How to Flip Data from Xiaomi to Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to 2026

The transition to a new Xiaomi smartphone is always a joyful event, but transferring data from an old device can become a headache if you do not know the proven ways. Unlike the iPhone, which has a single Quick Start mechanism, Xiaomi has a whole ecosystem of tools for migration. The main problem of users is the loss of contacts, photos or even purchases in apps when the transfer is incorrect.

In this article, we will discuss 5 Current methods of data transfer between Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi models, POCO and Black Shark, from standard Mi Mover features to little-known life hacks with ADB We'll focus on preserving your message history (including WhatsApp and Telegram), your app settings, even your game data. MIUI 14/15 hyperos.

If you're afraid of losing important files, don't skip the backup section before you start porting, and for those who have already experienced "Disconnected" or "Files Undiscovered," we've prepared a solution table with specific steps to fix the problems.

1. Official method: Mi Mover (wireless transmission)

Mi Mover is a built-in app from Xiaomi that automatically offers to transfer data when you first turn on a new smartphone. It works on the principle of Android Beam, but with advanced features: supports the transfer of applications, SMS, call logs, photos and even some system settings.

To use the Mi Mover, both devices must:

• 📱 Be on MIUI 9 or later (for HyperOS version 1.0)+)
• 🔋 Have a battery charge of at least 50%
• 📶 Connected to a single Wi-Fi network (or create an access point on an old phone)
• 🔒 Screen unlocked (PIN/graphical key/fingerprint)

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the new Xiaomi and go to the Data Transfer stage in the setup wizard. Select "From another Android".
2. On your old phone, open Settings → About Phone → Data Transfer (Mi Mover).
3. Scan it. QR-code from the new device or select "I am the sender".
4. Select data types to transfer (you can mark everything or select selectively).
5. Confirm the transfer on both devices and wait until it is completed (can take up to 30 minutes with a large volume).

⚠️ Note: If the process has been stuck at the "Data Preparation" stage for more than 10 minutes, check it out:

• Is it off? VPN Saving traffic in network settings.
• Does not block the transmission of Antivirus or Security MIUI (temporarily disable the protection).
• Is there enough space on the new device (required) +15% of the volume of data transmitted).

Shut down. VPN proxy|Close the background annexes|Check the vacant space|Allow Mi Mover to access files|Connect both phones to charging-->

2. Transfer over Mi Cloud (cloud storage)

If wireless transmissions don't work or devices are in different locations, cloud backup via Mi Cloud will be a lifeline.

• 📞 Contacts, SMS and call logs
• 🖼️ Photos and videos (including Google Photos albums)
• 📝 Notes and records of Mi Notes
• 🎮 Preserve certain games (if supported)

How to make a backup on an old phone:

1. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Turn on synchronization for the desired categories (be sure to check "Contacts" and "Photos").
3. Click on Sync and wait until it is completed (may take several hours with a large volume).

How to restore on a new phone:

1. Sign in with the same Mi Account on your new device.
2. Go to Settings. → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Recover from the cloud.
3. Select the last backup and confirm the recovery.

⚠️ Warning: Mi Cloud only provides 5GB for free:

• Buy an extra seat (from 100 GB per ~300₽/year).
• Use Google Photos for photos (free with compression).
• Transfer music and documents manually through USB-cable.

3. Direct transfer via cable OTG (internetless)

If you do not have access to Wi-Fi or mobile Internet, the cable OTG (adapter USB-C to USB-C) This is going to be the most reliable way, and it's 10 times faster than wireless, and it's good for transferring any file, including:

• 🎵 Music and podcasts
• 📄 Documents (PDF, DOCX, XLSX)
• 🎮 Save games (folder) Android/obb)
• 📁 System backups (TWRP, Titanium Backup)

What you need:

• Cable USB-C to USB-C (or OTG + USB-A old-model).
• File Manager (e.g., Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer)
• Power adapter (it is recommended to connect a new phone to charge during transfer).

Instructions:

1. Connect the old Xiaomi to the new one via cable. On the new device, select File Transfer Mode" (MTP).
2. Open Mi File Manager on your new phone and go to the section "USB-device".
3. Copy the right folders (DCIM, Download, WhatsApp, etc.) to internal memory or SD-map.
4. To transfer applications, copy the folder /data/app (Root rights are required).

Important: When copying the WhatsApp folder, be sure to transfer the file as well msgstore.db.crypt14 from /sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases — Without it, chat history will not be restored!

1. Reconnect the cable to another port (if you use the hub).

Insert "Debugging of the USB" In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times).

3. Use a support cable USB 3.1. to accelerate transmission.-->

4. Transfer over a local area network (Wi-Fi Direct or Wi-Fi Direct) FTP)

If you don't have a cable on hand and Mi Mover doesn't work, LAN is a great alternative. 10-15 MB/s (depending on the router) is suitable for:

• 📁 Large files (video) 4K, backup)
• 🔄 Multiple synchronization (for example, for regular backups)
• 🖥️ Transferring data to multiple devices simultaneously

Method 1: via Wi-Fi Direct

1. On an old phone: Settings → Connection and sharing → Wi-Fi Direct.
2. On a new phone: Find the old device in the list and connect (confirmation will be required on both screens).
3. Use the Mi File Manager → "Send" → select files → "Wi-Fi Direct".

Method 2: Through FTP-server (for advanced users)

1. Install an application on your old phone FTP Server (e.g. WiFi) FTP Server).
2. Start the server and write down the address of the view ftp://192.168.x.x:2221.
3. On your new phone, open the Mi File Manager. → "FTP" → Enter the address and download the files.

⚠️ Attention: When transmitting through FTP Do not interrupt the connection, it can cause file damage if the speed drops below 1 MB/s:

• Switch the router to 5 GHz (if supported).
• Disconnect other devices from the network.
• Use the Send Anywhere app instead of built-in tools.

5. Transfer of messages and applications (WhatsApp, Telegram, games)

Standard methods often fail to carry the history of chats and application data, and this will require specialized tools:

WhatsApp:

• 📌 Create a backup on your old phone: WhatsApp Settings → chat → Backup.
• 📌 Move the folder. /sdcard/WhatsApp to a new phone (via a new phone) OTG cloud).
• 📌 Install WhatsApp on your new device and restore chats when you first start.

Telegram:

• 📌 Export chats: Settings → Additionally. → Export Chat History (available in desktop version).
• 📌 Transfer the.json file to your new phone and import it via Telegram Desktop.

Games (Genshin Impact, PUBG, COD Mobile):

⚠️ Note: Titanium Backup can be used to port these games with root access, but it is risky:

• It can work ban for changing game files.
• Not all games support recovery from the backup.
• The same version of Android is required on both devices.

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To transfer messages and games, always use official synchronization methods (account binding), manual copying of files can lead to data loss or ban in the game.

6. Problem Solving: Transfer errors and failures

Even when you follow the instructions, users encounter errors.-5 problems and solutions:

If none of the methods worked, the last chance is to manually copy through the ADB (computer):

adb pull /sdcard/ C:\Xiaomi_Backup\


adb push C:\Xiaomi_Backup\ /sdcard/

For this:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Turn on the debugging. USB both phones.
3. Connect the devices in turn and execute the commands above.

FAQ: Frequent questions about data transfer