If you are switching from an iPhone, we recommend that you install the Google Drive app. setting and backupselect everything you want to save and move to your new phone. You also need to move it to your iPhone settingheading to messageturn it off iMessage,and setting, FaceTime Toggle it off so you don’t miss any calls or text messages on your new phone.
If you use a two-factor authentication (2FA) app, like Google Authenticator, check its instructions for transferring your account (don’t erase your old phone until you’ve done this). If you use a messaging app, like WhatsApp, follow these steps to back up your chats on your old phone: setting, chatand Chat Backup.
Setting up a new Android phone
Insert the SIM card into your new phone (skip this step if you’re using an eSIM) and press and hold the power button to turn it on (you can also insert the SIM card after setting up your device). You’ll be guided through the setup process, starting with choosing your language and region settings.
Depending on your new Android phone, you might be able to copy your data directly from your old device. You can also do this over Wi-Fi, but connecting the two phones with a cable is the quickest, easiest, and usually most comprehensive way to copy over your old data (especially photos and videos), so we recommend doing that if you have the option.
For example, if you’re switching from an iPhone to an Android phone, you can transfer contacts, photos, videos and calendar events over Wi-Fi, but you’ll need to use a cable to transfer messages (SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp), apps (available on the Play Store), music (non-DRM only) and notes. Here’s a handy Android website with detailed instructions on how to make the switch.
