How to transfer data from an iPhone or iPad to a new Galaxy device with Smart Switch

Please note: This guide is about how to transfer data from an iPhone to a Galaxy phone. If you want to transfer data from an old Galaxy device to a new Galaxy device, you can find out more about how to do this here.

When you turn on your Galaxy device for the first time, you will see a welcome page. Tap iPhone© or iPad©. Choose a Wi-Fi network, set your Google account and the SIM card you would like to use and get started with Smart Switch. 

“Set up using another device” screen with “iPhone® or iPad®” highlighted.

Step 1: Connect

Connect your new Galaxy device to your old iPhone or iPad with a USB-C Lightning. To transfer data, confirm your new Galaxy as a trusted device. When the “Trust this computer?” alert appears on your iPhone or iPad, Tap “Trust”.

View of Smart Switch screens with prompts to connect iPhone or iPad using a USB-C Lightning.

Step 2: Select

Choose the data you want to bring over from your old device and tap Transfer.

"Select data to transfer" screen.

Step 3: Import

Start the import and let Smart Switch do the work for you. Your Galaxy will be ready to go in no time. Keep the cable connected. Once setup is done you can check the status of your transfer in your notifications.

"Transferring data from your old phone..." screen.

Step 4: Transfer more

Leave something behind? Tap Get your iCloud data and then sign into your iCloud account. Choose the content you want to transfer and tap Import.

Please note:

  • To transfer data from iCloud you must sign into your iCloud account and select the content you want to transfer, then tap “import”.
  • You can also download Android apps that match your iOS apps.

How to transfer display, keyboard and navigation settings to a new Galaxy device

Make the most of your experience with your previous phone with Smart Switch to transfer personalised settings to your new phone conveniently and easily.

“Organise your phone” screen. “Organise your phone” screen.

Step 1. Select the options you wish to transfer, to organise your phone and tap Next

“How do you want to get around?” screen. “How do you want to get around?” screen.

Step 2. Select the options you wish to transfer, to navigate your phone and tap Next

“Choose your keyboard layout” screen. “Choose your keyboard layout” screen.

Step 3. Select the options you wish to transfer for your keyboard on your phone and tap Next to complete the process

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