Changing a mobile device is always stressful, with the risk of losing important information. Smartphone owners Redmi and Poco often wonder how to quickly and without loss transfer a phone book to a new gadget of the same ecosystem. Fortunately, the shell of MIUI and the new HyperOS has powerful tools that allow you to do it in just a few minutes.
In this article, we will look at all the current methods, from cloud synchronization to the use of a special application-migrant, you will learn what method will be most effective for your situation and how to avoid common errors that can lead to duplication of records or their complete disappearance.
Don't rely on luck when transferring data. Backup is the only way to ensure that your friends and colleagues' numbers are safe, and we'll look at both software solutions and classic options that work even without the Internet.
Using the Mi Mover app for quick migration
The most efficient and modern way to transfer data between Xiaomi devices is through the built-in Mi Mover app, which is designed specifically for the MIUI ecosystem and allows you to transfer not only contacts, but also photos, applications and system settings over Wi-Fi Direct, while transferring speeds are much faster than Bluetooth.
To get started, you need to open the app on both devices, usually in the Tools or System Apps folder. On the old phone, select the Sender role and on the new phone, the New phone. QR-code or password entry devices will create a secure connection.
⚠️ Warning: Make sure both phones are at least 50% charged, as active Wi-Fi data transfer can quickly consume battery power.
In the data selection menu, make sure to tick the "Contacts" box, and you can select specific groups or individual entries if you don't want to migrate the entire list, and then you start copying, and you can see how you're progressing on the screen.
☑️ Preparation for transfer via Mi Mover
The main advantage of this method is to maintain the structure of contacts, including photos of subscribers and additional fields. Wireless transmission eliminates the need for cables or computers, making the process as mobile and convenient as possible.
Synchronization with your Mi Cloud account
The Mi Cloud is the native solution for Xiaomi smartphone owners: If you have a Mi Account, your contacts can automatically be saved to the cloud every time you change your phone book, the most reliable way to avoid losing data when your device breaks down or is stolen.
To check sync status, go to your phone's settings. Find the Mi Account section and select Xiaomi Cloud. Search Contacts on the services list and make sure the switch is activated. If you see the Sync button, click on it to force the server to update data.
On the new device, just log in to the same Mi Account, the system automatically prompts you to restore data from the cloud. If automatic recovery does not occur, go to the contact settings and select the option “Recover from the cloud”.
What to do if your contacts are not synchronized?
Using the cloud ensures that your data is accessed from any device, whether it’s a tablet, another smartphone or even a web version via a browser. Automatic saving eliminates the need to manually make backups before each change of gadget.
Transfer via Google Contacts
Many users prefer the Google ecosystem because of its versatility. If your contacts are saved in a Gmail account, the process of migrating to the new Xiaomi becomes trivial.
You can check where your numbers are saved in the Contacts app. Click on the menu (three dots or stripes) and select Contacts to Display or Filters. SIM-The card or memory of the phone, and not on Google, then sync will not be available.
To correct this, copy all numbers to your Google account. On older versions of MIUI, this is done via the Import/Export menu → Import from your phone memory → Google Account. After that, on the new device, all numbers will automatically reach up when you log in to your account.
| Method | Speed. | Network dependency | Photo preservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Mover | Tall. | Just for the start. | Yes. |
| Mi Cloud | Medium | Wi-Fi required | Yes. |
| Google Sync | Medium | Internet is required | Yes. |
| SIM-map | Low. | Not required | No. |
Using a Google account is especially convenient if you are switching from an Android smartphone from another manufacturer, such as Samsung or Honor.
Classical method: SIM-map and Bluetooth
If you don’t have the internet at hand or prefer the old proven methods, you can use it. SIM-This method is suitable for transferring only text data (name and number), but it is completely independent of the manufacturer's software.
To do this, open contacts on your old phone, select a menu, and click "Import/Export." Select "Export to Export" option. SIM-Note that modern SIMs have a limited amount of memory, so not all records can be transferred if there are too many of them.
After the export is completed, insert SIM-card to your new phone. Go to the same menu and select "Import with" SIM-The system will suggest selecting a save location – you should choose a phone memory or Google account, so that in the future you can access the expanded fields.
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For export on SIM-The map can be shortened to long names. 10-12 Check the list after import and edit the names if necessary.
Alternatively, transfer via Bluetooth. In the Contacts app, select Share Contacts, mark the right (or all) and send via Bluetooth to the new device. The receiving phone will need to confirm receipt and import.
Solving problems with duplicates and display
Often, after transferring data, users encounter a problem where the same contact is displayed twice or three times, this happens if the numbers are stored in both the phone's memory and on the phone's memory. SIM-It's in the cloud and in the map at the same time.
To solve this problem, the standard Contacts app has a built-in unification tool. Go to the app settings (three dots in the corner) and find the option “Combine duplicates” or “Contact Management.” The system will automatically find matches by phone number and prompt them to merge.
If automatic unification didn’t work, you can use the web version of Google Contacts (contacts.google.com), which has a “Combine and Fix” feature that works better, analyzing not only numbers, but also names.
⚠️ Warning: Before mass unification or deletion of duplicates, be sure to make a backup copy so that important data is not accidentally erased.
Also check the display filters. From the contacts menu, select “Configure your contact list” or “Contacts to display” and make sure to check only the right sources to avoid visual noise.
Recovery of remote contacts
If you're missing a number during the transfer, don't panic. There's a Recycle Bin in the MIUI shell and Google services, where deleted records are stored for 30 days, making it easy to recover randomly erased information.
In the Contacts app, go to the settings and find Contact Recovery (often inside the Mi Cloud or Recycle Bin menu) and there will be a list of all deleted entries with the option to return them back to the phone book.
There is a separate recovery site for Google users, and go to contacts.google.com/restore, where you can select a recovery point (like yesterday or a week ago) and roll back the phone book to that point.
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Regularly syncing with the cloud is the best protection against data loss: set up automatic backups immediately after you buy a new phone.
If you notice the loss of rooms after a month, it will be impossible to return them with standard means.