As exciting as it is to switch phones, transferring data can be a big headache. Transferring photos, contacts, messages, apps and other files from your old phone to your new device can sometimes seem like a puzzle. But if you’re a Samsung user, this task can be done in just a few minutes – with the help of Samsung Smart Switch.
What is Samsung Smart Switch
Samsung Smart Switch is an official app designed specifically for users to transfer data from old phones to new Samsung phones. With it, you can transfer contacts, messages, photos, videos, music, apps, and other important data from your old device, be it Android, iPhone, or Windows, without any hassle.
Data Transfer Methods
You can use Samsung Smart Switch in three ways: wireless, cable, and via computer. Let’s understand all three methods in detail.
1. Transfer data wirelessly
Step 1: Install the Samsung Smart Switch app on both devices. If the new phone already has it, download it from the Play Store on the old phone.
Step 2: Place both phones next to each other and open the app.
Step 3: Select “Send Data” on the old phone and “Receive Data” on the new phone.
Step 4: Select the “Wireless” option and let the two devices connect to each other.
Step 5: Now select the data you want to transfer from the old phone and tap “Transfer”.
2. Transfer data via cable
If you have a USB cable and OTG adapter, you can also transfer via cable. The connection is faster and more stable.
Step 1: Connect both devices via OTG and USB.
Step 2: Select “Send Data” on the old phone and “Receive Data” option on the new phone.
Step 3: Now Samsung Smart Switch will detect the data and start the transfer process.
3. Transfer data via computer
If you have a laptop or PC, you can also transfer data using the Smart Switch desktop app.
Step 1: Download the PC/Mac version of Smart Switch from Samsung’s website.
Step 2: Connect the old phone to the computer and click on “Backup”.
Step 3: Connect the new phone and restore the data using the “Restore” option.
