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How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone [All Models]

Axel Nash

Written By Axel Nash |

I'm considering switching from my Android phone to the new iPhone 15. I'm curious if you have any suggestions or tips for making the transition smooth.

To ensure a successful transfer of data from an Android device to an iPhone, following the correct steps and using the appropriate tools is essential. This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to transfer data from Android to iPhone, including contacts, photos, videos, messages, and apps. The article will cover 8 methods, such as using built-in tools like Google Drive, iCloud, and third-party apps to facilitate the transfer process. Additionally, it will offer tips on ensuring data integrity and completeness throughout the transfer. 

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Part 1: Shortcut - How to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone in 1 Click (< 10 MINS)

Method 1: Use MobileTrans to Move Data from Android to iPhone

Suffer greatly from the slow speed to transfer Android data to iPhone little by little? You don't have to. Here is a powerful Android to iPhone transfer tool - MobileTrans - Phone Transfer, which helps you transfer contacts, photos, videos, photos, and music from Android to iPhone with one click.

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3 Steps to Transfer Data from Android to iPhone in 1 Click

Be aware:

  1. Contacts in account: MobileTrans - Phone Transfer can transfer contacts on Twitter, Facebook, Google, and any account supported by your Android device. Therefore, please make sure whether you want to transfer contacts to the accounts or not. If yes, please sign in to the accounts on your Android device.
  2. One-click Backup and Restore: Use this mode when you only have one phone at hand. Just back up data on your Android phone to the computer, and restore it to your iPhone whenever you need it.

Step 1. Run the Android to iPhone Data Transfer Tool

Run MobileTrans - Phone Transfer, the best Android to iPhone data transfer tool on the computer, and you will see the following window. After then, connect your Android phone and your iPhone to the computer via USB cables respectively. Make sure that your computer can successfully detect both devices.

How to transfer data from Android to iPhone-select device mode

Step 2. Choose the "Phone Transfer" feature

In the main window, choose the "Phone Transfer" mode, and you will see the program display as follows. You can use the "Flip" button to switch the places of your phone and ensure that the iPhone is the destination.

How to transfer data from Android to iPhone-connect devices to computer

Step 3. Transfer SMS, Contacts, Calendar, Photos, Video, and Music from Android to iPhone

After that, you can see that all contents that can be transferred are listed in the middle of the window. Check the wanted files and click "Start ". During the process, never disconnect either device. Then all the data will be transferred from Android to iPhone 15.

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Method 2: Transfer Data from Android to iPhone Without a PC

If you do not want to transfer data from Android to iPhone through the computer. You can try to use the MobileTrans App. It can Transfer up to 8 types of phone data between devices without a PC, including contacts, messages, photos, music, videos, documents, apps, and more. You can Share files from one device with any other. Effortlessly and wirelessly

Note: A detailed guide is also ready for you.

Step 1: Download MobileTrans App on your phone/Confirm which phone is old or new.

confirm phone

Step 2: Select the data you need to transfer.

select data

Step 3: Choose from the options to pair your phones.

pair phones

Step 4: Wait for the process to be completed.

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Part 2: Free Ways to Transfer Android Data to iPhone (120 MINS)

As seen above, we can transfer data from Android to iPhone by MobileTrans - Phone Transfer. Please check the below parts if you'd like to find a free way to transfer data from Android to iPhone.

2.1 Transfer contacts from Android to iPhone (10 MINS)

To transfer Android contacts to iPhone, you can save all contacts on the Android SD card, and upload to your accounts, like Google, Yahoo!, and iCloud, and then sync them to your iPhone. In the following part, I'd like to show you how to make it via Google account.


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Step 1. On your Android phone, go to the Contacts app. Tap the home button on the left to show the menu list. Tap Import/Export.

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Step 2. Click Export to USB storage> > OK to save the contact list to your SD card. Connect your Android phone with your computer via a USB cable as a disk. Open the SD card file to export the vCard file to your computer.

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Step 3. Open your Gmail webpage on your computer. Click Gmail > click Contacts to show the contact control panel. Click More > Import…. > click Choose File to select the vCard file you have saved in step 2 to import it.

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Step 4. On your iPhone, click Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars > Add Account... > Google. Log in with your Gmail account and tap Next to finish the setup. Turn on Contacts. Then, contacts will be synced to your iPhone).

2.2 Sync Notes, Email and Calendars from Android to iPhone (10 MINS)

Your Android phone features Google Sync and enjoys syncing all your important calendars to your Google account. Great. You can sync calendars from Google to the iPhone easily. Combining these two steps, you can successfully transfer data from Android to iPhone.

Follow the easy steps below:

Step 1. On your Android phone, click Settings. Scroll down the screen to find Account & sync. Find your Gmail account and tap Sync Calendars. Then, tap Sync Now to update the calendars to your Gmail account. Contacts can also be synced at the same time.

Step 2. On your iPhone, tap Settings, go to Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and click Add Account. Choose Gmail and enter your Gmail account info, like name, email address, and password. Tap Next and turn on Calendars, Email, and Note. Then, the syncing process begins.

How to transfer data from Android to iPhone

2.3 Transfer Music and Video from Android to iPhone (10 MINS)

Can't wait to bring music and video on your Android phone to the iPhone 15? No problem. iTunes can do that for you easily.

Step 1. Connect your Android phone to the computer and save music and videos on it to the computer. Install iTunes on the computer. Run it and get your iPhone connected with a USB cable.

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Step 2. In the iTunes Window, click File > Add Folder to Library…. Browse your computer to find the music and video folder and transfer video and music to iTunes Library.

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Step 3. Click your iPhone under DEVICES to get the iPhone control panel. Click Music tab > Sync Music. Tick your wanted music or playlists and click Apply.

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Step 4. You can click Movies, TV Shows, or other video categories to transfer video from Android to iPhone. Then, click Apply and tick your wanted videos.

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2.4 Get Android Apps on iPhone (60 MINS)

What to run Android apps on the iPhone? To your regret, Android apps don't work on the iPhone (iOS 17 supported). However, many Android apps have iPhone versions or replacements that do the same things. You can easily search and get such apps from the App Store in iTunes.

Additionally, if some apps need you to create an account for playing or store your data in the cloud, the data will come with you when moving to the iPhone. Or, the data will be lost after installing them on your new iPhone. Thus, after switching from Android to iPhone, you can get what you want from the App Store or search the internet for getting the best free apps for iPhone.

How to transfer data from Android to iPhone-get android app on iphone

The Alien Dalvik Project

If you find the searching process is tough, there is another way to get Android apps on iPhone.

The Alien Dalvik project is developing a platform that allows the installation of Android Apps on the iOS operating system. The platform in an emulator can convert the Android app to an iOS device without changing the architecture or codes. The best part of the emulator is that users will experience the same Android ecosystem experience on their iOS device, which is also very much similar to playing games on HDTV.

Here is a step-by-step guide to "How to Get Android Apps on iOS?"

Step 1: Download the Emulator

The Dalvik Emulator is a free-to-download application that is available for iPhone and iPad. You can download the free software onto your computer or to your iOS device from a web browser. If you downloaded it to your PC, you have to transfer the application to your iOS device using the USB cable.

Step 2: Install the Emulator

Browse to the destination where you copied the file. Now, begin the installation procedure by double-clicking the file. You have to remain idle for a while to complete the installation. Ensure that the application completes its installation before proceeding any further.

install the emulator

Step 3: Download Android Apps

After finishing the installation procedure, you can browse through the Android Play Store through the emulator. All you ought to do is open the Dalvik emulator and search for the needed app. After downloading an app and completing the installation, you are good to access the app through your iOS device. Each time you want to run an already installed application, you need to open the emulator.

2.5 Transfer Photos from Android to iPhone (10 MINS, Free Way)

You probably don't want to lose hundreds of thousands of photos that record your priceless memories. Here is a way out. To transfer Android photos to iPhone, you can draw support from iTunes.

Initially, mount your Android phone on the computer as a USB drive. Drag and drop all your desired photos in a folder on your computer. Connect your iPhone to the computer by plugging in a USB cable. By clicking your iPhone, you get the control panel. Go to Photos and tick Sync Photos and find the photo folder. Go to the lower right corner and click Apply to sync photos from Android to iPhone.

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2.6 Sync documents to iPhone from Android (20 MINS, Free Way)

Want to bring your documents, like Excel, PPT, PDF, TXT, DOC, and more to your new iPhone for viewing on the go? To make it, Dropbox is a good helper for you. It lets you upload your wanted documents to the cloud without any hassle. Then, launch Dropbox on your iPhone to view or edit any documents you want. Learn more about Dropbox.

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Part 3: FAQS About Android Data to iPhone Transfer

Can I transfer my WhatsApp chats from Android to iPhone?

Yes, you can transfer your WhatsApp chats from Android to iPhone. The easiest way to do this is to use a third-party tool like MobileTrans. This tool can transfer your WhatsApp chats, media, and settings from your Android device to your new iPhone. Besides, Move to iOS is another good choice, but you have to factory reset you iPhone firstly.

What should I do if I can't transfer all my data from Android to iPhone?

If you cannot transfer all your data from Android to iPhone using Move to iOS or other third-party tools, you can try transferring your data manually. This means copying your data from your Android device to your computer and then copying it to your iPhone using iTunes or Finder. You can transfer photos, videos, music, and documents this way. However, please note that this process can be time-consuming and unsuitable for large amounts of data.

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