Berlin Even free applications from the App Store should find their way to the new Android phone if the connection is via a Lightning-to-USB-C cable. In addition, the app gives change and setup tips such as the hint to deactivate iMessage, so that SMS to your own mobile number after the change does not go nowhere.
From iPhone to all Android 12 smartphones
Recently, the transfer functions can be used to any smartphone with Android 12. Until now, “Switch to Android” could only be used to transfer from iPhones to Google’s own Pixel smartphones. Alternatively, the connection also runs via WLAN. A guide then guides you step by step through the transfer of the data.
Of course, Apple also has a tool ready that Android users who want to switch can download from the Google Play Store to switch to a new iPhone with their data. ” Transfer to iOS” is the name of the app that establishes a WLAN connection between the devices as a transmission path for the data.
From Android smartphones to iPhones
So far, it has been possible to transfer photos and videos, contacts, appointments, messages and certain settings. Whatsapp is another option. Recently, the transfer of the complete Whatsapp chat history has also been possible – provided that you keep the same phone number when changing devices.
Also, free apps that are installed on the Android device will automatically download the transfer app from Apple’s Apps Store and install them when they are available. Data from the apps should also be able to be transferred. The “Transfer to iOS” supports devices that have at least Android 5 (Lollipop) installed.
