![]() During this process, you’ll be able to select the data you want to transfer, and you’ll be notified when the transfer process has been completed. Data transfer usually happens over WiFi, but in some cases, you can transfer via a cable. You’ll likely be able to transfer data directly from your old Android device by placing it near your new one, which cuts out many steps. The easiest thing to do in most such cases, however, is to simply follow the on-screen instructions when you first set up your new phone. OnePlus makes OnePlus Switch, which comes pre-installed on some OnePlus devices, and can transfer similar desired data. This app gets installed on your old Android phone, and aids in the switch to a new LG device by transferring data like photos, music, video, call logs, messages, and so on. Or perhaps you’re moving to an LG phone, in which case the LG Mobile Switch app is probably the way to go. Google has its own Data Transfer Tool that makes it painless to transfer data from your old phone to a Pixel phone, too. It works very well, and even includes tools to switch from an iPhone. ![]() Samsung has its Smart Switch app, which helps users migrate to a Samsung phone from another brand. Many major Android phone manufacturers include custom migration tools on their devices. That’s true even if you store lots of music and data locally on your phone, though in that case, it may just take a few more minutes to complete the transfer process. Return to your computer and the Additional security verification page, make sure you get the message that says your configuration was successful, and then select Next. The authenticator app asks for a verification code as a test.įrom the Microsoft Authenticator app, scroll down to your work or school account, copy and paste the 6-digit code from the app into the Step 2: Enter the verification code from the mobile app box on your computer, and then select Verify.Google has made it a whole lot easier to transfer data from an old Android phone to a new one in the past few years, to the point where there’s little you have to actually do. Microsoft recommends adding your mobile device phone number to act as a backup if you're unable to access or use the mobile app for any reason.įrom the Step 4: Keep using your existing applications area, copy the provided app password and paste it somewhere safe. On your computer, add your mobile device phone number to the Step 3: In case you lose access to the mobile app area, and then select Next. Return to your computer and the Additional security verification page, make sure you get the message that says your configuration was successful, and then select Next. The authenticator app will send a notification to your mobile device as a test. Use your device's camera to scan the QR code from the Configure mobile app screen on your computer, and then choose Next. ![]() If you don't allow the camera, you can still set up the authenticator app as described in Manually add an account to the app. select Allow so the authenticator app can access your camera to take a picture of the QR code in the next step. Note: If you receive a prompt asking whether to allow the app to access your camera (iOS) or to allow the app to take pictures and record video (Android). ![]()
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