How to transfer data from Honor to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S: 5 proven ways

Contents

• Why Data Transfers Between Honor and Xiaomi Need a Special Approach
• Preparing phones: what to do before transferring
• Method 1: Mi Mover – the official solution from Xiaomi
• Method 2: Sync through Google account (for contacts and calendar)
• Method 3: Direct Cable Transfer (for Photos, Videos, and Documents)
• Method 4: Third-party applications (CLONEit, ShareMe)
• Method 5: Manual transfer (for experienced users)
• Typical Problems and How to Solve Them
• Frequent Questions (FAQ)

Moving from Honor to Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S is not just a brand change, but also a migration of all your data: contacts, photos, messages and even app settings. Unlike transferring between devices of the same brand (for example, from Honor to Huawei), there are nuances due to different shells — EMUI for Honor and MIUI for Xiaomi. Without proper preparation, you risk losing some information or spending hours on manual copying.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods of data transfer, including official tools from Xiaomi, cloud services and third-party utilities. EMUI and MIUI — This is a key point that is often overlooked in standard instructions, and you will also learn how to avoid errors, such as why the Redmi Note is a good example of how to avoid errors. 10S You can’t see Honor files through the cable. USB.

Preparing phones: what to do before transferring

Before you start the transfer, follow the mandatory steps on both devices, which will save time and prevent data loss.

• 📱 On Honor: Update your firmware to the latest version (check Settings) → System system → Software updates. Make sure that debugging is enabled. USB (For cable methods: go to Settings → The phone. → Build number (click 7 times), then return to Settings → System system → For developers → Debugging by USB. Battery charge at least 50%. Data transfer can take up to 1 hour.
• 📱 Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S: Reset to factory settings (if the phone is new) or clear the memory of unnecessary files. Install the latest version MIUI (In Settings → The phone. → Update system. Connect to Wi-Fi – some methods require downloading additional components.

⚠️ Note: If you used a Huawei account on Honor ID For backup, his data cannot be directly transferred to Xiaomi, you will have to export it manually first (see manual transfer section).

Also prepare:

• 🔌 Cable USB-C — USB-C (if you use direct transfer. USB-A It may not support high-speed transmission.
• 💾 MicroSD card (if you plan to make an intermediate copy).
• 📡 Stable Internet connection (for cloud-based methods).

Method 1: Mi Mover – the official solution from Xiaomi

Mi Mover is an application built into MIUI to migrate data from other Android devices, and it supports transferring contacts, messages, photos, videos, audio, notes, and even some application settings.

• ✅ Pros: No root rights or complex configurations, saves folder structure (e.g., folder structure, DCIM/Camera It will remain unchanged. Supports large files (up to) 4 GB per transmission).
• ❌ Cons: Cannot tolerate installed applications (only their data) may not work with some models of Honor on the Internet EMUI 12+ Due to changes in the transmission protocol.

Step-by-step:

1. On Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, open the Mi Mover app (if not, download from AppGallery or Google Play).
2. Select I get the data → Android.
3. On Honor, install Mi Mover (available in AppGallery) and select I Send Data.
4. Connect your phones via a USB-C – USB-C cable (use the original Xiaomi cable for stability).
5. On Honor, allow access to files (a request will appear on the screen).
6. Select data types to transfer (contacts, messages, multimedia) and click Start.
7. Wait until it's finished (time depends on the amount of data). Don't interrupt the process!

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⚠️ Note: If Mi Mover is “hanging” during the connection phase, try: Reconnect the cable (sometimes changing the port helps). USB). Enable File Transfer Mode (MTP) on Honor (in the notification curtain when connected). VPN Firewall (they can block the local network between devices).

Method 2: Sync through Google account (for contacts and calendar)

If you only need to migrate contacts, calendar events, and certain settings (like Wi-Fi passwords), the most reliable way to do this is to sync through a Google account, which works even if you don’t have a cable or your phones can’t see each other.

How it works:

1. On Honor, add your Google account (if not) to Settings → Accounts → Add an account.
2. Turn on sync for data: Contacts: Settings → Accounts → Google → Account Sync → Contacts. Calendar: same path, but select Calendar. Other data: Gmail, Notes (if you use Google Keep).

Wait for the synchronization to be completed (check in the notification curtain).

Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S

Contacts and calendars will automatically appear on the new phone.

To transfer photos and videos via Google:

1. On Honor, install Google Photos.
2. Enable Backup and Synchronization in the application settings.
3. Wait for all files to load (may take several hours with a large volume).
4. On Redmi Note 10S, log in to the same Google account and download files via Google Photos.

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If you have a slow Internet connection, reduce the download quality before syncing through Google Photos: in the application settings, select High Quality (unlimited storage) instead of Original Quality.

Method 3: Direct Cable Transfer (for Photos, Videos, and Documents)

If Mi Mover doesn’t work or you only need to transfer media, you can use direct cable transmission in file transfer (MTP) mode. This method does not require the installation of additional applications, but has limitations:

• ✅ Pros: High transfer speed (up to 40 MB / s when used) USB There are no restrictions on file type. You can selectively copy only the right folders.
• ❌ Cons: Cannot tolerate contacts, messages or app settings. Requires manual control (not suitable for inexperienced users).

Instructions:

1. Connect Honor to your computer via USB-cable.
2. On your phone, select File Transfer (MTP) mode (will appear in the notification curtain).
3. Open this computer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) and find the connected Honor.
4. Copy the folders you want (usually DCIM for photos, Downloads for downloads, Pictures for images) to your computer.
5. Turn off Honor and connect the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S in the same MTP mode.
6. Transfer the copied files to a new phone (for example, to the DCIM/Camera folder).
7. Turn off your phone and check the files in the gallery.

⚠️ Attention: If Redmi Note 10S Not displayed on your computer, try: Use another USB-port (preferably) USB 3.0 blue). Install Mi drivers PC Suite (for Windows) Reboot both devices.

Method 4: Third-party applications (CLONEit, ShareMe)

If the standard methods don't work, third-party utilities come to the rescue.

• 📱 CLONEit (from the developers of SHAREit): Transfers: contacts, messages, photos, videos, music, applications (APK + Data). Speed: ~10 MB/s on Wi-Fi Direct. Limits: may not work on EMUI 12+ rootless.
• 📱 ShareMe (formerly Mi Drop): Portable: files of any type (but not contacts/messages) Speed: up to 20MB/s. MIUI, You don’t need to install anything on Xiaomi.

How to use CLONEit:

1. Install CLONEit on both phones.
2. On Honor, select Sender, on Xiaomi, Recipient.
3. Scan it. QR-code from the screen Xiaomi camera Honor.
4. Select the data for transfer and confirm.
5. Wait until it is finished (don’t turn off Wi-Fi!).

How to use ShareMe:

1. On Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S, open the ShareMe app (built into MIUI).
2. Select Get Files → Android.
3. On Honor, install ShareMe from Google Play and select Send Files.
4. Connect to an access point created by Xiaomi.
5. Select files and click Send.

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Third-party apps are convenient for porting data applications (such as progress games or instant messengers), but require caution: some utilities (such as SHAREit) may collect data about your files.

Method 5: Manual transfer (for experienced users)

If you need to migrate specific data (like saving games, database applications, or setting up a system), you'll have to use manual methods, which require technical skills, but give you complete control over the process.

Option 1: Through ADB (for advanced users)

With Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can copy any files, including hidden system data, for example, to transfer SMS:

adb backup -f sms.ab -apk com.android.providers.telephony

Then on Xiaomi:

adb restore sms.ab

Option 2: Backup through TWRP

If Honor has a custom TWRP recavator, you can create a full backup system and restore it to Xiaomi. However, this is risky due to the difference in firmware (EMUI vs MIUI).

Option 3: Export/import through annexes

Many applications (such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber) allow you to export chats manually:

• WhatsApp: Settings → Chat → Backup (saves to Google Drive).
• In Telegram: Settings → Data and memory → Export chat.

⚠️ Note: When manually transferring system files (e.g, /data/data/) Risks: Data loss due to incompatibility of Android versions; app malfunctions on new phone; warranty loss (if root is required); use this method only if other methods have not worked.

Typical Problems and How to Solve Them

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can get errors, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

Additional advice:

• 🔄 If the transfer is interrupted, do not start again – wait until the current session is over or clear the Mi Mover cache.
• 📶 To speed up Wi-Fi transmission, disable all background apps that consume traffic.
• 🔋 If the battery is running out too quickly, connect the phones to charge after the transfer starts (not while the cable is connected!).

Frequent Questions (FAQ)