IntroductionSo, you are looking to make the change from iPhone to Android. Android is the most popular mobile OS (operating system) worldwide (Source: Statcounter 2020), so it is only natural for you to be curious and ditch the iPhone for a while at least. Show
One of the biggest questions we are asked is how to transfer data from iPhone to Android. Whatever your reasons for switching, this guide will show you how to easily transfer everything from your iPhone to your new Android phone. For each different section, we will take a look at a couple of different ways to transfer data from iPhone to Android- first of all being a comprehensive tool which makes quick and easy work of data transfer from your iPhone - TouchCopy. You can try out the TouchCopy software free, allowing you to transfer up to 100 music tracks from your iPhone. Try TouchCopy free ▼Receive an email with a link so you can download the free trial on your computer: Note: We respect your privacy. We won't share your Email address with anyone else, or send you spam. Buy TouchCopy nowJump straight to: Step 1: Manufacturer appsBefore we dive into how to transfer different types of data from iPhone to Android, you may be able to benefit from an app provided by the manufacturer of your new Android phone. An example of such an app is Samsung Smart Switch. Depending on the transfer method you use, you can transfer Contacts, Schedule, Messages, Notes, Call history, Bookmarks, Music, Video and more! This is a great method if you don't have access to a computer, because you can transfer data direct from iPhone to Android! There are 2 ways use this free app to transfer data from your iPhone to a Samsung Galaxy device:
Check out Samsung's page for a full guide on how to perform transfers using Smart Switch > Similar apps are available for other devices, such as the Xperia transfer Mobile app for Sony Xperia devices, or Phone Clone for Huawei devices. Unfortunately, some manufacturers (such as Xiaomi) do not provide such an app. Note that you won't be able to choose exactly what to transfer, which may mean clogging up your new device with unnecessary data. If you want full control over what is transferred, or the manufacturer of your device does not provide a switching app, follow the other steps in this guide. Step 2: MusicMethod 1: Transfer music from iPhone to Android: TouchCopyOur most comprehensive solution comes first - TouchCopy software. If you desire ease of use, and a 'one tool for all tasks' option, I recommend using TouchCopy. TouchCopy will transfer all different types of data from your iPhone (and iPad and iPod) to your PC or Mac. Messages, music, photos, contacts, and more and be copied! Here's how to transfer music from iPhone to Android:
Method 2: Transfer music from iPhone to Android: iTunesYou can also do this task in a similar way using iTunes. However, you can only transfer music purchased through iTunes to your Android using iTunes. To transfer any other music from your iPhone, you'll need a tool like TouchCopy.
Step 3: Photos & VideosMethod 1: Transfer Photos and Videos from iPhone to Android: TouchCopyOur photos and videos contain some of our most precious memories, so it's imperative that we keep them safe. Make sure that your files are saved to your device, rather than only in iCloud, as TouchCopy cannot copy files from iCloud. Here's how to transfer photos from iPhone to Android using TouchCopy:
For this demonstration, I used TouchCopy to copy iPhone photos and videos to my Windows Desktop. More info on TouchCopy (photos) TouchCopy Free DownloadMethod 2: Transfer Photos and Videos from iPhone to Android: WindowsIt is actually fairly easy to transfer photos and videos from iPhone to Android, unlike other media types. Simply connect your iPhone to your computer and open it using your File Manager. Select your photos and videos within the Internal Storage > DCIM folder. At this point, if you have a spare USB port on your computer, connect your Android and drag the selected photos and videos into your Android. If you don't have a spare USB port, copy the photos and videos to your Desktop. Then, safely eject your iPhone and connect your Android. You can then drag the copied files from your Desktop to your Android. Method 1: How to Transfer Contacts from iPhone to Android: TouchCopyUsing Android, you will have set up a Google account which your phone uses from contacts and calendars among other purposes. So, what you need to do is copy your contacts from your iPhone to your computer, then import them into your Google account. This is great because you will be able to access your contacts on any device which uses your Google account. Let's use TouchCopy to copy contacts to your PC, and then import the contacts into Google - all without the use of iCloud.
How do I get my contacts from my old phone to my new phone? Since your Android (like Samsung or Huawei) device should use the same Google account, you should now be able to access your transferred contacts on it. More info on TouchCopy (contacts) TouchCopy Free DownloadMethod 2: Transfer Contacts from iPhone to Android: Google DriveHow to Transfer Contacts from iPhone to Android without computer: This is a great method if you don't have access to a computer. As we saw for calendars, you'll need to download the Google Drive app on your iPhone.
Once you have backed up your data to Google Drive, you can access it on any other device which is connected to your Google account. Method 3: How to Transfer Contacts from iPhone to Android: Contact TransferAnother great method is the use of the Contact Transfer app. This nifty tool allows you to transfer your contacts from device to device locally through your PC - no need for online uploads or cloud syncing. Let's see how to copy contacts straight from iPhone to Android using Contact Transfer:
Step 5: CalendarsMethod 1: Transfer Calendars from iPhone to Android: TouchCopyTransferring your iPhone Calendars works in exactly the same way as transferring contacts. Follow these steps to transfer iPhone calendars to Android:
Since your Android device should use the same account, you should now be able to access your transferred calendars on it. More info on TouchCopy (calendars) TouchCopy Free DownloadMethod 2: Transfer Calendars from iPhone to Android: Google DriveIf you like to use cloud services to keep all your devices up to date and synced, you can use Google Drive to transfer data from iPhone to Android. For this, you'll need to download the Google Drive app on your iPhone.
Once you have backed up your data to Google Drive, you can access it on any other device which is connected to your Google account. Step 6: Other MediaUnfortunately, it is not possible to transfer some media from iPhone to Android without the use of a Manufacturers app as seen in Step 1. That said, for media such as Messages, Notes, Voicemail, Call Logs, Internet History, Reminders and Files, you can back them up from your iPhone to computer using TouchCopy. You can even then print them off or save as PDF, depending on the media type. If you need to transfer messages from your old phone to your new phone, our Droid Transfer software will do this for you if both devices are using the Android operating system as detailed in our blog article (transfer messages from Android to Android). We are currently investigating adding the functionality to transfer messages from iPhone to Android to Droid Transfer and our Transfer Companion app available on the Google Play Store. Please keep checking this article for future updates.
Extra: Wiping your iPhone ready for sale or disposalOnce you're sure that you have transferred all the data you need from your iPhone to your new Android, you may be eager to sell or recycle your old iPhone. But wait! ... We highly recommend backing up your iPhone data before getting rid of the device, just in case something should go wrong with your Android, or in case something important was missed during your migration. Backing up files in a readable format to your computer (using a tool like TouchCopy) is advised, as this means that you can access any of your files at any time. Backing up with iTunes or iCloud, however, will create a backup file which you can't use to get at your data. Safely and Efficiently Wiping your iPhoneNow, if you are considering selling your iPhone, giving it away, or recycling it, you want to make sure that it is safe to do so. As your iPhone is likely to contain personal, important information, it is crucial that you erase the device before it leaves your possession. This is for your privacy and safety, and is required in order for the device to be used by someone else. So, let's see how to erase and reset your iPhone:
Great! Now you've transferred all your data from an iPhone to your new Android phone, backed up your data, wiped your iPhone and you're ready to sell or recycle it. We hope you enjoyed the guide! Publisher: Wide Angle Software Don't forget to like & share with your friends!How do I transfer everything from iPhone to Samsung?Connect the two phones using the iOS phone's lightning cable and a USB-OTG adapter. If you're adding a new trusted device, you'll have to tap Trust, then you may have to enter your phone's unlock code to confirm the trust. Tap Next on the Galaxy phone. Select the content you want to transfer, and then tap Transfer.
Is there a way to transfer data without iCloud?Quick Start provides one of the best ways to set up and transfer your data from one iPhone to another without using iCloud. If both the source and the destination iPhone use iOS 12.4 or later versions, Quick Start will allow you to transfer your data using the iPhone Migration option.
Can I transfer all data from iPhone to Android?Moving your data is easy—just connect, select, transfer.
Copying your data from your iPhone to your new Android phone is safe and easy. Simply connect the two phones with a cable or pair them wirelessly over Wi-Fi to securely copy your contacts, photos, calendars, and more.
Can I transfer apps from iPhone to Samsung?With Smart Switch, you can transfer your apps, contacts, call logs, messages, photos, videos and other content to your new Galaxy device quickly and easily — whether you're upgrading from an older Samsung smartphone, another Android device, an iPhone or even a Windows phone.
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