Well, iCloud may be one convenient way. But thankfully, there are still other official ways you can easily transfer everything from one iPhone to another without using iCloud. So, let’s take a look at such methods in detail.
How to Transfer from iPhone to iPhone without iCloud?
To move data from one iPhone to another, Apple has two features that don’t require using iCloud. They are Quick Start and Finder or iTunes.
Using Quick Start
Before we begin using Quick Start to transfer data, make sure you have enabled Bluetooth on both iPhones. Additionally, both the iPhones must be of atleast iOS 12.4 or above. Finally, you’ll need to erase all content from the new iPhone that you want to move your data to. You can do this by going to Settings > General. Then, tap on the Reset option or Transfer or Reset iPhone. Now, select the option that says Erase All Content and Settings to erase your device. Here are the steps on how you can move data from iPhone to iPhone using the Quickstart feature. You can now start using your new iPhone. You’ll need to verify your Apple ID, and then all the apps from your old iPhone will start installing. This process can take a while. Lastly, take out your SIM card from your old phone and insert it into your new iPhone.
Using Finder/iTunes
Another way you can transfer all your data to another iPhone is via Finder or iTunes. To successfully perform this step, you’ll need to first back up your current iPhone’s data on iTunes. Then, you can follow these easy steps to restore backup from iTunes on your new iPhone:
Using Third-Party Apps
Both the solutions above to transfer data to another iPhone are effective and sufficient. So, you might not need to use third-party apps at all. However, if you encounter any errors and can’t perform the methods mentioned above, you can opt for these apps as a last resort.
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How to Transfer Selected Files Using AirDrop?
If you only want to transfer selected files, like your photos or Contacts to another iPhone, you can simply use AirDrop. This method is quick and doesn’t require you to use any backup data as well. To transfer photos using AirDrop, you can follow these steps: To share your Contacts, here are some easy steps: Similarly, if you want to share some documents from your iPhone, you can refer to these steps. Also, you can transfer photos from your iphone to your mac too. To find out how to do it, read this article.
Does Transferring Data Delete Existing Data from My Old iPhone?
By transferring data to your new iPhone, you’re only producing and sending a copy of your old iPhone’s data. So, the current data on your old iPhone will not encounter any changes.
