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Q: “I just upgraded my iPhone XS to an iPhone 16 Pro, how do I transfer all important data from my old iPhone to new one? Please recommend the most flexible and efficient solution. Thanks!”
With the launch of iPhone 16, many Apple fans can't wait to upgrade to this latest model. However, it is a critical task to migrate data from the old device to the new one. Luckily, there are multiple ways to make this process smoother. In this guide, we'll explore how to transfer data from your old iPhone to the new iPhone 16.
Tip: These options are suitable for most iOS devices, including the iPhone 15, 14, 13, 12, and so on.
When it comes to data migration, choosing a flexible and efficient tool is crucial. iSunshare iSyncGenius is a third-party tool designed to simplify iPhone data transfer. Compared with the tools provided by Apple, it allows users to have more flexibility in controlling what they migrate and supports different data types.
Whether it's contacts, photos, videos, or other files, iSyncGenius can help you easily complete the data transfer from your old iPhone to iPhone 16, and the whole process is not affected by network quality or cloud storage space.
Step 1: First of all, download and install the latest iSyncGenius software on your computer. To ensure the transfer is completed smoothly, iTunes should also be installed on your computer.
Step 2: Connect both your old iPhone and new iPhone 16 to your computer. Launch iSyncGenius and the software will recognize both devices automatically.
Step 3: Select "Transfer" function, which allows you to transfer data from old iPhone to new iPhone directly. Then select the source and target devices and click "Tansfer" button to continue.
Step 4: Customize the type of data you need to transfer, such as contacts, photos or SMS. After checking the options, click the "Tansfer Now" button.
Wait patiently for the transfer process to complete and your iPhone 16 will have all the selected data consistent with your old iPhone.
Since iOS 11 and later, Apple has introduced a convenient device migration tool - Quick Start. This feature allows users to set up a new one with their original device, and is able to automatically sync most of the settings, apps, and data from the old iPhone to the new one.
Preparation:
1. Connect iPhones to a WLAN and turn on their Bluetooth.
2. Place the old iPhone and the new iPhone near each other.
3. Make sure your devices have enough power, or you can connect both devices to a power source.
Step 1: Turn on iPhone 16 and launch the Quick Start Settings screen, then a pop-up will appear on the old iPhone asking if you want to set up the new device, click "Continue".
Step 2: Use the old iPhone's camera to scan the animated pattern on the new iPhone for pairing.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen instructions to authenticate and start the data transfer, your device must be connected to Wi-Fi at all times during the process.
After the transfer is complete, your iPhone 16 will have most of the important data, settings and apps from your old device.
If you want to transfer data wirelessly, iCloud is an ideal option. You can back up your iPhone data to iCloud first, then sign in and restore the backup on your new iPhone 16 using the same Apple ID. Note, however, that a full backup of your device requires sufficient cloud storage, and Apple offers only 5GB of storage for free.
Step 1: On your old iPhone, go to "Settings" > "Your Name", then tap "iCloud" > "iCloud Backup".
Step 2: Click "Back Up Now" and wait patiently until all data has been backed up to iCloud.
Step 3: Launch iPhone 16, select the "From iCloud Backup" option and sign in your Apple ID. If your iPhone has already been set up, you need to erase the device first.
Step 4: Select the latest backup file to start the data recovery process. After completion, the new iPhone will remain the same as the old one and all apps, photos and settings will be transfered successfully.
iTunes is a classic and reliable way to backup and migrate data on iOS devices, especially for those who are used to managing their data on computers. You can take a full backup of the data on your old iPhone to your computer via iTunes and then transfer these data to your new iPhone 16.
Step 1: Connect your old iPhone to computer and open iTunes.
Step 2: Click iPhone icon and go to "Summary" > "Back Up Now". If you want to backup your sensitive information, such as health data, you must check the "Encrypted local backup" option.
Step 3: Once the backup is complete, disconnect your old device and connect your new iPhone 16 to your computer.
Step 4: Click "Restore Backup" in iTunes and select the most recent backup file. Once the transfer is complete, iPhone 16 will get all the data from the old device, including apps, files and settings.
How to transfer data to new iPhone after setup? If you only wish to transfer some specific files, such as photos or videos, AirDrop is one of the recommended methods. With the help of AirDrop, users can transfer data directly between devices via Bluetooth and wireless LAN without any third-party tools.
Tip: AirDrop only supports devices with iOS 17 and above, so you need to make sure that your old iPhone is running no less than iOS 17.
Step 1: On both new and old iPhones, go to "Control Center", enable AirDrop and set it to "Contact Only" or "Everyone for 10 Minutes".
Step 2: Select the files you want to transfer, such as photos, videos, documents and so on.
Step 3: Tap the "Share" icon and select "AirDrop" as the transfer option, and then select the new iPhone 16 as the receiver.
Step 4: Accept the transferred files on iPhone 16 and wait for the files to be successfully received and displayed in the corresponding apps.
As mentioned above in this article, there are several viable ways to migrate data from an old iPhone to a new iPhone 16. If you want more flexibility and control over what data is transferred, then third-party tools such as iSunshare iSyncGenius are the most recommended options. Hopefully, this guide will help you make a seamless transition to your new device.
