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Buying a new smartphone, especially a brand device Vivo, is always accompanied by pleasant excitement and a desire to quickly start using all the functions. However, this enthusiasm often gives way to mild panic when the need arises to transfer contacts, photos and correspondence history accumulated over the years from the old device. Fortunately, modern Android ecosystems offer many tools to solve this problem without losing important information.
In this article we will look in detail at how to transfer data from Android to Android vivo, using both the manufacturer’s proprietary utilities and standard cloud services. Regardless of what brand your previous phone was - Samsung, Xiaomi or Honor, the migration process will be as simplified as possible thanks to platform compatibility. It is only important to choose the most convenient method for you and prepare both gadgets for the procedure.
Proprietary EasyShare application: the main migration tool
The company Vivo has developed its own application called EasyShare, which is the most preferred method for transferring content. This solution is optimized specifically for the interface Funtouch OS or OriginOS, which guarantees the correct operation of all system settings and application icons. The utility works by creating a local Wi-Fi access point, so data transfer occurs at high speed and does not consume mobile data.
To get started, you need to install the application on both smartphones. On a new device Vivo it is often preinstalled in the “Tools” folder. On an old phone, you can download it from the store Google Play or the official website of the manufacturer. After launch, both screens will ask you to select the device role: “Send” or “Receive”. Make sure that the sending mode is selected on the old phone, and the receiving mode on the new one.
Then the connection process occurs automatically or through scanning a QR code. The new phone Vivo will generate a code that needs to be pointed at by the camera of the old device. Once the connection is established, you will see an interface for selecting data categories. The system allows you to flexibly customize the transfer, selecting only the necessary elements, so as not to clog up the memory with unnecessary files.
- 📂 Contacts and call logs are transferred along with subscriber photos.
- 🖼️ Media files include photos, videos and audio recordings from the internal memory.
- 📱 Applications are installed on a new phone, but their internal data may not be transferred for security reasons.
- ⚙️ System settings, such as alarms and wallpapers, are copied completely.
⚠️ Attention: When transferring applications via EasyShare, the APK files themselves are copied, but the logins and passwords inside them are often lost. Banking applications and instant messengers will require re-authorization.
Synchronization via Google Account and cloud
If you do not want to use third-party applications or do not have a cable at hand, the classic method of synchronization via Google Account remains one of the most reliable. This method is ideal for transferring contacts, notes, calendar and browser history Chrome. The data is automatically uploaded to cloud storage and then downloaded to the new smartphone when you first log in.
To prepare your old phone, go to the menu Settings → Accounts and synchronization. Select your Google profile and make sure that the switches next to the desired items (Contacts, Calendar, Documents) are active. Click the manual sync button to ensure that the latest information is sent to the corporation's servers. This process may take several minutes depending on the amount of data.
On a new device Vivo during initial setup, the system will prompt you to enter your Google login and password. After successful authorization, the phone will automatically start pulling up contacts and calendar events in the background. For photos and videos, it is better to use the service Google Photosby enabling the “Autoupload” function on your old device.
Google Photos provides 15 GB of free space, which is divided between Mail, Drive and Photos. If your archive is larger, you may need to purchase an additional subscription or use a different method.
Turn on contact syncing a few hours before changing your phone to ensure all numbers are accurately stored in the cloud.
Local backup and restore
For users who prefer to keep data is under complete control and does not trust cloud services, the local backup method is excellent. Smartphones Vivo have a built-in powerful backup tool that creates a complete snapshot of the system on the internal memory or SD card. This is especially true if you have a weak Internet or a large amount of data.
On an old device (if it is also Vivo) or on a new phone to create a restore point, go to the Settings → System → Backup and Restore. Here you can create a new backup by selecting the type of data: messages, call logs, home screen settings and installed applications. The backup file will be saved in a secure system folder.
If you are switching from a phone of another brand, creating a full system backup may not be possible without root access. In this case, it is recommended to use the Export to Drive function for media and contacts separately. The contact database file usually has an extension .vcf, it can be easily transferred through any messenger and imported on a new device.
| Data type | Transfer method | Speed | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact | Google / VCF file | Instant | High |
| Photo and Video | EasyShare / Cable | High | High |
| Applications | Google Play / EasyShare | Depends on the network | Medium |
| SMS messages | EasyShare / Backup | Medium | High |
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Transferring data via USB cable and computer
Sometimes wireless methods are unstable due to interference on the air or the characteristics of specific equipment. In such situations, the good old wired connection via a computer becomes a salvation. This method requires a PC or laptop, as well as a working USB cable, preferably an original one, to ensure stable transfer speeds.
Connect your old smartphone to the computer and select the USB operating mode File transfer (MTP). Open the internal memory of the device and copy the folders DCIM (photo from camera), Pictures, Download and Music to your hard drive. After that, disconnect the old phone and connect the new one Vivo, selecting the same operating mode, and drag the files into the appropriate directories.
This method is especially good for transferring “heavy” video files in resolution 4Kthat take a long time load by air. However, it is worth remembering that system and application settings cannot be transferred in this way - only user content. For contacts, you can export the file .vcf to your computer, and then put it into the memory of the new phone and open it for import.
⚠️ Attention: When copying large amounts of data via USB, do not abruptly disconnect the cable. Use the “Safely Remove Hardware” function in the computer operating system to avoid damage to the file system.
What to do if the computer does not recognize the phone?
If the PC does not recognize the device, try another USB port (preferably USB 3.0 on the back of the system unit). Also check if the ADB driver or the universal Android driver is installed. Sometimes enabling “USB Debugging” in the menu for developers helps, although this is not necessary for simply copying files.
Features of transferring messages and call logs
Transferring SMS history and call lists often raises the most questions, since this data is not fully synchronized with Google by default. Standard Google sync only saves contacts, not message texts. Therefore, to save important correspondence, you need to use specialized tools.
Application EasyShare copes with this task best, since it has direct access to the system message database. When you select the “Messages” option during the migration process, all conversations will be transferred exactly as they looked on the old phone, preserving dates and senders. This is critically important for those who store confirmation codes or memorable correspondence.
If you are using a phone other than Vivo as a source, you can use the application SMS Backup & Restore. It creates an XML backup file that can be transferred to a new phone in any convenient way and restored there. This method is universal and works on almost all versions of Android, ensuring complete safety of text history.
The history of calls and SMS is not transferred through the standard login to your Google Account, for this you definitely need assistant applications like EasyShare.
Frequent problems and their solutions during migration
Despite smooth processes, users may encounter a number of technical difficulties. The most common problem is that the connection drops while transferring large files via Wi-Fi Direct. This often happens if one of the devices has a power saving mode enabled, which aggressively turns off communication modules.
Another nuance concerns operating system versions. If you're upgrading from a very old Android (such as version 6 or 7) to a modern Android 13 or 14, some older apps may not install automatically. In this case, the system will offer to find their analogues in the store Vivo With Android 13 or 14, some older apps may not install automatically. In this case, the system will prompt you to find their analogues in the store Play Market, but the data inside them may be lost if the developer has not provided for cloud synchronization.
It is also worth paying attention to the lack of space. Before starting the procedure, always check the free space on your new device. If the amount of data being transferred exceeds the available memory, the process will be interrupted in the middle and you will have to start over or manually delete the excess.
⚠️ Attention: Menu interfaces and item names may differ slightly depending on the Funtouch OS shell version. If you do not find the item you need, use the search in the settings by entering the keyword “Backup” or “Transfer.”
Why do applications not open after transfer?
Many applications are tied to a unique device identifier (Device ID) or require re-logging into your account for security reasons. After the transfer, simply open the application and enter your credentials again.
Is it possible to transfer data if the old phone is broken and does not turn on?
If the screen does not work, but the phone turns on and makes sounds, you can try connecting a USB mouse via an OTG adapter to control it blindly. If the board is damaged, transfer is only possible by removing the memory card (if the data is there) or restoring from a previously created Google cloud copy.
Is the data on the old phone erased after the transfer?
No, the transfer process via EasyShare or Google is copying, not moving. All your files, contacts and settings will remain intact on your old device until you decide to perform a factory reset.
How to transfer WhatsApp data to a new Vivo?
The most reliable way is to back up your chats in the settings of WhatsApp itself on your old phone (to Google Drive). When you install WhatsApp on a new device and enter the same phone number, the system will offer to restore your chat history from the cloud.
Does Vivo support transferring data from iPhone?
Yes, the EasyShare application has a version for iOS. You can install it on your iPhone, create a hotspot and transfer contacts, photos and videos to your Vivo smartphone. However, iMessage messages and iOS applications cannot be transferred due to differences in operating systems.
What to do if the transfer is stuck at 99%?
Don't panic and don't reboot your phones right away. Please wait 10-15 minutes as the system may finish indexing small files. If the process does not move for more than an hour, you will have to interrupt it, reboot both devices and try to transfer data in smaller portions (for example, only photos, then only contacts).