How To Transfer Everything From iPhone To iPhone Without iCloud
Have you ever wondered how you can easily transfer everything from one iPhone to another without using Apple’s cloud storage service? Whether you prefer using a different cloud storage service, have a bad experience with iCloud, or just don’t want to use it, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to transfer everything from one iPhone to another without using iCloud.
Step 1: Direct Transfer via Cable
- Attach a Lightning to USB (or 30-pin to USB) cable to the old iPhone
- Plug the other end of the cable into the new iPhone
- Tap on “Trust” on the new iPhone when prompted
- Open the app “Move to iOS” on the new iPhone
- Go to “Settings” on the old iPhone and select “General”
- Tap on the option “Reset” and then select “Erase All Content and Settings”
- Once the reset process is completed, select “Move Data from Android” on the new iPhone
- You should now see a code on the new iPhone, which needs to be entered in the “Move to iOS” app on the old iPhone
- Once the code entered is accepted, the transfer will begin and all data from the old iPhone will be transferred to the new one
Step 2: Transfer via iTunes/Finder
- Attach the old iPhone to your computer via USB cable
- Launch either iTunes (if you’re on macOS Mojave or earlier) or Finder (for macOS Catalina or later)
- Click on the iPhone icon and select “Back Up Now”
- Wait for the backup process to be complete
- Disconnect the old iPhone from the computer and connect the new one
- Open either iTunes or Finder and click on the new iPhone icon
- Select “Restore from Backup” and choose the backup from the old iPhone
- Wait for the process to be completed and all data from the old iPhone will be transferred to the new one
Conclusion
Transferring data from one iPhone to another can be a tedious and time consuming process, but it doesn’t have to be. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily transfer everything from one iPhone to another without having to use Apple’s cloud storage service. Good luck!
What steps are involved in transferring content from one iPhone to another without using iCloud?
1. Connect both devices to your computer, either through a USB cable or over Wi-Fi.
2. Open iTunes on your computer and select both phones from the source list on the left side.
3. Select the content you wish to transfer from one phone to the other. This could be music, photos, videos, contacts, and more.
4. Click the “Sync” button in iTunes to transfer the content from one device to the other.
5. If supported, use AirDrop to send individual files from one phone to the other.
6. Disconnect the phones from the computer and enjoy your content on the new device!
What should be done to protect data from being lost during the transfer?
To protect data from being lost during transfer, make sure to use a trusted and secure connection, such as an encrypted connection (e.g. SSL/TLS) or a Virtual Private Network (VPN). It is also important to make sure the data is backed up to multiple locations, or stored in a cloud storage system, to ensure that a copy can be easily retrieved if the primary data is lost during the transfer. Additionally, use a reliable file transfer protocol, such as File Transfer Protocol (FTP), to reduce the risk of data loss.
What hardware and software is necessary to complete the transfer?
To transfer files between computers, you will need a computer with a wired or wireless connection, and a file transfer program. Wired connections are usually faster and more reliable than wireless connections, however, you may prefer to use a wireless connection if you don’t have access to a wired connection.
In terms of software, you may need to install a file transfer program, such as WinSCP, FileZilla, or CyberDuck. These programs provide a graphical user interface to transfer and manage your files. Once the program is installed, you can connect to the remote computer with the given credentials, browse the files and directories, and transfer them to the local computer.