iPhone users have been facing issues sharing their data with Android for a long time, Google has finally solved this problem, with the launch of the "switch to Android" app, transferring files from iPhone to Android has become easy.
Google has renamed the data transfer tool that helps iOS users transfer their information and accounts, and it is now called "Android Switch", as part of its efforts to simplify the process of switching from iOS to Android, and the app's listing on the App Store and Google Play Store has already been updated with the new name, and the description refers to it as "Google's official transfer app".
What is Android Switch app?
Google's new Android Switch helps users jump on board the Android ship without worrying about losing data on their previous iPhone, you can transfer your important files such as calendar, contacts, Wi-Fi networks, videos, photos and more from your iPhone to your Android device, as the Android Swich app supports all file types just like Google Drive does, with Android Switch, you can transfer data wirelessly or without using a C- type data cable to achieve the same purpose.
How to use Android Switch?
Step 1: oppen the app on your phone.
Step 2: Accept the terms and conditions of service.
Step 3: At the bottom of the screen, you will see a Start button, click the button to being the process.
Step 4: Give permission to access your iPhone camera when prompted.
Step 5: Using your iPhone, scan the QR code displayed on your Android device.
Step 6: Select the type of file you want to trasfer from the list of photos, videos, calendar or contacts.
Step 7: Click the Continue button that appears next, a list of steps to turn off iMessage for your iPhone will appear on the screen, follow these steps to get the job done.
Step 8: You can click the Start button if you want to transfer your photos and videos from iCloud to your Android device, you can also skip this process if you wish.
Step 9: Finish setting up your Android phone once all these tasks are complete.
Tuming off iMessage is an essential step in this process,if iMessage is not turned off, you will not be able to receive any messages from iPhone users, even if you switch to Android.
Another way to disable iMessage:
- Visit Apple's iMessage deregistration website.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the webpage.
- Enter your phone number in the box.
- Click on the Send button, which will send a 6-digit code to your registered mobile number.
- Click on the Send button.
- iMessage will be disabled on your device.
Transfer data to Android from iOS with MobileTrans
MobileTrans is the number one data sharing tool with tons of great features that enable users to transfer different types of data including Whatsapp data, videos, photos, calls, messages and more across different devices without hassle.
Unlike Android Switch, MobileTrans is faster and supports a wide range of devices, besides the tool not only allows data transfer but also data backup and restore, making it more efficient and reliable.
1- MobileTrans for PC:
- It enables you to transfer more than 18 types of data, including photos, contacts,messages, calendar and more from iOS to Android.
- It supports more than 6000 devices running Android and iOS systems.
- This program enables you to transfer these files from your mobile phone, either iOS or Android to your computer or laptop.
- You can also backup your iOS or Android device to your computer for free.
- You don't have to reset your phone first.
Steps to transfer data to any using MobileTrans:
Step 1: Download MobileTrans on your computer and launch it, then from the main interface, click "Phone Transfer" and select "Phone to Phone Transfer" after that.
Step 2: Connect both phones to your computer using their USB cable, your iPhone will be the source, while the other device will be the destination.
From the new interface, select the checkbox for the data category you want to transfer and click Start to continue.
Step 3: MobileTrans will start the transfer process, this will only take a few minutes to complete, then disconnect your device from the computer.
2- MobileTrans app:
If you want to transfer your data from one device to another without a computer, you can use MobileTrans, but this app doesn't support as many file types as MobileTrans PC software, MobileTrans app enables you to transfer messages, music, videos, call logs, contacts and your data from iOS to Android.
