You’ve taken the big tech leap and decided to use an AndroidTM instead of an iPhone®. Even though you’ve been an iPhone fan for a long time, you want to make the most of all the incredible features that Android phones, like the most recent Samsung Galaxy®, have to offer.
We’re here to help make the switch from iPhone to Android seamless. Every day, Asurion Experts assist millions of consumers get the most out of their favorite technology. These easy steps will assist you in moving contacts, calendars, images, and more from your iPhone to your Android device.
How to use a Samsung Smart Switch to move data from an iPhone to a Galaxy device
You can quickly move all of your valuable files from your old iPhone to your new Galaxy mobile using the Samsung Smart Switch® software. You may either use the iCloud® backup on your iPhone or hardwire your two phones together. To begin, follow these steps:
- Select Settings > [your name] > iCloud on the iPhone. Slide Contacts off, then choose “Keep on My iPhone.”
- Navigate to Settings > Accounts and backup > Bring data from previous device > iPhone/iPad on the Galaxy phone.
You now have two options: either use a cable to connect your iPhone to the Galaxy device and follow the on-screen instructions, or choose Get data from iCloud to transfer data straight from your iCloud account. If you choose iCloud, all you have to do is sign in with your Apple® ID and password, select the data you want to import, and then select Transfer.
You’ve taken the big tech leap and decided to use an AndroidTM instead of an iPhone®. Even though you’ve been an iPhone fan for a long time, you want to make the most of all the incredible features that Android phones, like the most recent Samsung Galaxy®, have to offer.
We’re here to help make the switch from iPhone to Android seamless. Every day, Asurion Experts assist millions of consumers get the most out of their favorite technology. These easy steps will assist you in moving contacts, calendars, images, and more from your iPhone to your Android device.
How to use a Samsung Smart Switch to move data from an iPhone to a Galaxy device
You can quickly move all of your valuable files from your old iPhone to your new Galaxy mobile using the Samsung Smart Switch® software. You may either use the iCloud® backup on your iPhone or hardwire your two phones together. To begin, follow these steps:
- Select Settings > [your name] > iCloud on the iPhone. Slide Contacts off, then choose “Keep on My iPhone.”
- Navigate to Settings > Accounts and backup > Bring data from previous device > iPhone/iPad on the Galaxy phone.
You now have two options: either use a cable to connect your iPhone to the Galaxy device and follow the on-screen instructions, or choose Get data from iCloud to transfer data straight from your iCloud account. If you choose iCloud, all you have to do is sign in with your Apple® ID and password, select the data you want to import, and then select Transfer.
How to use Google Drive to move data from an iPhone to an Android
Google DriveTM is a cloud-based storage solution that allows you to save files on your computer, tablet, or smartphone and access them from any location. It’s yet another simple method to move contacts, calendars, pictures, and more—even between operating systems and brands. Make sure both devices are logged into the Google Drive app and connected to Wi-Fi before you start.
Make a backup of your iPhone first:
- After launching the Google Drive application, choose Settings > Backup by tapping the Menu button.
- After selecting the data (contacts, calendar, photos, and videos) you want to save, press START save.
If you’re switching phones, you should turn off FaceTime® and iMessage® on your iPhone to ensure you don’t miss any calls or messages. touch Settings > Messages, then touch the switch next to iMessage to disable it. touch Settings > FaceTime, then touch the switch next to FaceTime to turn it off.
Once the backup is finished, log in to your new Android smartphone using the same Google™ account. Your Android device should be able to access the data from your previous iOS® device.
How to move contacts between an Android phone and an iPhone
A few easy steps will allow you to move your contacts from an iOS mobile to an Android handset. Here’s how:
- Select Contacts by tapping Settings on your iPhone.
- After selecting Accounts, choose iCloud.
- Press iCloud once again. Next, confirm that the Contacts switch is turned on.
- Use your Apple ID to log in to iCloud.com from a computer.
- After selecting Contacts, click the gear icon in the lower left corner.
- After selecting choose All, choose Export vCard.
- Afterward, log in to gmail.com.
- Tap the 3×3 grid symbol, which is the Google applications launcher icon, located in the upper-right corner. Select Contacts.
- Choose your stored vCard file by selecting Import from the menu on the left.
How to connect an Android phone to an iPhone calendar
Keeping track of your appointments and meetings is crucial. To move the contents of your iOS calendar to your new Android device, follow these steps:
- To add your Gmail account to your iPhone, go to Settings > Calendar. If it has already been added, choose it.
- Turn on Calendars to have your data synchronized with your Gmail account.
How to move pictures from an iPhone to an Android device
Preserve your most treasured memories. To make it easier to access your iPhone images on your new Android device, back them up to Google PhotosTM. It’s easy:
- Install the Google Photos app on your iPhone. Go to your Google account and log in.
- Tap Menu on the app.
- Choose Settings, then Back up & sync and toggle on.
Now, when you open Google Photos on your Android device, the photos you synced from your iPhone will appear.