How to transfer applications to the new Xiaomi Redmi smartphone

Buying a new Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone is always a pleasant anticipation, but the procedure of data migration often raises questions among users. Modern shells MIUI and HyperOS offer powerful built-in tools, but their functionality is not always obvious at first glance. It is important to understand that simple reinstallation of applications is not enough – you need to keep the logic of work, passwords and settings inside programs.

The process of transitioning to the Xiaomi ecosystem requires careful approach to the choice of method of transfer, because it depends on the integrity of your data. Some methods allow you to copy only shortcuts, while others carry the full amount of information, including cache and authorization. In this article, we will discuss all the options available in detail so that you can choose the best one for your situation.

There are several proven migration methods, each with its own advantages depending on the amount of data and the speed of the Internet connection.We will consider the regular Mi Mover app, sync via Google cloud, and manual installation through the file manager.

Using the Mi Mover app for quick migration

The most efficient and quickest way to transfer information between smartphones is to use the proprietary Mi Mover utility, which is pre-installed on most modern Xiaomi and Redmi devices, and for older models or devices of other brands, the application is available for download. The main advantage of the method is to create a direct Wi-Fi channel between devices, which allows you to transfer large amounts of data without using mobile traffic.

To get started, you need to run the app on both devices. On the new smartphone, select Reciever and on the old one, Sender. QR-You can use the code or you can search for pairing devices, and once you've established the connection, you can have a flexible setup of what you want to move.

The interface allows you to selectively copy contacts, messages, call history, system settings and, most importantly, installed applications. It is important to note that when you transfer applications from Android to Android, not only the installation file is copied, but most user data inside them, which eliminates the need for re-authorization in many services.

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Use the Apps Only feature in Mi Mover if you need to quickly install the entire package on a new phone, but you don’t want to port media files as they take up too much space.

• 🚀 High data transfer speed thanks to direct Wi-Fi connection without router.
• 📱 Preserving folder structure and icon location on the desktop.
• 🔒 Local data transfer provides a high level of confidentiality.
• 🔄 Ability to interrupt the process and resume it later without losing progress.

⚠️ Warning: Make sure both devices are at least 50% charged before large-scale data transfers, as the process may consume significant amounts of power.

Sync through Google Account and Cloud Services

An alternative and often more reliable method is to use Google's cloud infrastructure. When a new Redmi smartphone is first activated, the system will prompt you to log into your Google account.This step is critical, as it links your digital past to the new device.All apps ever installed through the Play Market will be marked as available for download.

Once you log in, you go to the data recovery section, and the system will suggest you choose a backup from your old device. Unlike Mi Mover, this method is more focused on restoring the list of applications and their basic settings, rather than cloning the current state. Contacts, calendars, and notes are synchronized automatically in the background.

For users who are actively using Google Photos and Google Drive, this method is even more effective. Media files and documents will be downloaded as needed, not taking up all the space on the internal drive at once. However, it is worth considering that full download of all applications over the Internet can take considerable time with unstable connection.

Settings → Google → Backup → Start copying

Manual installation and transfer APK-file

In situations where automated methods do not work or you need to migrate specific modified versions of programs, the manual method is used. It involves copying APK installation files to a new device. This method requires a file manager, such as a built-in Explorer from Xiaomi or a third-party MI File Manager.

First, you need to find the right applications on the old device. Some file managers have an Analyzer feature that allows you to see the list of installed programs and export their installers, USB-cable.

After moving files to the new Redmi, you need to allow installation from unknown sources. Android and the MIUI shell strictly control this process for security reasons. You will need to confirm the action in the system dialog, after which the standard installation procedure will begin.

• 📂 Ability to transfer applications removed from the Play Market.
• 🛡️ Full control over installed versions of programs.
• 💾 Independence from Internet connection speed.

⚠️ Attention: When manually installed APK-There is a risk of malware infecting the device with files from unverified sources. Use this method only for files received from trusted devices. MIUI and HyperOS Shells MIUI The new HyperOS has its own features of memory and access rights, which affect the migration process. Unlike pure Android, it actively uses aggressive memory optimization, which can prevent the background loading of data immediately after transfer. The user may need to manually run each application at least once, special attention should be paid to access rights. After transferring to the new device, permissions to use a microphone, camera or geolocation for portable applications may be reset. Xiaomi’s security system will require re-confirmation for each critical request, and the “Second Space” or “Cloning Apps” feature is worth mentioning. If you used these features on your old phone, the standard portables may not copy data from cloned profiles automatically, but will have to be reconfigured or use specialized backup tools inside the apps themselves. 💡Xiaomi shells require manual permission checks for portable applications, as security settings do not always migrate automatically. Solving compatibility and Android versions issues A common problem when switching to a new smartphone is incompatibility of operating system versions. If you are switching from an old device to Android 8 or 9 New Redmi with Android 13/14, Some old apps may not be installed, processor architecture and security requirements may also be different, and in such cases, the system will suggest finding a current counterpart in the Play Market, and if the application is no longer supported by the developer, you will have to look for alternatives. There are also possible errors when porting data from banking applications due to increased security requirements of the environment, and sometimes cleaning the data of the Google Play Services application itself before syncing helps to solve compatibility problems. This resets the compatibility cache and forces the system to re-check all the requirements for each application in the backup list. ⚠️ Old ones. 32-Bit applications may not work on new ones 64-bit-processors. 🔄 Banking applications often require a complete reinstallation and re-binding of the device. 📉 Some games may not save progress if it hasn't been synced with the developer cloud.Once the migration is successfully completed, the new phone may be slower than usual. This is because the system indexes files and background processes complete the setup of apps. Xiaomi recommends not loading the device in the first hour after the transfer. Often, when you transfer, you copy a lot of junk files, temporary data, and cache that has been accumulating on your old device for years. Use the built-in Cleanup tool in the Security app to remove unnecessary residues. The final step will be to check the updates for all the transferred applications. Go to Play Market or GetApps and upgrade all programs to the latest versions optimized for your new hardware and HyperOS version. → The phone. → Version. MIUI/HyperOS → Check the updates Why the phone warms up after the transfer? 24 After the data migration, the processor is actively working in the background, optimizing databases and indexing files, which is a normal phenomenon that will pass on its own. Can you migrate applications from the iPhone to Xiaomi? Yes, it can be done using the Move to iOS app (backward) or using cloud services, but it is impossible to migrate the apps themselves (.apk) from iOS due to the different operating systems. You will have to re-download them from Android-markets, and the data will be stored only in those applications that support cross-platform synchronization through your account (for example, Telegram, WhatsApp, games with binding). What if Mi Mover is stuck in the middle of the process? Don't panic. Interrupt on both devices, turn off Wi-Fi and turn it on again. Make sure both phones are on screens and the Mi Mover app is deployed to the full screen. If the problem is repeated, try transferring data in smaller portions, choosing not "All" but specific categories, such as "Apps." Will passwords from Wi-Fi networks be saved after transfer? When using Mi Mover or a full Google backup, passwords from stored Wi-Fi networks are usually transferred automatically. On new devices, try to re-sale the phone, you will certainly need to re-to re-connect with the old networks before you re-sale them. Once you’ve made sure all your data is successfully transferred to the new Redmi, do a full reset on the old device. Go to Settings → Phone → Settings → Reset → Delete all your data. This ensures that your personal photos, contacts and passwords are not shared with the new owner. How to transfer WhatsApp data without losing your correspondence history? For WhatsApp, the best way to use the built-in backup function in the app itself before transferring. Go to Settings → Chats → Backup Chats and create a copy in Google Drive. Once WhatsApp is installed on the new phone and confirmed number, the application will also offer you to restore the data from the Mover method to Google Drive.