Everything works as simply as possible.
You grab two of your phones and install Smart Switch on both.
On Samsung devices, it may be installed by default.
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Then you better open Smart Switch on both phones and choose whether to transfer data via cable or wirelessly.
Once synchronized, data transfer will begin.
Furthermore, you could install Smart Switch on your Mac or Windows PC to back up your Samsung.
Below I will show you how Samsung Smart Switch works in more detail.
How do I transfer everything from my old Samsung to a new one?
Upgraded to a new Samsung?
Heres how to bring all your memories, contacts, apps, and options along!
Your data will start moving.
Grab a coffee, and your new Samsung will feel like home in a few minutes.
Check your new gear once the transfer is complete to ensure everythings there.
Enjoy your new Samsung with all your old memories intact!
Note:If your old Samsung has a Secure Folder, it wont be transferred automatically.
You will have to drop your password to prove that it is you to start the transfer process.
Ensure both smartphones have Samsung Smart Switch installed and start the process.
you’re free to also use either the wireless transferring method or a USB cable.
The thing is, if your old Android has miniUSB, youll need a miniUSB-to-USB-C cable.
The key trick is that you dont even have to link your phones with a specific cable.
it’s possible for you to transfer data via iCloud.
Anyway, I will show you both ways below.
But lets prepare your iPhone first.
First, you oughta ensure the backup option is enabled on your iPhone.
Heres how:
Once youre backup is ready, you gotta perform one more action.
You should disable Find My feature.
This is to ensure that this function does not conflict with data transfer.
Afterwards, you’ve got the option to just as easily turn it back on.
Now youre good to go.
Using iCloud
Using cable
Here you will need a Lightning-to-USB-C cable.
Heres how it works:
Once connected, the data transfer will start automatically.
Wait for the process to complete.
How to use Samsung Smart Switch on PC or Mac
Samsung Smart Switch isnt just for phones.
Can Samsung Smart Switch transfer WhatsApp data?
However, there are a couple of things to note.
If your Samsung gear has been previously active on WhatsApp before using Smart Switch, the restoration wont proceed.
Additionally, while iPhone users can transfer WhatsApp data, this specific feature isnt available for Android users.
Does Samsung Smart Switch transfer apps?
Yes, Smart Switch is the bridge youve been looking for when upgrading to a new Galaxy rig.
From Android, it brings over app data, images, music, videos, and more.
However, remember that specific items like native iPhone wallpapers or data in private storage wont make the leap.
