your iPhone, receive the code and type it into Xiaomi, after which you start direct transmission over Wi-Fi Direct.

Another popular option is ShareMe (formerly Mi Drop), which also supports file acceptance with iOS, which is good because it does not require registration in services and does not compress files, preserving their original quality and metadata.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, make sure you download them from the official App Store and GetApps. APK Unverified sources may contain malicious code.

Solution and Optimization Advice

Sometimes users find that some file formats do not display correctly. For example, HEIC photos from iPhones may not open on older versions of Android without converting. Modern versions of MIUI usually cope with this automatically, but in case of problems, it is better to change the camera settings on the iPhone to "Compatibility" before transferring.

Also, remember folder structure: When you migrate through file managers, messages from iMessage will not be transferred to the standard SMS application on Android because of the closed Apple protocol. For messengers like WhatsApp, you need to make a separate backup through iCloud and restore it when you first install the application on a new phone.

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Before you migrate, back up your important documents on your computer, which will create an additional recovery point in case of unforeseen software errors.

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Using a combination of methods (Mi Mover for the system + Cloud for photos) gives the best result and insures against data loss.