How to transfer data from iPhone to Xiaomi Redmi 10: all methods from A to Z

The transition from iPhone to Xiaomi Redmi 10 is not only a change of operating system, but also the need to transfer all important data: contacts, photos, messages and applications. Many users are afraid of this process, considering it difficult or risky, but in fact there are several proven methods that will make migration fast and safe.

In this article we will analyze all current methods of data transfer - from standard tools Xiaomi to universal cloud services and manual methods. You will learn how to avoid losing information, which file formats are best to use, and what to do if something goes wrong. And also - unique nuances of transferring specifically to Redmi 10, which are not mentioned in general instructions.

Regardless of whether you are planning a complete transition or temporary use of two devices, this instruction will help keep all data intact. Let's start with preparation!

Preparing for the transfer: what needs to be done before you start

Before you begin the transfer, make sure that both devices are ready for the procedure. This will save you from unexpected errors and data loss.

On iPhone check:

• 🔋 Battery charge - at least 50%. The transfer may take up to an hour, and discharging during the process will interrupt the operation.
• 📶 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi or 4G/5G mobile network). Cloud services will require downloading/uploading data.
• 📱 iOS update. Go to Settings → General → Software update and install the latest patches. This will eliminate possible bugs during export.
• 🔒 Disable iCloud blocking (if you plan to sell the iPhone). Go to Settings → [Your name] → Find iPhone and deactivate the function.

On Xiaomi Redmi 10:

• 📦 Reset to factory settings (optional, but recommended for “clean” transfer). Path: Settings → About phone → Reset settings.
• 🔌 Free space —at least 10-15 GB (depending on the amount of data being transferred). Check Settings → Storage.
• 🔄 MIUI update. Up-to-date firmware ensures compatibility with migration tools. Path: Settings → About phone → System update.

⚠️ Attention: If you use Redmi 10 with custom firmware (not official MIUI), some transfer tools may not work correctly. In this case, give priority to manual methods (via a computer or cloud).

Also prepare:

• 💻 Computer (laptop or PC) with installed iTunes (for Windows) or Android File Transfer (for macOS).
• 🔌 Cables: original Lightning (for iPhone) and USB-Type-C (for Redmi 10). Using non-certified cables may result in transmission errors.
• 📝 List of important applicationsthat need to be transferred. Some apps (for example, banking) do not support transfer - they will have to be installed again.

Method 1: Using the official Xiaomi tool - Mi Mover

Mi Mover is a proprietary application from Xiaomi, designed for transferring data from other devices, including iPhone. It supports transferring contacts, photos, videos, music and even some applications (if they are in Google Play).

How to use:

1. Download Mi Mover to Redmi 10 from Google Play (if it is not in standard utilities).
2. On iPhone install the application Move to iOS (yes, it works in the opposite direction!). Link: App Store.
3. Run Mi Mover on Redmi 10 and select "I'm new user" → "iPhone".
4. On iPhone open Move to iOS, agree to the terms and wait for the code to appear.
5. Enter this code on Redmi 10 —devices will connect via Wi-Fi Direct.
6. Select data to transfer (contacts, media files, etc.) and confirm the start of the process.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔄 Direct transfer without intermediaries (cloud or computer).
• 📱 Save folder structure (photos remain in albums, contacts in groups).
• ⚡ High speed (up to 10-15 MB/s with a stable connection).

Disadvantages:

• 🚫 Not all applications are transferred (only those that are in Google Play).
• 📶 Requires stable Wi-Fi. If the connection is lost, the process will have to start again.
• 🔋 Drains the battery both devices (it is recommended to connect to charging).

⚠️ Attention: If the iPhone function is enabled "Optimizing photo storage" (to Settings → Photo), Mi Mover can only transfer thumbnails. Before starting, disable this option and wait for the originals to load.

Install Mi Mover on Redmi 10|

Install Move to iOS on iPhone|

Connect both devices to charge|

Disable photo optimization on iPhone|

Create a backup copy on iPhone (in case of failure)-->

Method 2: Transfer via cloud services (Google Drive, iCloud)

Cloud storage is a universal transfer method that does not require cables or special applications. Suitable if you have slow Wi-Fi Direct or little free space on your devices.

We will consider two options: via Google Drive (recommended) and iCloud (if you already use the Apple ecosystem).

Option A: Google Drive (best choice for Android)

1. On iPhone install Google Drive from App Store.
2. Login using your account Google (preferably the same one that you will use on Redmi 10).
3. Click "+" → "Download" and select files to transfer (photos, videos, documents).
4. For contacts: export them in format .vcf via Settings → Contacts → Export contacts and upload to Drive.
5. On Redmi 10 open Google Drive, download files and import contacts via Contacts → Settings → Import/Export.

Option B: iCloud (if you used it on iPhone)

1. On iPhone make sure synchronization with is enabled iCloud (Settings → [Your name] → iCloud).
2. Export contacts: go to the website iCloud.com, select "Contacts" → "⚙️ → Export vCard".
3. Photos and videos: download them via iCloud.com → Photo → Select all → Upload.
4. On Redmi 10 download files from iCloud via a browser or send them to yourself by mail.

Criteria	Google Drive	iCloud
Download speed	Depends on the Internet (up to 50 MB/s)	Limited by Apple servers (usually 5-10 MB/s)
Volume of free storage	15 GB	5 GB
Contact support	Yes (import/export .vcf)	Yes (export to .vcf)
Support media files	Yes (without format restrictions)	Yes, but there may be problems with .HEIC (iPhone photo)
Setting complexity	Low	Average (manual export required)

Important nuance: photos from iPhone are often saved in a format .HEIC, which not all Android devices support out of the box. On Redmi 10 they will open, but for reliability, convert them to .JPG through applications like HEIC to JPG Converter (available in App Store i Google Play).

Method 3: Transfer via computer (iTunes + Android File Transfer)

This method is suitable if you have Mac or Windows PCand you prefer to control the process manually. It takes a little longer, but is more reliable than cloud services and does not depend on Internet speed.

You you will need:

• 💻 Computer with installed iTunes (for Windows) or Android File Transfer (for macOS).
• 🔌 Original cables for both devices.
• 📁 Folder on your computer for temporary data storage (at least 20 GB of free space).

Step-by-step guide:

1. Export from iPhone:
   • Connect iPhone to your computer and open iTunes (or Finder on macOS Catalina and later).
   • In the section "Browse" click "Synchronize" (if you need to transfer music or video).
   • For photos: open "Photo" to iTunes and export them to a folder on your computer.
   • For contacts: export them via iCloud.com (as in Method 2) or use Contacts.app on macOS.
2. Import to Redmi 10:
   • Connect Redmi 10 to your computer and allow access to files (enable "Transfer files" in the curtain notifications).
   • Open the device folder in "This computer" (Windows) or Android File Transfer (macOS).
   • Copy files from the temporary folder to the appropriate directories on Redmi 10:
     • Photo/video → DCIM or Pictures.
     • Music → Music.
     • Contacts (.vcf) → import via Contacts → Settings → Import.

⚠️ Attention: When connecting Redmi 10 to a computer, select mode "File transfer (MTP)"rather than "Charging". Otherwise, the device folders will not be displayed.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔒 Maximum control over portable ones data.
• 📁 No volume restrictions (except for free space on the computer).
• 🔄 Ability to edit files before transfer (for example, conversion .HEIC to .JPG).

Disadvantages:

• ⏳ Longerthan direct transfer or cloud.
• 💻 Requires computer with installed software.

What to do if the computer does not see Redmi 10?

If, when connecting Redmi 10 the computer does not recognize the device:

1. Check the cable - try another (original one).

2 Make sure. that the mode is turned on on the phone MTP (in the notification shade when connected).

3. Update the drivers ADB on your computer (download Mi PC Suite from the official website Xiaomi).

4. Reboot both devices.

5. On Windows, try disabling Quick start in the settings power supply.

Method 4: Transferring messages (SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram)

Messages are one of the most difficult categories to transfer, since standard tools (like Mi Mover) often ignore them. A combination of specialized applications will help here. and manual methods.

Transfer SMS and MMS

To transfer SMS, use the application iSMS2droid (for iPhone) and SMS Backup & Restore (for Android):

1. On iPhone install iSMS2droid and export messages to a file .xml.
2. Transfer the file to Redmi 10 (via the cloud or computer).
3. On Redmi 10 install SMS Backup & Restore, open the file .xml and restore messages.

Transfer WhatsApp

Officially WhatsApp does not support transferring chats between iOS and Android, but there is a workaround path:

1. On iPhone make a backup copy of chats in Settings → Chat → Backup (in iCloud).
2. Install on your computer app Backuptrans WhatsApp Transfer (paid, but with a trial period).
3. Connect iPhone and export chats to a file .db.
4. Connect Redmi 10 and import chats to WhatsApp.

For Telegram the transfer is easier:

• 📱 To iPhone open Telegram → Settings → Data and memory → Export history.
• 📤 Export chats to a file and upload it to the cloud (or to your computer).
• 📥 On Redmi 10 import the file via Settings → Chat → Import history.

⚠️ Attention: When transferring WhatsApp through third-party apps (like Backuptrans) do not update the application to Redmi 10 to within 24 hours after import. Otherwise, chats may disappear.

Method 5: Transferring applications and game data

Transferring the applications themselves from iOS on Android is not possible due to different formats (.ipa vs .apk), but you can:

1. Save the list of installed applications:
   • On iPhone go to App Store → [Your profile] → Purchases and take screenshots of the list.
   • Or use the service AppShopper (appshopper.com) to export the list to .csv.
2. Transfer game saves (if the game supports cross-platform):
   • Games linked to Google Play Games or Facebook automatically synchronize progress.
   • For others, use Helium (requires root on Android) or manual backup via iTunes + iMazing.
3. Install analogue applications:
   • Many iOS applications have Android versions. Check Google Play by name.
   • For unique apps (for example, Apple Music) use alternatives: Spotify, YouTube Music.

List of popular iOS applications and their Android analogues:

iOS application	Android analogue	Data Transfer
Apple Notes	Google Keep / OneNote	Export via iCloud.com → import to Android
Apple Maps	Google Maps / Yandex.Maps	Manual entry of favorites
Apple Health	Google Fit / Samsung Health	Export to .xml via Health Auto Export
iMovie	CapCut / KineMaster	Project transfer is not possible (media files only)

For game accounts (for example, Clash of Clans, PUBG Mobile):

• 🎮 Link the game to Google Play Games, Facebook or Supercell ID (for games from Supercell).
• 🔄 On Redmi 10 log into the game through the same account - the progress will be updated automatically.

What to do if the data is not transferred or is damaged

Even if you follow all the instructions, sometimes problems arise. typical scenarios and their solutions.

Problem 1: Photos and videos do not open on Redmi 10

Reasons and solutions:

• 🖼️ Format .HEIC:
  • Install to Redmi 10 application HEIF Viewer from Google Play.
  • Or convert files to .JPG on your computer via CopyTrans HEIC for Windows.
• 🔊 Video to .MOV:
  • Use VLC Player (opens most formats).
  • Or convert to .MP4 via HandBrake.

Problem 2: Contacts are duplicated or not imported

Solutions:

• 📇 Duplicates:
  • Use the app Contacts Optimizer to clean up.
  • Or manually merge contacts in Google Contacts (contacts.google.com).
• 🚫 Not imported:
  • Check the file format - it should be .vcf (vCard 3.0).
  • Try to import via Google Contacts, and not directly to your phone.

Problem 3: Mi Mover or Move to iOS freezes

Actions:

• 🔄 Restart both devices and try again.
• 📶 Change Wi-Fi network (sometimes the router blocks P2P connection).
• 🔋 Connect devices to charge - low charge may interrupt the process.
• 📱 Update applications to the latest versions.

⚠️ Attention: If Mi Mover shows an error "Failed to connect", try disabling VPN or Firewall on both devices. Also check if your router is blocking P2P connections (the setting AP Isolation must be turned off).

Problem 4: Notes or calendar were not transferred

Solutions:

• 📝 Apple Notes:
  • Export notes via iCloud.com to .pdf or .txt.
  • Import to Google Keep or OneNote.
• 📅 Calendar:
  • To iPhone export calendar to .ics via iCloud.com → Calendar → Shared calendar → Export.
  • To Redmi 10 import the file to Google Calendar.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about transferring data from iPhone to Redmi 10

Is it possible to transfer call history from iPhone to Redmi 10?

There are no official tools for transferring call history, but you can use third-party applications:

1. On iPhone install Call History Export and export the history to .csv.
2. Transfer the file to Redmi 10 and import via Call Logs Backup & Restore.

Please note that the recovered history will only be available in the application itself, and not in the standard call log.

How to transfer passwords from iCloud Keychain to Redmi 10?

iCloud Keychain does not have direct compatibility with Android, but there are workarounds paths:

1. On Mac open Keychain Access (Keychain Access), export passwords to .csv.
2. Import them to Google Password Manager or Bitwarden on Redmi 10.

Alternative: use cross-platform password managers (1Password, LastPass) before switching to Android.

Will Face ID work on Redmi 10 after the transfer?

No, Face ID is a hardware function iPhonebased on an infrared camera TrueDepth. Redmi 10 has its own facial recognition system, but it works on a different principle (2D scanning) and is less reliable.

We recommend setting up fingerprint or PIN code on a new device.

Can I transfer purchases from the App Store to Google Play?

No, purchases in App Store (apps, movies, books) are linked to yours Apple ID and are not transferred