Samsung Smart Switch
How to easily move data from one mobile device to another (Smart Switch)
Move data from your old device to your new Galaxy device quickly and easily.
There are two forms of Smart Switch: the PC version (Smart Switch) and the device version (Smart Switch Mobile).
Samsung Smart Switch Mobile
Install the Smart Switch Mobile app on your device.
Data transfer between Galaxy devices is just a few taps away.
How to download the app
Download Smart Switch Mobile from either Galaxy Apps or Google Play.
In either app store, search for 'Smart Switch'.
Installing Smart Switch on BlackBerry®
※ The methods for installing Smart Switch on BlackBerry® 7 OS and 10 OS are different. Please check your smartphone's OS before installing.
1. Installing Smart Switch on BlackBerry® 7 OS
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Access this page from your BlackBerry® 7 OS device's browser and tap the “Download for 7 OS” button or enter the address below.
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When the installation file is downloaded from the browser, Smart Switch will be automatically installed.
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2. Installing Smart Switch on BlackBerry® 10 OS
※ This installation method only applies to Windows PCs with Windows 7 or higher.
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Connect your BlackBerry® 10 OS device to a PC using a USB cable.
※ The PC must have the BlackBerry® device driver installed.
※ Make sure that the device and PC are properly connected and recognised by each other.
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Access this page from the PC's browser and click the “Download for 10 OS” button to download the installation file.
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- Run the downloaded “SmartSwitchInstaller. exe” file.
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- Click the “Start installing” button to start installing Smart Switch on your BlackBerry® 10 OS device.
Easy one-click connection
With Smart Switch Mobile, data transfer between Galaxy devices is easy.
Place your devices close together (within 8 inches) and run the app on both. Then, on the old device, select [Android Device], [Start], [Connect].
This allows you to send the personal data you’ve saved on your old Galaxy device to the new Galaxy device connected to it.
Support for various functions
You can send your personal data (contacts, schedules, messages, and memos), multimedia data, and other types of data (alarms, Wi-Fi settings , recent history, etc.).
Samsung Smart Switch
Data backup, restoration, synchronisation, and software updates are now managed in one place.
Enjoy the new Smart Switch. Updated menus make it even easier to use.
Fast connection and fast data transfer
Run Smart Switch on your computer and connect your new Samsung device to it using a USB cable.
Smart Switch will recognise the data on your old device and start moving it to your new one.
Simple backup and restoration
Try Smart Switch's new backup and restoration functions.
These functions help you back up all your data to your computer at once, and easily restore any backed up data – all without any complicated settings.
*The new backup and restoration functions also help you move your personal data (contacts, schedules, memos, messages, and call history), photos, videos, alarms, bookmarks, and miscellaneous preferences in a simple way.
Data synchronisation
You can synchronise your contacts and your schedule between your devices with Windows Outlook or Mac Address Book and iCal.
With this smart function, you can easily manage your schedule any time, anywhere.
Device software update
Using Smart Switch's computer version, update your device with the latest software.
Your device will be more stable, and it will perform better.
System Requirement
Windows
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OS |
Windows XP (SP3), Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 |
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CPU |
Pentium 1.8 GHz or above (Intel Core i5 3.0 GHz or above (recommended)) |
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Minimum memory size (RAM) |
1 GB (recommended) |
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Free hard drive space |
At least 200 MB (recommended) |
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Screen resolution |
1024 x 768 (600), (32 bit or above) |
MAC
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OS |
Mac OS X 10.5 or later |
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CPU |
1.8 GHz Intel or faster processor |
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Minimum memory size (RAM) |
1 GB or more (recommended) |
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Free hard drive space |
At least 200 MB (recommended) |
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Supported device |
Android 4.1 JellyBean OS or over |
FAQs
If you have a question regarding Smart Switch, please visit the FAQ below.
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