How to transfer data from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco: 5 proven methods

Moving from iPhone to a smartphone Xiaomi Poco is a responsible step, which is often accompanied by the fear of losing important data. Contacts, photos, messages and even call history have accumulated over the years and transferring them to a new platform seems like a daunting task. However, the process can be simplified if you know the right tools and sequence of actions.

In this article we will analyze 5 working methods of migration from the official application Move to iOS to manual transfer through cloud services. We will pay special attention to the nuances that arise when working with Poco X5, Poco X6 Pro and Poco F6models, where the interface MIUI may differ from the standard Android. You will also learn how to avoid common mistakes, such as loss of photo quality or duplication of contacts.

If you have already started setting up a new one Xiaomi Poco, but encounter problems - do not rush to reset the device. In most cases, data can be transferred even after the first boot of the system, although some methods require preliminary preparation. Next, we will consider each method in detail, taking into account its pros, cons and limitations.

1. Official method: Move to iOS application

The most obvious option is to use the application Move to iOSdeveloped Apple specifically for transferring data to Android. It supports transferring contacts, messages, photos, videos, bookmarks Safari, mail accounts and even some system settings. However, this method has important limitations that you should know about in advance.

First, the application works only during the initial setup Xiaomi Poco. If you have already completed the installation process, you will have to reset your smartphone to factory settings (Settings → About phone → Reset settings). Secondly, Move to iOS does not transfer applications - only data from them (for example, correspondence in WhatsApp or Telegram will have to be restored separately).

• ✅ Supports most data types (except applications)
• ✅ Free and secure (encrypted transmission over Wi-Fi)
• ⚠️ Works only on first setup Android
• ⚠️ Can handle large data for a long time media files

To start the transfer:

1. To iPhone download Move to iOS from App Store.
2. To Xiaomi Poco when setting up, select Data transfer → From iOS.
3. On iPhone open the application, confirm the security code and wait for completion.

⚠️ Attention: If on iPhone the function Find iPhone (Settings → Apple ID → Findis enabled, it needs to be temporarily disabled. Otherwise Move to iOS may block data transfer.

2. Transfer via Google Drive (for contacts, photos and calendars)

If you do not want to reset Xiaomi Poco or Move to iOS refuses to work, an alternative would be Google Drive. This method is suitable for transferring contacts, photos, videos, and calendar events. The main advantage is flexibility: you can selectively copy only the necessary data, and not everything.

On iPhone you need to:

1. Install the application Google Drive and log in.
2. Go to Menu → Backup.
3. Select data types (contacts, calendars, photos/videos) and start the process.

On Xiaomi Poco:

1. Log in to the same account Google.
2. Open Settings → Accounts → Google.
3. Enable synchronization for the desired categories.

Data type	Supported?	Limitations
Contact	✅ Yes	Transferred without profile photos
Photo/video	✅ Yes	Limit 15 GB on a free tariff
Messages (SMS/iMessage)	❌ No	Requires third-party software
Applications	❌ No	Only lists of installed apps

⚠️ Attention: If on iPhone two-factor authentication is enabled for Google, when authorizing on Xiaomi Poco you will need to enter the code from Authenticator or SMS. Check access to backup codes in advance.

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3. Transferring photos and videos via OTG cable (without clouds)

If you have a lot of media files (for example, more than 50 GB of photos and videos in original quality), cloud services become inconvenient due to limitations on volume and download speed. In this case, it will help direct transfer via cable using an adapter Lightning-to-USB OTG and a file manager for Xiaomi Poco.

You will need:

• 🔌 Adapter Lightning-to-USB OTG (or cable USB-C-to-Lightningif Poco port USB-C).
• 📱 File manager on Xiaomi Poco (for example, Files by Google or built-in MIUI File Manager).
• 🔋 Charged both devices (carrying large volumes drains the battery).

Step-by-step guide:

1. Connect iPhone to Xiaomi Poco via the adapter.
2. On iPhone a request will appear Trust this device? - confirm.
3. On Poco open the file manager and select the connected iPhone in the section Devices.
4. Copy the folders DCIM (photo/video) and Downloads to the internal memory or SD card.

The advantage of this method is preserving original quality files (unlike cloud services that can compress images). However, there are also disadvantages: iPhone does not display some system folders (for example, with voice recordings), and large files can take up to several hours to be copied.

4. Transferring messages (SMS and iMessage) using third-party applications

One ​​of the most difficult types of data to transfer is messages, especially iMessage. There are no official tools from Apple to export them to Android here, but there are workarounds using third-party utilities. Let's consider two proven options: through iMazing (for a computer) and Backuptrans (for direct transmission).

Method 1: iMazing (via Mac/PC)

1. Install iMazing on your computer and connect iPhone.
2. Export messages to format .csv or .pdf.
3. Transfer the file to Xiaomi Poco and import through the app SMS Backup & Restore.

Method 2: Backuptrans (direct transfer)

1. Download Backuptrans iPhone SMS to Android Transfer to PC.
2. Connect both phones and follow the app instructions.
3. Messages will be transferred to the standard application Messages on Xiaomi Poco.

⚠️ Attention: Free versions of such apps often limit the number of messages transferred (for example, only 50 SMS). For a complete transfer, you may need to purchase a license (from $20).

It is important to understand that iMessage and SMS are different protocols. Android messages from users iPhone will be received as regular SMS, and not via iMessage. To avoid delivery problems, after the transfer disable iMessage on the old iPhone (Settings → Messages → iMessage).

Why doesn't iMessage work on Android?

iMessage is a proprietary protocol Applethat uses an identifier Apple ID to route messages. On Android there is no official support for this protocol, so all messages from iPhone will be automatically converted to SMS/MMSwhich can lead to loss of quality of media files and lack of "read" statuses.

5. Transferring applications and their data (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.)

Applications from iPhone to Android cannot be transferred directly, but you can recover their data (correspondence, media files, settings). Each messenger has its own algorithm:

• 💬 WhatsApp: Make a backup copy to iCloud, then use the official tool Switching to Android from WhatsApp (cable and latest version required applications).
• 📱 Telegram: All chats and media are automatically synchronized via the cloud Telegram - just log in to the new device.
• 🎵 Spotify/YouTube Music: Listening history and playlists are linked to your account, so they are transferred automatically.
• 🎮 Games: Progress in games (for example, Genshin Impact or Clash of Clans) is restored through linking to Google Play Games or developer account.

For WhatsApp there is an important nuance: transfer is only possible within 15 days after the last backup to iCloud. If this period has expired, you will have to start with a clean account. Also make sure that Xiaomi Poco has the same version WhatsAppas installed on iPhone (or newer).

Application	Transfer method	Limitations
WhatsApp	Official tool + cable	Works only 15 days after backup
Telegram	Automatic synchronization	Media files take up space on the device
Viber	Backup to Google Drive	Calls and some stickers are not transferred
Games (with cloud saving)	Linking to account	Not all games support cross-platform

6. Manual transfer: mail, bookmarks and notes

Some data is easier to transfer manually, especially if there is not much of it. Let's look at the main categories:

Mail:

• If you use Gmail, Yandex Mail or Mail.ru, just add an account to Xiaomi Poco to Settings → Accounts.
• For corporate mail (Exchange, Outlook), you may need to manually configure servers (IMAP/SMTP).

Safari bookmarks:

• Export them to HTML via Safari Settings → Export Bookmarks to iPhone.
• Send the file to yourself by email and import to Chrome or MIUI Browser on Poco.

Notes:

• If notes are stored in iCloud, export them to .pdf via Mac or web version iCloud.com.
• For Google Keep or Evernote enough to log in on the new device.

For Xiaomi Poco s MIUI 14/15 there is a built-in application Notesthat supports import from .txt i .md. To transfer data:

1. Open Notes to Poco.
2. Click ⋮ → Import and select file.
3. Make sure that the file encoding is UTF-8 (otherwise there may be some "crackers").

7. Checking and cleaning after transfer

After the data transfer is complete, you should:

1. Check the integrity of the files: Open several photos, videos and documents to make sure that they are not damaged.
2. Remove duplicates: Use applications like Files by Google or CCleaner to find duplicate files.
3. Set up synchronization: Enable automatic backup to Google Drive (Settings → System → Backup).
4. Disable unnecessary services Apple: Deactivate iMessage, FaceTime and iCloud on the old iPhoneto avoid problems with message delivery.

Pay special attention storage: after transfer to Xiaomi Poco many temporary files may remain (for example, cache Move to iOS or undeleted backups). To delete them:

1. Go to Settings → Storage.
2. Select Cleaning and follow the system prompts.
3. For deep cleaning, use SD Maid or Clean Master (with caution!).

⚠️ Attention: If you sell or transfer the old one iPhonebefore resetting unbind it from Apple ID (Settings → Apple ID → Sign Out) and turn off Find iPhone. Otherwise, the new owner will not be able to activate the device.

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After transferring the data, it is recommended to make a test call and send a message to yourself. This will help make sure that all functions (calls, SMS, mobile data) work correctly.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about transferring data from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco

Is it possible to transfer data from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco after the first setup?

Yes, but not in all ways. Move to iOS works only the first time you set it up, but you can use Google Drive, cable OTG or third-party utilities (for example Send Anywhere) at any time. The main thing is not to reset the settings Xiaomi Poco without a backup copy.

Why have photos from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco become worse in quality?

This happens due to compression when transferred through cloud services (for example, Google Photos in the "High Quality" mode). To avoid loss of quality:

• Use a cable OTG for direct copying.
• B Google Photos select option Original quality (requires a fee for storage over 15 GB).
• Check the settings iCloud on iPhone: if the option is enabled Storage optimization, the original photos may not be transferred.

How to transfer music from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco?

There are several ways:

1. Via computer: Connect iPhone to a PC, copy music from iTunes Media and transfer to Poco.
2. Cloud: Upload tracks to Google Drive or Yandex Disk, then download to Xiaomi.
3. Streaming services: If the music was purchased in iTunescheck if it is available in Apple Music for Android.

For local playback use MIUI Music or Poweramp.

Is it possible to transfer call history from iPhone to Xiaomi Poco?

There are no official tools for this, but there are workarounds:

1. Use the application iMazing (paid) for export history in .csv.
2. Move the file to Xiaomi Poco and import via Call Logs Backup & Restore.

Please note that some models Xiaomi Poco (for example Poco X6 Pro) may not support importing call history due to limitations. MIUI.

What to do if Xiaomi Poco does not see the iPhone via an OTG cable?

The problem may be:

• Non-original cable: Use a certified adapter Lightning-to-USB.
• Settings iPhone: Check what's in Settings → Face ID and passcode access to the device is allowed when unlocked.
• File manager: Try Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer instead of the standard one.
• Transfer mode: On iPhone when connecting, select Transfer photos (not Charging only).

If all else fails, try transferring files via Wi-Fi via Feem or LocalSend.