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Copy apps & data from an Android to a new Android device — by Google Android Help

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Explains how to move apps, photos, contacts and messages to a new Android phone during setup, by cable or wirelessly, or from a backup.

Quick steps

  1. Turn on the new device, tap Start and connect to Wi-Fi or mobile data
  2. Tap Copy, then use a cable (recommended) or wireless transfer
  3. Sign in to your Google Account for a fuller transfer and choose what to copy
  4. Wait for the transfer to finish

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.google.com

Source: Copy apps & data from an Android to a new Android device by Google Android Help. Licence: Link only (©).

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