4 Methods To Transfer Data from Pixel to Pixel

Google finally unveiled the Pixel 8 in 2023, marking a new era for the company's smartphone efforts. If you're an Android user or growing weary of your iPhone, you should strongly consider these two models. Even in 2023, the Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are still worth buying.

Pixel has to be one of the most popular series of smartphones by Google that provides a true Android experience to us. Though, there are times when many users move from one Pixel phone to another. In this case, you can learn how to transfer data from Pixel to Pixel to switch smartphones without any trouble. Luckily, I have come up with two smart ways to do Pixel to Pixel data transfer that anyone can implement after reading this guide.

Method 1: Transfer Data from Pixel to Pixel with MobileTrans – Phone Transfer

If you use the right tools, then you don’t have to spend a lot of time to transfer from Pixel to Pixel all kinds of data. For instance, one of the most trusted solutions to do Pixel to Pixel transfer is MobileTrans – Phone Transfer. The desktop application is extremely easy to use and will let you move to your new Pixel device without losing anything in between.

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If you wish to transfer data from Pixel to Pixel 2/3/4/5/6 with the help of MobileTrans – Phone Transfer, then you can follow these instructions:

Step 1: Launch MobileTrans – Phone Transfer

At first, you can just launch the MobileTrans application on your Mac or Windows PC. From all the listed options on its home, you can pick the “Phone Transfer” module.

Step 2: Connect your Pixel phones

Now, you can connect your old and new Pixel phones to the system using compatible USB cables. In no time, MobileTrans would detect them and list them as either source or destination phones. You can use the flip button to ensure that your old Pixel phone is the source and the new one is the destination device.

Step 3: Transfer data from Pixel to Pixel

You can see a list of various supported data types in the middle that you can transfer from Pixel to Pixel. From here, just select what you wish to move from your old Pixel to the new Pixel device and click on the “Start” button. There is also an additional option to erase the target phone’s storage before transferring the file that you can select.

That’s it! Now you can just wait for a while as MobileTrans would transfer from Pixel to Pixel your selected data types. Try not to close the application or remove your phones during the Pixel to Pixel data transfer process. When it’s done, you will be notified and can safely remove both the phones.

By following these steps, you can ideally move your data between any two smartphones, irrespective of their platforms (iOS or Android).

Method 2: Transfer Data from Pixel to Pixel with the Data Transfer Tool App

You might already know that Google has also developed a dedicated Android app to transfer data from an existing iOS/Android device to a Pixel phone. Please note that the Data Transfer app is pre-installed on Pixel phones and will only work if the target device is a Pixel smartphone.

• • For this, you need to have the access to your old phone and its connecting cable.
• • Since the Data Transfer Tool app can only do a wired connection, you must use a USB adapter to connect your phones directly.
• • It can be used to transfer from Pixel to Pixel most data types such as your photos, videos, contacts, call logs, messages, Google account, etc.
• • Some data types such as your ringtones, PDF files, downloaded documents, and other emails might not be synced.

You can follow these steps to transfer data from Pixel to Pixel phones using the Data Transfer Tool by Google.

Step 1: Connect both the phones

On your target Pixel phone, launch the Data Transfer Tool app and choose to transfer data from an existing phone. Now, tap on the “Next” button and use compatible USB cables (and the adapter) to connect both the devices.

Step 2: Transfer data from Pixel to Pixel

As you would connect both the devices, you will get a prompt on your source phone. Grant the application to access data from your Pixel phone and wait as the list of supported data types is displayed. In the end, you can just select what you wish to transfer and tap on the “Copy” button.

Simply wait for a while as the application would transfer from Pixel to Pixel your selected data types and will inform you once the process is completed.

Method 3: Transfer Data from Pixel to Pixel with Google Drive

If you have backed up your data on your old Pixel phone using Google Drive or Google Photos, you can easily transfer the data to your new Pixel phone. Simply install the respective app on your new Pixel phone, sign in with the same Google account, and your data will be synced and available on your new device. You can then access and download the data from the app on your new Pixel phone.

Method 4: Transfer Data from Pixel to Pixel via Computer

To transfer data from one Pixel to another via a computer, you can use a USB cable to connect both devices to the computer and then transfer the files directly between the two devices using the file manager on your computer.

1. Connect both Pixel devices to your computer using USB cables.
2. On each Pixel, swipe down from the top of the screen and select "File transfer" or "Transfer files" when prompted.
3. On your computer, open the File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) and locate the connected Pixel devices.
4. Navigate to the files you want to transfer on one Pixel, then copy and paste or drag and drop them into the other Pixel's storage folder.
5. Safely disconnect both Pixel devices from the computer once the transfer is complete.

FAQs

What if I don't have a USB-C to USB-C cable for data transfer?

If you don't have a USB-C to USB-C cable, you can still transfer data from one Pixel phone to another using a wireless method. Both phones should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network, and you can use the 'Backup and Restore' feature in the settings of your old Pixel phone to create a backup. Then, on your new Pixel phone, go to the setup process and choose the option to restore from a backup. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the data transfer wirelessly.

Can I transfer data from a non-Pixel phone to a Pixel phone

Yes, you can transfer data from a non-Pixel phone to a Pixel phone. However, the process may be slightly different compared to transferring data between Pixel phones. You can use the "Quick Switch" feature if your non-Pixel phone is supported, or you can use third-party apps like Google Drive or a computer to transfer your data. Check the Pixel support website for detailed instructions on how to transfer data from specific non-Pixel phone models.

Now when you know how to transfer data from Pixel to Pixel in two different ways, you can easily move to your new Pixel phone without losing anything. If you want to try a mobile app, then you can use the Data Transfer Tool by Google. Since it is not that user friendly, a lot of people consider using MobileTrans – Phone Transfer instead. The application runs extremely fast and is pretty easy to use, letting you move your data between any two smartphones in a jiffy.

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