How to transfer data for iPhone

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Whether you just bought a used iPhone from CompAsia Thailand or upgraded from an older model, transferring your data is an important step in making your new iPhone feel like yours. This guide will show you the easiest and most efficient way to transfer data from your old device, whether it's another iPhone or an Android phone.

What is data transfer?

Data transfer is the process of moving your content, such as contacts, messages, photos, apps, and settings, from your old device to your new one. Apple has made this process much smoother, especially when moving from one iPhone to another. Even if you're switching from Android to iPhone, there are easy-to-use tools to help you make the transition smoothly.

iPhone to iPhone Transfer

Option 1: Quick Start (Cross-Data Transfer)

Apple's Quick Start feature makes it easy to quickly and wirelessly transfer data between iPhones.

step:

  1. Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

  2. Turn on your new iPhone and place it next to your old one.

  3. The Quick Start screen will appear on your old iPhone. Tap Continue.

  4. Verify your identity using your Apple ID

  5. Use your old iPhone's camera to scan the animations on your new iPhone.

  6. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up Face ID or Touch ID.

  7. Select Transfer from old iPhone to start migrating your data.

strength:

  • Wireless and easy to use

  • Transfer almost anything, including app layouts and settings.

  • No additional tools required


Option 2: Transfer data directly via USB.

You can also transfer data directly using the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter and Lightning to USB cable, or wirelessly via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth during setup.

Steps (USB method):

  1. Connect both devices using a cable and adapter.

  2. During setup, select Transfer from iPhone when prompted.

  3. Connect the device and plug it in.

strength:

  • Faster large data transfer speeds

  • Ideal when Wi-Fi is unstable.

Switching from Samsung/Android to iPhone

Option 1: Move to iOS app

Apple's Move to iOS app lets you wirelessly move content from Android.

step:

  1. Download Move to iOS from the Google Play Store.

  2. Start setting up your iPhone and when you reach the Apps & Data screen, select Move Data from Android.

  3. Open the Move to iOS app on your Android phone.

  4. Enter the code displayed on your iPhone.

  5. Select what you want to transfer (contacts, messages, photos, etc.)

  6. Wait for the transfer to complete and finish setting up your iPhone.

strength:

  • Completely wireless

  • Free and made by Apple

Option 2: Cloud service (Google Drive)

If you've already backed up your content to Google Drive, you can manually restore it on your iPhone.

step:

  1. Upload your photos, videos, and contacts to Google Drive on your Android device.

  2. Install Google Drive or Google Photos on your iPhone.

  3. Sign in and access your content directly from the app.

strength:

  • Suitable for partial transfer

  • Available after setup

Option 3: Third-party apps (such as MobileTrans)

Tools like MobileTrans, AnyTrans or Dr.Fone support data transfer between a wider range of platforms.

Steps (MobileTrans example):

  1. Download the MobileTrans desktop app

  2. Connect both devices to your computer.

  3. Select the type of data to transfer and start.

strength:

  • Support media, text, app data

  • Suitable for advanced users or specific needs.

Additional options: iCloud backup

If you used iCloud on your old iPhone, you can easily recover all the data.

step:

  1. Make sure you've backed up your old iPhone to iCloud (Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup > Back Up Now).

  2. On your new iPhone, during setup, choose Restore from iCloud Backup.

  3. Sign in with your Apple ID and select the most recent backup.

strength:

  • No need to have both phones.

  • Accessible from anywhere with internet access

Final checklist before you get started:

  • 🔋 Fully charge both devices.

  • 📶 Connect to stable Wi-Fi

  • 🧾 Remember your Apple ID and password.

  • 💾 Make sure there is enough storage space on your new iPhone.

  • 🔒 Disable the lock screen/find my feature on Android.

Transferring data doesn't have to be complicated, whether you're moving from another iPhone or switching from Android, Apple has tools to make the process easy and seamless. At CompAsia Thailand, we guarantee that your used iPhone will feel like new from the moment you turn it on, starting with a smooth data transfer experience.

For more tips on getting started with your device, check out our other guides or contact our support team anytime.