How to Flip Information from Xiaomi to Poco: A Complete Guide to Comparing All Ways

The transition from Xiaomi smartphone to the device of the brand Poco (which, incidentally, also belongs to the Xiaomi ecosystem) seems to be a simple task – because both gadgets work on the basis of the smartphone. MIUI However, in practice, users are faced with nuances: some data is not copied automatically, some files lose structure, and applications require re-authorization. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of information transfer – from the official Mi Mover tool to manual methods using cable. OTG and cloud services.

It is important to understand that Poco (e.g., Poco models) X6 Pro, Poco F6 POCO M6 Pros often come with a lightweight firmware version that lacks some of Xiaomi’s branded services, which can make it harder to carry through standard tools. We tested each method on real devices and identified a single way that guaranteed to save the message history in Mi Messages and customize themes. MIUI — Read about this in the Mi Account section.

If you are switching from Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 to Poco X5 Pro or Xiaomi 13 Lite on Poco F5, This is a perfect guide for devices older than 2020 (e.g. Poco). X3 NFC Xiaomi Mi 9 has added some compatibility recommendations.

1.Official method: Mi Mover - fast, but with limitations

Mi Mover – a proprietary application from Xiaomi for data migration between devices MIUI/HyperOS. It's pre-installed on most of the brand's smartphones, but Poco may not. Here's how to use it:

• 📱 On the old Xiaomi: Open Settings → The phone. → Migration of data (or find Mi Mover through search).
• 🔄 Select a role: on Xiaomi tap "I am an old phone", on Poco - "I am a new phone".

⚠️ Attention: Mi Mover is not tolerated:

⚠️ Note: Poco with HyperOS firmware (e.g. Poco) X6 Pro) Mi Mover may not be on the menu, in which case it must be downloaded separately from APKMirror (version at least 4.5.0:

• 🔒 Wi-Fi passwords (only if both devices are linked to the same Mi Account).
• 🎮 Game savers (such as Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile).
• 📱 Lock screen settings and gestures MIUI.
• 📂 Files from folders Android/data (cache).

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If Mi Mover is stuck in the “Data Preparation” phase, try turning it off. VPN and clear the app cache in Settings → Annexes → Mi Mover → Warehouse.

2.Moving over Mi Account is the only way to save settings MIUI

If you use the same Xiaomi account on both devices, this method will allow you to transfer:

• 📱 Theme settings (wallpaper, icons, fonts).
• 🔐 Wi-Fi passwords (if Mi Cloud Sync is enabled).
• 📝 Notes from Mi Notes.
• 🎵 Sound settings (volume profiles, alarm clocks).

Instructions:

1. On Xiaomi, go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Enable synchronization for all categories (especially System and Settings).
3. Sign in to Poco under the same account and wait until sync is complete (it can take up to 30 minutes).
4. Reboot Poco to apply the theme settings.

⚠️ Note: If Poco is running HyperOS, some of the settings MIUI (For example, navigation gestures or performance modes, you might not sync, and you'd have to manually adjust them.

3. Google Account Transfer – Universal, but not for everything

This is a good method if you use Google services (Gmail, Contacts, Photos, Drive), and the advantage is that the data will be available on any Android device, not just on any Android device. Xiaomi/Poco.

What's transferable:

• 📇 Contacts (if saved in Google, not in phone memory).
• 📅 Calendars and reminders.
• 📎 Notes from Google Keep.
• 📷 Photos and videos (if you have autoloaded in Google Photos).
• 🎮 Save games (if the games support Google Play Games).

How to set up:

1. On Xiaomi, open Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Turn on synchronization for all the categories you need.
3. On Poco, add the same Google account and wait for sync.
4. For photos: Install Google Photos on both devices and enable backup.

⚠️ Attention: This method does not tolerate:

• 📱 Settings MIUI/HyperOS (themes, gestures).
• 💬 Communications (SMS/MMS) — They need a separate backup through SMS Backup & Restore.
• 📁 Local files (documents, music) – you will have to copy them manually.

Added the same Google account to both devices|Synchronization of contacts and calendars is included|Google Photos app is installed on both phones|Checked free space in Google Drive (minimum 5 GB)|Background activity restrictions for Google services are disabled

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4. Manual copying via OTG cable or computer

If you need to transfer large files (video) 4K, backups of games, archives) or data that is not synced through the cloud, use a physical connection:

Method 1: Cable OTG (for devices USB-C)

You'll need it. OTG-adapter (or cable) USB-C → USB-C).

1. Connect Xiaomi to Poco via an adapter.
2. On Poco, select File Transfer Mode (MTP).
3. Open the File Manager on Poco and copy the folders you need (DCIM, Downloads, Music, etc.).

Method 2: Through a computer (Windows/macOS/Linux)

A more reliable method for large amounts of data.

1. Connect Xiaomi to your PC and copy the files to a separate folder.
2. Disable Xiaomi, plug Poco and transfer the data back.
3. For hidden folders (such as.thumbnails), enable the display of hidden files in the Explorer settings.

⚠️ Note: When you copy the Android folder (where the application data is stored), some files may not be transferred due to Android restrictions. Android/obb You have to install it manually.

5. Cloud services: Mi Cloud vs Google Drive vs Telegram

If you can't physically transfer things (like devices in different cities), use cloud storage.

1. Mi Cloud (up to 5GB free)

Suitable for backups MIUI-data-specific:

• 📱 System settings.
• 💬 Messages (Mi Messages).
• 📝 Notes (Mi Notes).

How to use: Settings → Mi Account → Mi Cloud → Backup.

2. Google Drive (15GB free)

The universal solution for all files.

1. On Xiaomi, install Google Drive.
2. Upload files to the cloud (you can archive folders in the cloud) ZIP).
3. Download the archive and unpack it on Poco.

3. Telegram (no limit for files up to 2 GB)

An unexpectedly convenient way for small volumes:

1. Create a chat with Saved Messages.
2. Send files from Xiaomi.
3. Open a chat on Poco and download them.

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For porting data apps (such as WhatsApp or games), the best option is Google Drive (for backups) + hand-mount APK. Mi Cloud does not store third-party application data!

6. Transfer of applications and their data: instructions for WhatsApp, games, etc.

Standard methods (Mi Mover, Google Account) do not transfer data from third-party applications.

WhatsApp (chat and media)

1. On Xiaomi, open WhatsApp → ⋮ → Settings → chat → Backup copy.
2. Save the backup to Google Drive (check that your Google account is added to your phone!).
3. On Poco, install WhatsApp, log in and restore chats from the backup.

Games (Genshin Impact, COD Mobile, Honkai: Star Rail)

For most games, data is tied to an account (miHoYo, Activision, Google Play).

1. Remember the login/password from the game account.
2. On Poco, install the game and log in under the same account.

For offline games (such as Stardew Valley):

1. Copy the folder. Android/obb/[Poco title.
2. Install. APK play and restart.

Other annexes (VK, Telegram, Spotify)

Most services sync data through an account, except for local applications (such as Xiaomi Calculator or Mi Fit).

1. Use the built-in export (if any).
2. Or copy the folder. /data/data/[package name] through ADB (Root rights are required).

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions, you can make mistakes.

Problem 1: Mi Mover doesn’t see a new device

Decisions:

• 🔄 Reboot both phones.
• 📶 Connect to another Wi-Fi network (or use a mobile hotspot).
• 🔧 On Poco, turn on Developer Mode and activate Debugging by USB.
• 📥 Install the latest version of Mi Mover with APKMirror.

Problem 2: Messages are not carried (SMS)

Decisions:

• 📱 Use a third-party app SMS Backup & Restore (Save Backup on Xiaomi and Restore on Poco).
• 🔄 Check that Poco has a standard Messages app installed (not Google Messages).

Problem 3: Photos moved forward without a shooting date

Decisions:

• 📷 Google Photos – it saves metadata.
• 🖥️ Transfer files via computer (not Mi Mover).
• 🛠️ Restore dates with the Exif Tool app (available on Google Play).

Issue 4: Apps are not restored after the transfer

Decisions:

• 📥 Install. APK-Manual files (they are copied to Mi Mover, but will not be installed automatically).
• 🔧 Include Unknown Sources in Poco Security Settings.
• 🔄 Reboot Poco after copying APK.

8 Comparison of all methods: which one to choose?

The choice of method depends on what data and how much you need to transfer. Below is a table with a comparison:

Selection recommendations:

• 🔄 For full transfer (including settings) MIUI): Combine Mi Mover + Mi Account.
• 📱 To switch to Poco from another brand (not Xiaomi): Google Account + file-copying.
• 🎮 For gamers: cable OTG + backup saves to the game cloud.
• 📷 For Photographers: Google Photos + cable RAW-file.

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If you are switching from Xiaomi to Poco and want to preserve the entire ecosystem MIUI (Topics, posts, notes, be sure to use Mi Account + For all other cases, a Google Account and manual copying are enough.

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