Moving your data to a new iPhone has become a fairly seamless process, thanks in large part to Apple's iCloud backup and restore process. Show
So before you start transferring apps to your new iPhone, it's recommended to backup your old phone to iCloud. That way, you can use the backup to duplicate your existing iPhone — apps and data included — on a new phone when you upgrade. And if for any reason you don't want to use iCloud to restore your new iPhone via iCloud, you can transfer apps one at a time using the App Store. How to transfer apps to a new iPhone using iCloudWith your iCloud backup ready, you can restore it during your new iPhone's initial setup. 1. Turn on your new iPhone and follow the setup instructions. 2. On the Apps & Data screen, tap Restore from iCloud Backup. If it's toggled to off, slide it on and select Back up now. When the backup is complete, you're good to go. You can't restore a backup from a higher Android version onto a device with a lower Android version. Restore Your Data to the New PhoneNow you're ready to restore your data to the new Android. If you haven't set up your new phone, you'll be able to restore your data, including apps, during that process. If you set up your phone and didn't restore your data, reset it to factory settings and start the setup process over again.
Use the Samsung Smart Switch Mobile AppIf you have the Galaxy S7 or later, Smart Switch Mobile is pre-installed on your device. For older devices, download the app from Google Play or the Samsung app store. You can use the app to transfer data from an Android phone running 6.0 Marshmallow or later to a Samsung phone. To access the app on the S7 or later, tap Settings > Accounts and backup > Smart Switch. For any other phones, look for it in the app drawer. You can use three methods with Smart Switch: Wirelessly, USB cable, or external storage (SD card or USB storage). Using Smart Switch With a Wireless ConnectionHere's how to transfer apps using the wireless method, which is the most straightforward.
Using Smart Switch With a USB CableHere's how to transfer apps using a USB cable.
Using Smart Switch With an SD CardTo use the external storage option, insert the SD card or connect the phone to the USB storage device that contains the apps you want to restore. Follow the screen prompts. Samsung also has Smart Switch apps for Windows and Mac. Download and launch the desktop app, connect your new phone to the computer, and follow the on-screen instructions to transfer apps and other data. Backing Up and Restoring GamesHow frustrating is it to start up a new phone, open your favorite game, and find that your progress has been erased? Fear not. With most games in the Play Store, you can easily back up your progress and bring it with you to each new device. A common way to back up games is through Google Play Games. Compatible apps have a green gamepad icon on their Play Store listing. Open the app, tap the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner, then select Settings and turn on the Automatically sign in to supported games toggle. Once you've transferred your games to the new phone, log in to your Play Games account to sync progress. If your game is not Google Play Games compatible, back it up separately. Check the app's settings to see if there's a backup option. Other ConsiderationsFor non-Google apps, double-check that those apps are backing up to Google Drive. For instance, you might want a messaging app to save your chat history. Most popular apps will have this option. If you save passwords or bookmarks in Chrome or another mobile browser, be sure to sign in on all your devices so that your data syncs properly. Go to the browser settings and sign in if you're not already. FAQ
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