Changing a smartphone often causes anxiety not because of the device itself, but because of the fear of losing information accumulated over the years.
Owners of a new one Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro inevitably face the question of how to move to a new platform as quickly and painlessly as possible, saving all contacts, photos and settings applications.
Fortunately, the ecosystem Android provides the user with several reliable tools for solving this task, each of which has its own advantages depending on the volume of your data and the speed of your Internet connection.
Preparing devices before starting migration
Before running any migration software, you need to make sure that that both devices are ready for use.
Charge your old phone and your new one Redmi Note 10 Pro at least to 60-70%, since the process of transferring large amounts of data can significantly drain the batteries.
Also check the availability of free space on the target device: if you plan to transfer hundreds of gigabytes of media files, the internal memory may not enough, and you will have to clear the cache or delete unnecessary files in advance.
Make sure that the module is enabled on both smartphones Wi-Fi, even if you plan to use a cable, since some system services require a network connection to authorize accounts.
On an older device, it is recommended to complete all active downloads and close background applications to free up RAM and CPU time for the migration task.
⚠️ Attention: If your old phone has a microSD memory card, remove it before starting the process, unless you plan to transfer data directly from it through a file manager to avoid read conflicts.
☑️ Ready to transfer
Using the Google cloud service for basic synchronization
The most universal and reliable way to transfer contacts, calendar and notes is synchronization through an account Google.
This method does not require a direct connection between phones and works even if the old device is no longer available, provided that a backup was created earlier.
On your old smartphone, go to the menu Settings → Accounts → Google and make sure that the switches next to “Contacts”, “Calendar” and “Google Drive” are active, then press the synchronization button.
After turning on the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro the system will prompt you to enter your account information.
When you enter the same login and password that were used on the old phone, all synchronized data will automatically be pulled into the device memory in the background.
The service is used for photos and videos Google Photos: install the application on your old phone, enable auto-download and wait for the process to complete, after which all the pictures will become available in the gallery of the new device.
Enable the “Free up space” function in Google Photos only after you make sure that all the pictures are displayed correctly in the cloud and are accessible from another device.
It is worth considering that this method does not transfer the settings of the interface itself, the location of icons on the desktop and data inside some third-party applications that do not support cloud backup.
However, for critical personal information this is the most secure option, eliminating data loss when the connection is lost.
Mi Mover application: a proprietary solution from Xiaomi
For those who want to transfer not only contacts, but also applications, their data, as well as system settings, Xiaomi has developed a utility Mi Mover.
This app is preinstalled on Redmi Note 10 Pro and is available for download in the Play Market for devices from other manufacturers.
Run the application on both phones: on the new device, select the “Recipient” role, and on the old one, “Sender”.
The devices will find each other via a QR code or creating a Wi-Fi access point, after which you can select categories of data for transfer.
The app interface allows you to flexibly customize the process, selecting specific applications or only system settings, which is convenient for partial migration.
| Data type | Transfer speed | Save folder structure | Network requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contacts and SMS | Instantly | Yes | Local Wi-Fi |
| Applications (APK) | High | Partly | Local Wi-Fi |
| Photo and Video | Depends on volume | Yes | Local Wi-Fi |
| System settings | Instantly | Yes | Local Wi-Fi |
It is important to note that when using Mi Mover applications will be copied, but to enter some of them (for example, banking client applications or instant messengers) will require re-authorization for security purposes.
The process of creating a local network between phones may take some time, so do not interrupt the connection until a success message appears.
⚠️ Attention: When transferring data via Mi Mover from devices based on pure Android (Pixel, Motorola), some system settings may not apply correct due to differences in the MIUI and Stock Android shells.
Transferring data via a computer and a USB cable
If the volume of your photos and videos amounts to tens of gigabytes, wireless methods may be too slow.
In this case, the most effective solution would be to use a personal computer as an intermediate buffer.
Connect your old smartphone to the PC via a USB cable, select the operating mode Transferring files (MTP) in notifications and copy the folders DCIM, Pictures and Download to your hard drive.
Then disconnect the old device, connect Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro and transfer the saved files to the appropriate directories of the internal memory.
This method guarantees maximum transfer speed, limited only by the bandwidth of your USB ports and the writing speed of drives.
For advanced users there is the ability to use the command line ADB to create a full backup of the system, however, this method requires USB debugging and certain technical skills.
For the average user, simply copying files through Explorer is enough to save the entire media library without the loss of quality that sometimes occurs during compression in cloud services.
What to do if the computer does not see the phone?
If the computer does not respond to the device when you connect the cable, try using a different USB port (preferably USB 3.0, blue), replace the cable with the original one, or install ADB drivers for your smartphone. Also check whether the phone screen is unlocked at the time of connection.
Specifics of data transfer of messengers
Migration of the history of correspondence in popular instant messengers deserves special attention, since they often store data in an encrypted form, inaccessible to common copying tools.
B WhatsApp You need to create a backup copy of chats on your old phone in advance through the app settings, choosing to save to Google Drive.
When you first launch WhatsApp on Redmi Note 10 Pro and enter the same phone number, the system will automatically detect the backup and offer to restore your message history.
For Telegram The situation is simpler: the entire history of correspondence is stored on the service servers, so you just need to log into your account on a new device, and all chats will be loaded automatically.
However, secret chats and local notification settings will have to be configured again, since they are tied to a specific device and cannot be synchronized.
In the event c Viber you also need to create a local or cloud backup before moving to a new phone.
Without performing this step, you risk losing your entire correspondence history, since the application will not load it from the server with simple authorization by phone number.
⚠️ Attention: Two-factor authentication in messengers may slow down the login on a new device. Make sure you remember the PIN code or have access to the linked email to restore access.
For instant messengers, it is critical to create a backup within the application itself before resetting or selling your old phone, since common methods of copying files often do not preserve the structure of chat databases.
Solving common problems during migration
Sometimes the data transfer process may be interrupted or completed with errors, which causes confusion among users.
One of the common reasons is an unstable Wi-Fi Direct connection when using Mi Mover: in this case, it is recommended to turn off the mobile data on both devices so that the phone does not try switch to a cellular network.
It is also worth checking whether the power saving mode is enabled on one of the devices, which may limit the operation of network modules in the background.
If you encounter the "Not enough space" error on a new one Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, try transferring the data in parts: first contacts and messages, then applications, and finally queue - heavy media files.
In rare cases, clearing the cache of the Mi Mover application through the menu helps Settings → Applications → All applications → Mi Mover → Memory → Clear.
Remember that the software is constantly updated, and menu interfaces may differ slightly depending on the version of MIUI installed on your device.
If standard methods do not work, you can always contact the official manuals on the manufacturer's website or the support service, where the latest instructions are published in a timely manner.
Why do some applications not open after transfer?
Some banking and secure applications are linked to a unique device identifier (Device ID). When transferred to a new phone, they perceive it as a new device and require re-setting up security or entering a verification code from SMS.
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 cable for control. If the device is completely dead, data can only be restored from previously created Google cloud backups or by extracting memory in a service center, which is not always possible on modern monolithic boards.
Will passwords from Wi-Fi networks be transferred when using Mi Mover?
Yes, when using the proprietary Mi Mover utility and selecting “System Settings”, passwords from saved Wi-Fi networks, as well as Bluetooth pairing settings are usually transferred to a new device, eliminating the need to enter them again.
Do I need to delete my Google account from my old phone before selling it?
Required. Before transferring the old device to the new owner, you must perform a Factory Reset. If you simply delete the account through the settings, but do not reset, the data may remain in memory, and the new owner will not be able to activate the phone due to FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection.
How long does it take to transfer 50 GB of data via Mi Mover?
The time depends on the speed of the Wi-Fi modules in both phones. On average, using the Wi-Fi 5 (ac) standard, transferring 50 GB of data takes from 20 to 40 minutes. When using the older Wi-Fi 4 (n) standard, the process can take up to an hour or more.
What to do if, after transfer, contacts are displayed in duplicate?
This is a common situation when using several synchronization methods at the same time (for example, via a SIM card and Google). Open the “Contacts” application on Redmi, go to the settings and select the “Merge duplicates” or “Clear duplicates” function, the system will automatically find and merge duplicate entries.