Transferring data from Android to Xiaomi Redmi Note: a complete guide with photos and videos

Moving to a new smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Note is always an exciting moment. Especially when it comes to saving all important data: photos, contacts, messages and even application settings. Many users are afraid of losing information when moving from one Android devices to another, but in fact the process can be made as simple and safe as possible.

In this article we will analyze all possible methods of transferring data - from standard tools Xiaomi to universal solutions, working at any Android smartphones. You will learn how to migrate not only basic files, but also account settings, call history, and data from instant messengers. And also - what hidden nuances can ruin the transfer if they are not taken into account in advance.

It doesn’t matter whether you are moving from Samsung, Huawei or another Xiaomi —instructions are suitable for any combination of devices. The main thing is to prepare properly and choose the optimal method depending on the amount of data and Internet speed.

1. Preparing for the migration: what you need to do before you start

Before you start migrating, make sure that both smartphones are ready for the procedure. This will eliminate unexpected errors and data loss in the process.

On old device check:

• 🔋 Battery charge - at least 50%. The transfer can take from 10 minutes to several hours depending on the amount of data.
• 📶 Stable Internet connection (if you use cloud services). For larger volumes, it is better to connect to Wi-Fi.
• 📱 Free space —on the new one Redmi Note there should be at least 20% more than the transferred files occupy.

On new Xiaomi Redmi Note required:

• 🔐 Unlock the screen (if it is new, complete the initial setup before logging into your account).
• 📥 Disable Saving traffic v Settings → SIM cards and mobile networks.
• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version via Settings → About phone → Update systems.

Pay special attention applications with local storage (for example, WhatsApp, Vibersome games). Their data is not always transferred automatically - we’ll talk about this separately in the section on backup.

⚠️ Attention: If you used root access or custom firmware on your old phone, some system data (for example, SMS) may not be transferred. In this case, export them manually in advance through specialized applications like SMS Backup & Restore.

2. Method 1: Migration via Mi Mover (official Xiaomi tool)

Mi Mover is a proprietary solution from Xiaomi, optimized for transferring data between brand devices. It supports the transfer of almost all types of files, including:

• 📞 Contacts, call log and SMS
• 📷 Photos, videos and audio files
• 📱 Applications (with settings if they support backup)
• 📍 Data about location and system settings

How to use Mi Mover:

1. On new Xiaomi Redmi Note when you first turn on, select Data Transfer at the setup stage. If the phone is already configured, find the utility in Settings → Advanced → Data migration.
2. On old phone install Mi Mover from Google Play (if this is not Xiaomi).
3. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network or use access point (on the old phone, turn on Mode modem).
4. On the new one Redmi Note select I am receiving data, on the old one - I am sending data.
5. Scan the QR code from the new one phone on the old one or enter the PIN code to pair.
6. Select the types of data to transfer and wait for completion.

Both phones are connected to charging or have enough charge

Wi-Fi connection is stable (or modem mode is enabled)

The new Xiaomi has enough free space

The Mi Mover application has been updated to the latest version -->

The transfer speed depends on the amount of data and the quality of the connection. On average, 10 GB are transferred in 15–30 minutes. If the process is interrupted, you can resume it from the same place - Mi Mover saves the progress.

⚠️ Attention: If the old phone has firmware version lower than 12, some data (for example, notes or theme settings) may not be transferred. Check compatibility on MIUI versions below 12, some data (such as notes or theme settings) may not be transferred. Check compatibility at MIUI official website.

3. Method 2: Transfer via Google Account (universal method)

If you do not have the opportunity to use Mi Mover (for example, the old phone is not from Xiaomi), the most reliable option is synchronization via Google Account. This method works on any Android devices and saves:

• 📇 Contacts, calendars and tasks
• 📧 Emails from Gmail and other account data
• 📱 Installed applications (list of Google Play)
• 📍 Data from some games (if they support Google Play Games)

Step-by-step guide:

1. On old phone open Settings → Accounts → Google and make sure that synchronization is enabled for all necessary categories (contacts, calendar, etc.).
2. Start synchronization manually by clicking More → Synchronize now.
3. On new Xiaomi Redmi Note when setting up, select Restore from backup and log in to the same Google Account.
4. Select the latest backup and wait for the restoration to complete.

The advantage of this method is automatic data update. For example, if you add a new contact on your old phone before the transition is complete, it will be synchronized on the new device.

However, there are limitations:

• ❌ Photos and videos not transferred via Google Account (for them needed Google Photos).
• ❌ Application settings and messages from messengers not saved.
• ❌ Some games may not restore progress (depending on developer).

4. Method 3: Using an OTG cable or adapter (for large volumes)

If you have a lot of data (for example, tens of gigabytes of photos and videos), and the Internet connection is unstable, the best option is direct transfer via cable. For this you will need:

• 🔌 OTG cable (or adapter USB-C → USB-Aif the ports are different).
• 💾 Flash drive (optional, if you want to make an intermediate copy).

Transfer instructions:

1. Connect old phone to new Xiaomi Redmi Note via OTG cable, select Transferring files (or MTP).
2. On the new one Redmi Note Open Explorer (or any other application for working with files).
3. Copy the desired folders (DCIM for photos, Downloads for downloads, etc.) from the internal memory of the old phone to the new one.
4. For applications use APK Extractor (to save installers) or Titanium Backup (to backup application data, requires root).

This method the most fast (speed is limited only by the interface USB 2.0/3.0), but requires accuracy:

• 🔍 Check that you copied all folders (sometimes system files are hidden).
• 📁 For WhatsApp and other messengers, copy folder /sdcard/WhatsApp/ entirely - this way you will save your chat history.

⚠️ Attention: If the new Xiaomi Redmi Note file system is used F2FS (instead of ext4), some older backup applications may not work. Check. compatibility in advance.

5. Method 4: Cloud services (Google Drive, Yandex.Disk, Dropbox)

Cloud storage is convenient if you need to transfer data gradually or if the devices are located in different places. For example, you. you can upload files from your old phone, and download them to your new one Redmi Note later.

Comparison of popular services:

How to transfer data via the cloud:

1. Install the application of the selected service on old phone.
2. Upload files to the cloud (for example, to Google Drive click + → Download).
3. On new Xiaomi Redmi Note log in to the same account and download the files.

For automation use:

• 📸 Google Photos - to automatically download all media files.
• 📄 Automate or Tasker — to create backup rules.

6. Method 5: Transfer via computer (for complete control)

If you prefer manual control over the process or want to do full backup before transferring, use a computer. This method is suitable for:

• 🔄 Transfer all dataincluding system files.
• 🛠️ Restoring after a phone reset or breakdown.
• 📦 Archiving data for long-term storage.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Connect old phone to a PC via USB and select mode File transfer (MTP).
2. Copy all important folders (DCIM, Pictures, Downloads etc.) to your hard drive.
3. For applications and their data use:
   • ADB Backup (via command line):
     

     adb backup -apk -obb -shared -all -f backup.ab

   • Titanium Backup (requires root).

adb restore backup.ab

Advantages of this method:

• ✅ 100% control over what data is transferred.
• ✅ Possibility compress the backup copy (for example, .zip or .7z).
• ✅ Works even if phones do not turn on (if there is access to memory through Recovery Mode).

⚠️ Attention: When using ADB Backup some applications (for example, WhatsApp) may not recover data due to encryption. In this case, transfer their folders (/sdcard/WhatsApp/) manually.

7. Transferring data from instant messengers and social networks

Messages from WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram and other messengers not transferred standard methods. Each application requires separate actions.

WhatsApp:

• 🔄 Make a backup copy of chats in Settings → Chat → Backup.
• 📁 Copy the folder /sdcard/WhatsApp/ to a new phone (via cable or cloud).
• 🔑 Install WhatsApp on a new one Redmi Note and restore the data on the first start.

Telegram:

• ☁️ All messages are stored in the cloud, so just log into your account on the new one phone.
• 📎 To transfer local files (downloaded media), copy the folder /sdcard/Telegram/.

Viber:

• 🔐 Enable backup in Settings → Account → Backup.
• 📥 On the new phone, log into your account and restore the data.

8. Checking and optimization after the migration

After the migration is completed be sure to checkthat all data is in place and working correctly. Here is a checklist for control:

All contacts are displayed in the phone book

Photos and videos open without errors

Applications are installed and launched

History of messages in instant messengers restored

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings saved-->

If something does not work:

• 🔄 For applications try reinstalling them and restoring the data from the backup.
• 📞 For contacts check whether synchronization is enabled in Settings → Accounts → Google.
• 🖼️ If photo are not displayed, clear the gallery cache or use another viewer (for example, Google Photos).

For optimization new Xiaomi Redmi Note after transfer:

• 🧹 Clear application cache in Settings → Applications → Manage applications.
• 🔋 Calibrate the battery (discharge to 0% and charge to 100% without interruption).
• 🛠️ Update all applications in Google Play.

⚠️ Attention: If after the transfer the phone becomes slow, check the processor load in Settings → About phone → System status. Perhaps background synchronization processes are loading the system - wait for them to complete or disable unnecessary ones.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about transferring data to Xiaomi Redmi Note