How to Move Meizu Contacts to Xiaomi: A Complete 2026 Guide

Introduction

The transition from Meizu to Xiaomi is not just a brand change, but a migration of all the important data. Contacts accumulated over the years of use become the main headache in this change. Unlike devices of the same ecosystem (for example, the transition between Samsung and Google Pixel), the transfer between Meizu and Xiaomi requires a special approach due to the differences in firmware Flyme OS and MIUI.

In this article, we will analyze 5 proven ways to transfer contacts - from standard ones (via Google Account and Google Account). SIM-The map is up to advanced ones (using vCard, Bluetooth and third-party apps like SHAREit), and we will focus on synchronizing Chinese firmware, where standard methods may not work. If you encounter an error such as “Cannot import contacts” or “File corrupted”, here you will find solutions.

Before you start, check:

• 📱 Flyme version OS on your Meizu (relevant to Meizu models) 16s Pro, Meizu 17 and newer).
• 🔄 Backup of contacts (even if you don’t plan to use it).
• 📶 Stable Internet connection (for cloud-based methods).

Method 1: Sync through Google Account (recommended)

This is the most reliable method if your Meizu already has a Google Account attached, and it works even on Xiaomi’s Chinese firmware (like the Redmi Note 12 with global MIUI), but requires pre-setting.

Step 1. Export contacts to Meizu:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Go to Settings → Import / Export → Export to Google.
3. Select the account you want to keep your contacts to and confirm synchronization.

⚠️ Note: On some versions of Flyme OS 8 and below, the item "Export to Google" may not be available. SIM-card (method 2) or back up in.vcf format.

Step 2. Import to Xiaomi:

1. On the new Xiaomi, add the same Google Account to Settings → Accounts.
2. Open Contacts → Settings → Import / Export → Import from Google
3. Select an account and wait for the synchronization to complete.

If no contact is made:

• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone.
• 📥 Check if sync is enabled in Google Settings → Synchronization of contacts.
• ⚙️ Update the Contacts app via Google Play.

Method 2: Transfer through SIM-map (for older models)

This method is suitable for devices without access to Google Services (for example, the Meizu M6 Note on Chinese firmware) or without Internet access.

• 📵 SIM-The card stores only the name and number (without photo, email and additional fields).
• 📏 Limitation on the number of contacts (usually up to 250 per one) SIM).
• 🔠 Only numbers in format are supported +7XXXXXXXXXX (spaceless).

Instructions:

1. On Meizu: Contacts → Settings → Import / Export → Export to SIM.
2. Select contacts for export (or click “Select All”).
3. Wait for completion and retrieve SIM-map.
4. Insert SIM in Xiaomi and go to Contacts → Settings → Import with SIM.

Make sure the SIM is not full (remove old contacts)

Check the format of the numbers (should start with +7 or 8)

Use a SIM adapter if necessary (for nano-SIM)

Don't extract. SIM during export/import-->

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi Redmi 9A and other budgetary models of importation from SIM This may not work due to firmware limitations, in which case use method 3 (vCard).

Method 3: Export/import via vCard (.vcf)

The.vcf (or vCard) format allows you to transfer all your contact data, including photos, emails and notes. This method is universal and works even on Meizu with Flyme OS 7 and Xiaomi with MIUI 12+.

Steps on Meizu:

1. Open Contacts → Settings → Import / Export → Export to the device.
2. Select the.vcf format and save the file to your phone or phone memory. SD-map.
3. Transfer the file to Xiaomi via Bluetooth, USB-Cable or cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud).

Steps on Xiaomi:

1. Copy the contacts.vcf file to the device memory.
2. Open Contacts → Settings → Import / Export → Import from the device.
3. Select a file and confirm the import.

Advantages of the method:

• 📁 Stores all contact fields (including user tags).
• 🔄 It works without the Internet (if you transfer it over the cable).
• 🛠️ You can edit the.vcf file manually (e.g., delete duplicates).

Method 4: Bluetooth Transfer (for small number of contacts)

If you have to move 10 to 50 contacts, and you don't have any other way, you can use Bluetooth, which is slow and inconvenient for large bases, but doesn't require the Internet or any additional software.

Instructions:

1. On both phones, turn on Bluetooth and pair.
2. On Meizu, open Contacts, select the contacts you want (holding your finger on the first) and click Share.
3. Select Bluetooth and send it to Xiaomi.
4. On Xiaomi, accept the file and save the contacts.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with MIUI 14 Contacts over Bluetooth may be blocked due to security restrictions, in which case, before transfer, turn off Personal Data Protection in Settings → Privacy.

Limitations of the method:

• 🐢 Slow transmission (about 1 contact in 5-10 seconds).
• 📵 No photos or additional fields are transmitted.
• 🔋 High battery consumption on both devices.

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If Bluetooth refuses to transfer contacts, try sending a test file (like a photo) first.

Method 5: Use of third-party applications (SHAREit, Xender, Mi Mover)

Specialized applications speed up the transfer and support additional data (messages, photos, applications), however, they require installation on both devices and can collect user data.

Comparison of popular applications:

Recommendations for use:

• 🔒 For Mi Mover: Meizu needs to enable Debugging mode USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI, press 7 times).
• 📡 For SHAREit/Xender: Both phones must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network or create a direct access point.
• 🛡️ Before using, check the permissions of the applications in Settings → Annexes.

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Apps like SHAREit may conflict with MIUI Optimized on new Xiaomi. If the transfer is interrupted, disable optimization in Settings → Special features → MIUI Optimized.

Problem Solving: Frequent Errors and Corrections

Even when you follow instructions, you can have errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Contacts are not synced with Google

• 🔍 Check if sync is enabled in Google Settings → Account. → Synchronization.
• 🔄 Delete your account and add it again.
• 📥 Update Google Contacts and Google Play Services.

Problem 2: The.vcf file won’t open on Xiaomi

• 📄 Try opening the file through Google Contacts (web version).
• 🔧 Install a third-party vCard reader app, such as vCard Manager.
• 📥 Export contacts in parts (100-200 pieces each).

Problem 3: When importing with SIM, empty contacts appear

• 📵 Delete all contacts with SIM pre-export.
• 🔢 Check the format of the numbers (should be in an international format, for example, +79123456789).
• 🔄 Repeat export by selecting only the necessary contacts.

⚠️ Note: If after transfer to Xiaomi missing photos of contacts, check the settings display in Contacts → Settings → Display photos. Sometimes they're hidden because of optimization. MIUI.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contact transfer